StarCraft: Tyranid Empire

"Phase Technician Karax, I am sincerely grateful for your help." Augustus stared at the fat and generous Star Technician in front of him and said very friendly.

Most of the protoss have slender bodies, and their movements are elegant and fast, but the phase technician Karax is different. He looks clumsy and is not good at running and fighting.

As a kharai engineer, Karax is smaller than the protoss of the Templar class. He possesses all the qualities of a good protoss phaser: a master's knowledge, a strong sense of responsibility, and loyalty.

"That's how it should be. I'm just doing my duty." Phase technician Karax stretched out a hand to show Augustus a crystal position generating device in his hand. This is a golden disk that shines like gold, with fine line-like lattice depressions on the surface connected to the blue Kedarin crystal in the center.

"The Templars and Revolutionary Army soldiers have fought hard so far, and the Kalai class has only contributed their part within the scope of their duties. I came to help humanity on the order of Executor Artanis, so that is my duty. "

"Every protoss is the cornerstone of the protoss empire," Augustus said to Karax.

"Karax, I want to know how many more prosthetics like this you can produce." He thought of the revolutionary soldiers who had retired due to injuries in various wars in the past few years. Although the warriors were well cared for, Augustus still wanted them to be cured.

Human prosthetic technology has developed rapidly in the past two decades, but it is still not satisfactory.

"Of course there is no problem. Only a control core and a mechanical platform are needed to continuously produce tailor-made mechanical limbs. Many technologies from before the Protoss Empire are used in this, even though they are all ancient technologies. , but still very advanced.”

Karax still respected Augustus, because he knew that this human being was a close friend of Executive Officer Tassadar: "Marshal, I have been studying the generation and application of prosthetics. Extra limbs can also greatly improve Work efficiency. The mechanical limbs built for Revolutionary Army soldiers use nerve connection technology and energy transmission devices that match human psychic potential."

"That sounds pretty good," Tychus joked. "If someone shoots me in the head one day, I might be able to get a new one here at the Protoss."

"I will do my best to save your brain, Mr. Tychus Finlay, but I am not a doctor after all." Karax couldn't figure out what humor was. In fact, he was now facing Tychus's mind. Feeling confused by those messy things.

"Thank you for being a good protoss." Tychus was speechless.

"Hello, soldier, I am Marshal Augustus Mengsk." At this time, Augustus looked at the revolutionary soldier who came out with Karax, and stretched out his hand to shake hands.

The soldier's hands and eyes were modified, some of the components handcrafted by phaser engineers, as the Protoss Empire had not used the technology for many centuries.

"Marshal, I am Corporal Ramon Walter, an assault scout of the 1st Brigade of Rangers of the Revolutionary Army. The Rangers are now attached to the Legion of the North on the battlefield of Ayr. Salute to you, we are always working with humanity fight the enemy."

The soldier had long, messy auburn hair and a young face with freckles. He was tall and strong, with muscles as solid as bricks, as loyal and reliable as a faithful and reliable Korhar Gotland horse.

The Rangers have been transformed into an ace unit of the Revolutionary Army that is capable of fighting. They are well-equipped and equipped with a large number of Vulture vehicles and reconnaissance vehicles as vehicles. They can break into the battlefield with extremely high mobility to provide support for friendly forces, or to It penetrated the enemy's rear at a tricky angle, causing their positions to become chaotic.

"It's an honor." Augustus noticed that the other person's mechanical prosthesis even had the same delicate touch and temperature as a human hand, instead of cold metal and stone.

"Tell me how you were injured while bravely fighting against the Zerg." Augustus looked at the soldier's mechanical eyes that glowed with blue light.

"Okay, Marshal, at that time I was exploring an ancient ruins of the protoss in the east of Antioch, because it happened to be on the march route - you know, buildings like this can be seen everywhere in Aiur, and among them Crystals themselves are dangerous to humans," said the soldier named Walter.

