Ding Meng had actually seen the Norse Empire's patrol fleet before. The leading mothership was the "War Elephant". Its specifications were higher than Chu Yifeng's "Sea Sky Pole Island". In addition, the fleet consisted of four Skywalker assault ships, eight Falcon Dragon assault ships, twelve Tiger Fang frigates, and two Hanga supply ships.
From the configuration of the fleet, it could be seen that this fleet was mainly for defense. After all, its main duty was to protect the Empire's borders.
Although the entire fleet was only about twenty ships and could not be compared to the large fleets on the frontline, the "ships", "machines", "armor", "teams", and other units below the "ship" level were all hidden in the internal space of the large warships. They would only be released upon receiving orders.
Anvil Corporation's transport ship was docked inside the mothership. This "Honeycomb" transport ship was six times the size of the "Swordfish". Inside the "Honeycomb" was a "Songqing" exploration spaceship. This spaceship was shaped like an olive, like a smooth and round fruit.
Although its design looked simple, its various system configurations were much better than the Swordfish's. This kind of exploration spaceship was most suitable for shuttling in the depths of the universe where no one cared about. Its biggest advantage was its speed, agility, and excellent defense. The Empire had discovered a large number of inverse source crystals in the Fertile Chalk System, and the "Songqing" spaceship played an important role.
It was not until Ding Meng boarded this spaceship that he had a new understanding of Qu Xiaoqing. In the past, when he was in the Qingze Dojo and Listin Academy, people always talked about the Qu Family. Now it seemed that the Qu Family was really impressive. At least the Qu Family was really rich to be able to afford a spaceship like the Songqing.
Compared to the rich families in the Empire, Ding Meng still did not know how rich the Qu Family was. In any case, compared to Qu Xiaoqing, Ding Meng did not even have the qualifications to be a beggar.
Therefore, in the supply hall, the travel equipment provided by Anvil Corporation was quite luxurious.
First was the "Aquamarine Light" armor. This was a light individual armor made of nanomaterials and highly polymerized metals. It was as light and convenient as a bodysuit. It had many advanced functions and was especially suitable for complex terrain. Its most commendable feature was its power system. Whether it was light energy, heat energy, crystal energy, or electricity, as long as it was energy, it could be used. It could be fully charged, stored, and recycled.
Next was the Norse Empire's unique "Patriot Type VI" multi-function wristwatch. It included long-distance real-time projection, high-precision micron positioning, short-thread quantum communication, medium and long-thread ion transmission, composite database …
The ultra-compressed anti-gravity "Warp Collar" backpack produced by Anvil Corporation. This thing couldn't be compared to storage type subspace treasures, but it could hold enough units. At the very least, it could hold rescue, medical, and exploration tools.
SWAT Particle Mini Machine Gun (Capacity: 500T), Highly Polymerized Ion Energy Pistol (Capacity: 80T), IT-type Wave Energy Bomb (Three) … In fact, the need for these weapons was not that strong because these things did not pose much of a threat to them. If there was an enemy, they would not be of much use.
50 super-polymerized nutrient supply (5000 + decars), 20 healing mixtures, 5 blood-generating mixtures, and 2 steel mixtures.
These were the standard equipment given to each person. However, when he saw the high-end and exquisite nutrient solution box, Randy could not help but ask, "What are these for?
50 5,000-decars nutrient solutions should be enough for seven to eight months, right? There are also healing mixtures and steel mixtures. Are we going to war? "
This was also the question on everyone's mind. Fortunately, Cheng Da took the initiative to explain. "Salvaging is not an easy task. If we are successful, we may be done in a few days. If we are unable to find the remains of the victims, it is normal to spend three to five months. The healing mixtures and strengthening mixtures are also to prevent accidents. When we go out, our own safety is always the priority. It is always right to be well-prepared."
To put it bluntly, this group of people were all proud and arrogant students. The military had to face a lot of pressure to send them out. Try changing to another team?
Would they receive such treatment?
The cost of these equipment would not be less than three hundred thousand Star Credits.
Of course, Cheng Da would not say this out loud. After all, he was also given a set.
After receiving the standard equipment, Qu Xiaoqing went to the resting area to talk to the people one by one. Ding Meng did not know what exactly they talked about, but he was the last person Qu Xiaoqing talked to.
"Ding Meng." Qu Xiaoqing sat down beside him. "Thank you for participating this time."
Ding Meng thought to himself, I actually did not want to participate, but the pursuers have already infiltrated planet TT12. I have to leave even if I don't want to.
Qu Xiaoqing's impression of Ding Meng was still at the stage when he was in Listin Academy. She sighed slightly and said, "I know that you and Sister Man's financial situation is not very good, so once this mission is successfully completed, I personally hope to compensate you for some of your cultivation expenses."
Ding Meng frowned as if he wanted to ask something, but in the end, he curled his lips and did not say anything.
