In an open space between the east side of Yeqi City and the New Industrial Zone, five vehicle crews from the Auxiliary Army were familiarizing themselves with their future means of transportation.
Cavour is a commander of the auxiliary vehicle crew selected by Jim. The rune master Selekin has just introduced them to the structure, magic pattern, disassembly method and use of the transport carriage and ballistae.
Cavour, the fellow captains Sheffield and Newkart, and even Jim and Jagger did not expect that the big thing over 4 meters long and 3 meters high in front of them could be disassembled into several pieces in just 10 minutes. Large parts.
Although the carriage frame is made of black iron, the many magic patterns on it can balance the load of nearly 2 tons and the light travel. Even when fully loaded, only two horses can easily pull the carriage for 50 kilometers. Kilometers, if horses can be changed regularly, goods can be pulled from Yeqi City to the Western Front in a single day.
The auxiliary group's crossbow vehicles are even more complicated. Each vehicle can be converted into defense mode within a few minutes: multiple large shields will be set up behind the vehicle, and numerous spears will be laid in front of the shields, opening up The frame of the carport is equipped with a 3-meter-long giant crossbow.
"My Majesty, such a big crossbow can probably kill a monster!" This was the first thing Cavour said when he saw the giant crossbow. Whether he was a knight or not, when he saw such a huge machine, he would always be in awe Emotionally.
The rune master fired a crossbow arrow in front of everyone. The crossbow arrow without any magic runes shot a distance of 600 meters, making everyone open their mouths.
"Currently, Master Sophia is still adjusting the magic patterns on the crossbow machine and designing magic pattern crossbow arrows. It is expected that by then, the giant crossbow will have a range of more than a kilometer." The rune master introduced, "These crossbows can not only be placed on the car, but also It can be fixed on the city wall and is the most defensive device."
The crossbow machine has a three-dimensional adjustable turntable and a gearbox for winding, but the complex structure allows the crossbow arrows to be accurately dispersed, and the non-magic can easily wind and launch it.
Cavour and Sheffield were the first to get on the car and try it. The silky winch, smooth winding and the sound of the crossbow arrows breaking through the air were so fascinating. Several car captains became addicted after trying the firing a few times. All the demons present were eager to try it. Hope fires a giant crossbow.
"Listen, shooting the giant crossbow is just the simplest step. In the future, there will be a sight on the giant crossbow. At that time, you only need to simply aim and you will be able to hit accurately. But before that, you still have to learn. There are many, and all the giant crossbow carriages and transport carriages in the future will be driven and repaired by you."
The dwarf's loud voice silenced everyone, and after all the crews had a basic understanding of carriages, he began to teach them more detailed content. According to Lant's request, he had to learn and use it based on the several experimental crews in front of him. During the process, a manual for the use, maintenance, and repair of the entire vehicle was compiled. Yeqicheng has sent several young people to assist in the writing and drawing.
Learning the carriage is a big project, including the names of the various parts of the vehicle, the disassembly and maintenance methods, the stowage of the shed, the storage space, the deployment and storage of the tail shield, the lowering and storage of the bottom bracket, and the installation of the giant crossbow. Level and wind. The entire content will be divided into 5-6 partial explanations. After each explanation is completed, the crew needs to get started and practice.
This morning, the main task of the crew was to become familiar with these carriages, to be able to skillfully hitch the horses in front of the carriages, and to unfold the carriages for transportation and crossbow carriages. After the dwarf finished explaining the essentials, the five crew members rushed to start training, running to the frame to dismantle the carport, adjust the giant crossbow, and so on.
Jim on the side looked at the ballista that had completed its unfolding form and confirmed his idea, "It's really not that simple. The auxiliary army is participating in the battle. Does the earl want to use the non-demon to participate in the battle? I hope it can succeed!" "
Seeing Danico coming over, Jim quietly leaned over and whispered: "Knight, do you think we non-demon people can learn such things? Should we invite those demon possessors to come and listen?"
"Oh, they have a lot more to learn than you," said Daniko and pointed to the side. Not far away, he saw several extended carriages. The original panels on the carriages had been removed and changed on one side. It became a table, and the carriages were not empty, but some shelves were added. One of the carriages was filled with magic-patterned jars and small iron stoves, and the other carriage simply had a hanger.
"One over there is a dining car, which ensures that you can cook food during the march, and the other is a maintenance car, which can lift these tanks and transport vehicles and repair their frames. Have you seen those demon-supporters? They You need to learn the operation and maintenance of those types of vehicles.”
"My lord, this is too complicated!" Jim exclaimed again.
"I heard that there are still three types of vehicles that have not been completed. One is with an observation mast, one is able to cool down and preserve meat, and there is also one that allows magicians to meditate better in the vehicle and can repair iron armor. ." Daniko shook his head as he said, "I used to think that I had seen the world in the capital, but when I look at these carriages, I feel like I am a barbarian."
About an hour later, all the crews gathered together to meet Lord Lant for inspection.
In front of Lant, Cavour and the four people in his group hurriedly demonstrated the deployment and shooting of the crossbow. They said that the crossbow successfully shot 500 meters away, while Sheffield of the transportation group took two of his own group. Personally, I demonstrated dismantling and loading the carriage.
"You did a very good job!" Lant was very satisfied with the demonstrations of the two groups. After reporting the performance, he spoke to all the vehicle crews and demon supporters, "Although our auxiliary army is not the main force like the Knights, but It will also play a key role. I hope you will study hard and share your learning results with all members of the Auxiliary Army in the future!"
After speaking, Lant personally got on the carriage and faced Cavour and others. He first asked if he could keep up with the training, whether the uniform was comfortable, and whether the meals were sufficient. After getting a few confirmed answers, he asked them to introduce him. The structure and features of the vehicle, as well as the outstanding performance of several people, are not hesitant to praise.
"Your Excellency really values us too much!" The demon-free people who had never met the nobles were unable to resist Lant's rather conventional condolences. Everyone had a look in their eyes that they must fight for Your Excellency. look.
Lant's inspection did not last long. Soon he left with the dwarf rune master Jimlon Longbeard. After walking a long way, he asked the dwarf: "Tell me the truth, how much does such a carriage cost?" How much?"
(End of chapter)