"I encountered a scorpion over ten feet there. The monster killed two of my comrades, but was finally blown up by me with a grenade." He sighed: "These eyes are the price."

"After that, I lay in the ruins waiting to die, but I was rescued by several protoss spirits passing by. They helped me treat my wounds, gave me water and food, and guarded me to prevent me from being picked up by wild beasts. Until I was found by my own people.”

Augustus hugged the warrior again: "Your commander should have told you that you deserve a Silver Tower Medal and a pension."

The Order of the Silver Tower is a medal awarded in the Revolutionary Army for at least major military exploits. What Ramon Walter did not say was that it was because of his warning that other friendly troops escaped a dangerous ambush.

Compared with those medals that are too common due to being issued in large numbers, the Silver Tower Medal is much more valuable. It is marked with the silver tower in the main city of Khastilling and cannot be obtained by those who have achieved extraordinary military exploits.

At the same time, this medal was also a shame for Alpha Squadron commander Edmund Duke, because he did not have the most valuable medals.

"Yes, sir, they also arranged a leisurely job for me in the rear, but I still apply to be able to return to the original army." Walter said that young, energetic and clean face showed a smile Firm expression: "The war of our generation is not over yet."

"Your application will definitely be approved." Augustus said to him: "Brave and unyielding warriors are always welcome on the front line."

Augustus finally patted Walter on the shoulder and watched as he walked towards a blue-painted revolutionary army transport ship. The white Wings of Freedom logo on it represented the never-ending revolutionary cause of the revolutionary army.

"What a tough guy." Tychus said in a rare compliment.

At this moment, a dilapidated off-road vehicle drove past the barracks on the muddy road, carrying several Revolutionary Army soldiers who were preparing to receive prosthetic limb transplants. The driver was a sergeant with a Silver Cross, his ribbon frayed and soaked by the hot and humid weather in Ayr.

The off-road vehicle stopped in front of Augustus and Captain Raymond beside him. After getting out of the vehicle, the noncommissioned officer first greeted Augustus excitedly, and then asked if he could take the captain away.

"Yes." Augustus nodded and looked at his former teacher: "Captain, I hope that when we meet again it will be at your investiture ceremony."

"Goodbye Marshal, everything is for Korhal's revival." Captain Raymond said to Augustus before leaving.

"I will definitely rebuild Korhal." Augustus said firmly: "Kehal is my hometown, and it should also be the center of the new regime."

"Can I see her again? The once beautiful Keha." Raymond's eyes were moist as he boarded the off-road vehicle with the help of Augustus.

"It will definitely happen." Augustus sighed in his heart. Korhar is now covered in radioactive wasteland. Even if the city is built again, it will be difficult for the environment to return to its previous appearance.

"Rebuild a planet that was razed by nuclear weapons? Marshal Augustus, maybe the protoss can help you." Karax, who followed, was able to learn about the destruction of Korhal from the thoughts of Augustus and others. Information.

"Is that true?" Augustus and the people around him immediately looked at Karax.

"During the most prosperous expansion and colonial era of the Protoss Empire, our ancestors tried to transform those dead worlds that were originally barren of life, and even made it more habitable by changing the rotation speed of a planet." Karax in Humanity I took a few steps back under the impact of so much excitement and eagerness.

"Great." Augustus shook hands with Karax excitedly, while the latter seemed caught off guard, like an innocent big blue cat with its claws pinched.

"With a little effort." Karax said: "Humanity has helped us a lot. So many Revolutionary Army soldiers buried the bones of Aiur. The protoss will never forget their sacrifice."

"Korhal was once a beautiful planet like Aiur. Nuclear radiation can be completely eliminated. It only takes some time for us to rebuild it."

"If I should have thought of it earlier, I should have mentioned this to Tassadar." Augustus was determined to seek help from the protoss once the situation in Aiur stabilized.