Qu Xiaoqing clearly misunderstood and corrected herself, "Ding Meng, you're so strong, so I'm sure the difficulties you face in your cultivation will not be small. If you have any difficulties, please tell me. I'll definitely help you if I can."
Ding Meng was most interested in the topic of cultivation. "By the way, Miss Qu, do you have a sword? It would be best if it could withstand the infusion of Origin Energy."
Qu Xiaoqing smiled again. "I know that you are Teacher Zhao's student and are passionate about swordsmanship, but forgive me for being blunt, but an ancient sword is not very useful in battle."
She tried to be as tactful as possible, but how could Ding Meng not understand?
Don't think that Zhao Yue's' speech 'at the Lister Academy was full of praise for swords. In reality, in this era, swords were of little use. Origin energy and technology were like two huge mountains in front of you.
Well, that comparison would be too vertical. If you were to compare it horizontally, which one of the alloy blades produced by technology would not be better than your ancient sword?
Even in the Kejia server, Ruo Lan was unable to get Ding Meng an ancient sword that met the standards.
The reason Ding Meng wanted an ancient sword was because of the two sword techniques that Zhao Yue had taught him. He had only casually looked at them, but ever since he could use telekinesis to wield a sword, these two sword techniques were like Pandora's box that had been opened. They had an endless attraction to him. The more he studied them, the more he felt that they were unfathomable, and the more he practiced them, the more interested he became.
Ancient sword techniques might be considered antiques in the era of Origin Energy, only suitable for appreciation and not practice, but no one could deny their existence. Their existence was reasonable, and reasonable meant that it was possible. Since it was possible, why not give it a try? What if it was possible to master it?
Ding Meng's train of thought was actually influenced by Little Rascal. The harder it was, the more we had to try. The stronger others were, the stronger we had to become. The more dangerous the environment was, the more we had to survive. Our ultimate goal was to defy the heavens, create miracles, and eliminate all impossibilities.
Faced with Ding Meng's insistence, Qu Xiaoqing's expression seemed to have made a great decision. She turned her head and said, "Unit 093, go and get it."
"Yes, Miss Qu." The staff on the side immediately went to the warehouse.
Item 093 was quickly delivered. In front of Ding Meng was a long and narrow box with an ancient style. The material was very ordinary. It seemed to be made of animal skin, and there was nothing special about it.
After opening the box, it was indeed an ancient sword. The scabbard was black, the mouth was square, the hilt was short, and the whole body was slender and straight. It was no different from the wooden sword that Teacher Zhao Yue used in school. This was the most standard ancient sword.
Ding Meng slowly took out the sword and held it in front of his chest, as if he was feeling it.
Strangely enough, although the sword looked light, it was not light at all. He had to slightly circulate his Origin Energy to be able to lift it. This sword definitely weighed more than 50 pounds. Of course, with Ding Meng's strength, this was not a problem.
Looking at his posture, Qu Xiaoqing could not help but say, "It seems that this sword suits you."
Ding Meng was curious. "Oh?
Is there a story behind this sword? "
Qu Xiaoqing's gaze fell into the distance, as if she was reminiscing about the past. "My third brother loved this sword very much when he was alive. Unfortunately, he was not an Origin Energy user and could not even lift it. Therefore, it was just sitting there. Since you can lift it, I might as well give it to you. Who knows, it might actually be useful in your hands."
Seeing her sad expression, Ding Meng did not ask any more questions. With a clang, he pulled the sword out of the scabbard.
A dark golden light came into view. The color of this sword was exactly the same as the T-shaped claw knife. The light of the sword was like a pool of autumn water, with its own cold sharpness that made people not dare to look at it directly.
Ding Meng secretly activated his Origin Energy, and the sword began to tremble and hum. It was as if the sword was resonating with the energy he was pouring into it. It was as if it had a mind of its own and was instantly activated.
Ding Meng was surprised and happy. He had finally obtained a sword that had not been melted by the heat he had poured into it.
"This is a good sword," he exclaimed.
"It is indeed a good sword," Qu Xiaoqing explained.
Qu Xiaoqing explained, "This sword was originally a very ordinary alloy sword, but with a trace of Krypton and Platinum metals added, it was formed after a precise synthesis process."
Although her explanation was short, Ding Meng's eyes widened.
Krypton itself was not a metal, but a kind of gas. It had to go through super high pressure before it could form a soft solid. Then, it had to be fused with other alloys in proportion to form Krypton. Krypton was a kind of super alloy. Its hardness, melting point, boiling point, and toughness far exceeded that of advanced alloys.
The value of this kind of metal was ridiculously high, and it was calculated in "grams". It was usually used in the core components of interstellar battleships, such as the propulsion furnace. When the silver core stone released energy, it would generate a temperature of millions of degrees in the reactor. At that time, Krypton's role would be reflected.
However, this was also the problem. Such a precious and expensive metal, even if it was only a microgram, had been fused into an ordinary ancient sword. Who the hell had nothing better to do after eating so much of it?
Such a waste of God's gift was simply unforgivable.