With the help of the protoss, Augustus can rebuild his hometown faster, and under the influence of protoss technology, Korhal will surely build brand new cities.

Augustus will not ask the protoss to provide a lot of support, because the protoss themselves also have to rebuild their devastated home, but the stars can always be of great help. Every architect of the protoss has master-like talents in this area. When they built those protoss buildings that were extremely majestic in the eyes of humans, humans had not yet touched the Koprulu sector.

"Korha," Captain Raymond said before leaving, "We'll be back soon. It won't be too long."

"I believe that Executive Officer Tassadar will do his best to provide help to the Human Revolutionary Army." Karax simply said: "Because we are friends, and the friendship between the protoss and humans will last forever."

"You are right," said Augustus.

While sighing with emotion, Augustus' heavy heart became much lighter. He led Karax and others through the white-painted barracks towards the engineering station in the camp: "Karax, let me introduce to you. An outstanding human engineer, I believe you will be able to talk to him.

"I'm looking forward to it." Although Karax looked very clumsy, even Tychus, who was wearing power armor, couldn't catch up with him when he was walking like flying.

"Listening to what you said, I immediately guessed who it was. I want to tell you, the protoss named Karax. Rory Swann is best at dealing with engine oil and screws, but that's all he's good at. Ordered." Tychus said to Karax: "The people here who know Tychus Finley know best, and old Tychus's words are the most pertinent."

Rory Swann just arrived here today. He had been building fortifications on the Midlin front.

Along the way, Augustus met many resting soldiers, including many Kalai phase technicians. After many days of fighting side by side, the revolutionary army and the protoss became more and more familiar with each other. Prejudice and arrogance disappeared with the friendship forged in blood and fire.

Augustus also saw the phase technicians among the Sagulas Protoss. Their dark purple robes were very different from those of the El Protoss. At the same time, the phasers of the Sagulath Protoss are also proficient in void energy and combat, which means that there is no obvious class distinction between the El Protoss Templars and Kalai among them.

On the way, Augustus inevitably saw the dead. One of the soldiers died from parasites that burst out of his chest and nearly split his body in half. Another soldier committed suicide because he could not accept the fact that he was going to have his leg amputated.

In the revolutionary army, not everyone has a strong will like the two people Augustus just met. Many people only realized their fragile side after seeing the war, and the cruelty of the Zerg on the battlefield. The behavior can also cause unimaginable psychological trauma.

The Revolutionary Army is full of conscripts who have passed the telepathy test, but people's beliefs can also change. In these years of war, there have been incidents where Revolutionary Army soldiers betrayed because they could not bear the pressure.

Augustus finally met Rory Swann, the chief engineer of the Revolutionary Army who was testing a new laser in the engineering station with a spacious warehouse. At that time, he was sitting among a pile of supply boxes, surrounded by several young people. engineers, including Thatcher and Earle, the female engineers who once spoke to Augustus.

"Ah, hello, boss—Mrs. Mengsk, Sergeant Faraday, Tychus Finley, you shameless drunkard." Swann can be considered young now, and his hot temper is terrifying. Compared with him The same can be said for his brethren at Meinhof.

"Don't run away after get off work," Tychus yelled.

"A protoss engineer, nice to meet you." Swann ignored the angry Tychus and said to Karax behind Augustus. As an outstanding engineer, Swann knew how to make friends.

"After today, you will be working together for a while." Augustus said to Swann.

Since the camps of the human revolutionary army and the protoss are close together, their activity areas also overlap, and the functions of the public areas are even indistinguishable from each other. Humans and protoss worked together to transport refugees while resisting the retaliatory attacks of the swarms. Both sides have become accustomed to having the other by their side during battles.

"Interesting, I've always wanted to observe the effectiveness of these primitive ballistic weapons." Karax is already very familiar with shaking hands with humans.

"No problem brother, you can observe as much as you want." Swann said with a smile.

"Brother?" Karax said, "No problem, brother."