Chapter 1674 Anti-Colossus Weapon

Joan served as an adjutant and an accompanying mage under the account of the marshal, and he was quite clear about the stockpile of military supplies, so he answered without thinking: "60 12-pound guns, 6-pound guns—"

Prince Sigmund waved his hand to prevent him from continuing.

"I'm not asking about these field guns, but about the bigger ones, the kind that can knock down mythical colossi."

Joan froze for a moment, shook his head and smiled wryly: "I'm afraid it's city defense guns or ship-mounted guns. Our legion doesn't carry such heavy weapons."

"In terms of city defense artillery, there are thirty in Midgard Naval Port, but they are all big iron bumps fixed on the coastal defense fort, and it is very inconvenient to disassemble and transport." Sir Custis said.

"What is the caliber?" Prince Sigmund asked.

"5-inch bore, about 80-pound shell."

Ser Custis answered thoughtfully.

"Five-inch gun..." Prince Sigmund sighed in disappointment, "The caliber is too small, so it doesn't pose much threat to the Colossus... Well, it would be nice if there was an 'Old Charlie' here."

"Old Charlie" is the synonym for the most famous giant magic crystal smoothbore gun in the Ashan Empire, also known as the "train gun". The dedicated shell weighs 2,000 pounds and has a range of 24 miles. It can be called the most powerful heavy artillery of this era.

If there is such a "train cannon", it can indeed be used to restrain the flesh and blood colossus, but I also know that such a heavy cannon can only travel on special railways, how can it be transported across the ocean to the New World?

Prince Sigmund also knew that fantasies are useless, sighed again, and said to everyone: "In short, first remove the city defense artillery and transport it to the front line to try it out. If this trick doesn't work, I can only risk my life and the flesh and blood colossus." Fight."

"Your Excellency, Marshal, don't make such a joke!"

Logan couldn't laugh or cry.

"Your Excellency the Marshal's words are really not a joke," Lord Custis explained to Logan, "The power of the artifact is not affected by the anti-magic field, and the holy sword 'Balmonk' held by the Marshal is One of the twelve most powerful 'Zodiac Artifacts' in the world, if you can successfully break into the inside of the Colossus and seize the main control device, it will be able to force the Colossus into paralysis."

"It is true that artifacts are not affected by the anti-magic field, but your marshal's spellcasting ability and supernatural occupational ability will be suppressed by the anti-magic field. I am afraid that if you are a legendary powerhouse, you will not be able to exert 30% of your ten abilities. And the siege of the giant's pro-guards, how much chance can we win?" Joan couldn't help but question.

Everyone's eyes immediately focused on Prince Sigmund's face, expecting a morale-boosting answer from His Excellency the Marshal.

"Everyone, I'm sorry that I can't promise you anything, I can only do my best."

Prince Sigmund shrugged and spread his hands, with a wry smile on his face.

The blood surging in his chest prompted Joan to grit his teeth, stood up resolutely, and said loudly: "Your Excellency, Marshal! As you, if you challenge the enemy's colossus alone, it will deeply embarrass all the officers and soldiers under your command. Since there is no need to If you are sure of victory, you don’t even need to take risks, the flesh and blood colossus on Calydon Island... leave it to me to solve it!”

"Dr. Vader, do you have a better way?" Prince Sigmund looked at the young mage in surprise.

Joan nodded heavily.

In order to deal with the mythical colossus, he has spent a lot of brainpower and thought of many ways this year, and now it is finally time to prove whether these hard work and efforts will pay off.

Although Joan didn't have much chance of winning, he didn't want to back down, and he didn't want to see his supreme commander, a respectable old man, charging forward with a sword.

Joan felt that instead of letting the marshal personally take risks and lead a team to assault the flesh and blood colossus, it would be better to try his own method. At least the risk is much lower. Even if he fails, he will not suffer any harm.

Prince Sigmund stared at Joan for a long time, as if he wanted to see his true thoughts through his eyes.

Colonel Vassar and Logan looked at each other. They all know Joan's character very well, and know that he is not the kind of person who talks nonsense, but they still can't help but wonder, is this young mage really capable of fighting against the mythical colossus at the legendary level?

Sir Custis coughed twice, and said to Joan before others questioned him: "Dr. Vader, I can't figure out your plan, but I know that since you took the initiative to shoulder this burden, you have some confidence in your heart. If there is anything you need help with, feel free to ask, you are welcome."

Joan thought for a while and said, "My lord, I need some magic crystals as a stabilizer for enchantment, and I also need a lot of steel."

"Give me an exact amount."

"6 ounces of magic crystals, and 200 tons..." Joan hesitated for a moment, thinking it would be better to be on the safe side, so he changed his mind and said, "Uh, at least 400 tons of steel."

Sir Custis and Prince Sigmont exchanged glances, and the two old men showed tacit smiles at the same time, as if they had already guessed Joan's plan.

"Dr. Vader, you should return to Midgard City early tomorrow morning. Go to the First Steel Plant under the Colony Mining Group and find Edgar Carnegie, the manager of the iron plant. He will provide you with all the supplies you need." said Ser Custis softly.

...

Joan left the headquarters, took the letter signed by His Excellency the Marshal and Sir Custis, directly cast a spell and sent it back to Midgard City, and worked at his desk in his apartment until late at night.

After yawning greatly, Joan picked up a thick stack of manuscript paper full of geometric figures on the desk, and flipped through it from beginning to end. He felt that there was nothing wrong with the design sketch, so he put it in the file folder.

Early the next morning, Joan got up on time as usual, sat on the bed and prepared the spell.

Considering that he will be engaged in a special job today, he specially prepared a lot of engineering spells, including "Shrinkage" and "Complete Restoration", and also used all the 4th-level spell slots to match the upgraded and strengthened " Secondary ingenuity".

After going downstairs to wash up, Joan petted the cat while chatting with the landlady who was preparing breakfast in the kitchen.

Master "Qiuqiu" seemed to be aware of Joan's mental stress, so he approached him thoughtfully and licked his hand twice.

Joan was overwhelmed, and hurriedly rummaged through his pockets to find some snacks to "offer" to Master "Qiuqiu".

After breakfast, Joan bid farewell to the landlady and Master Ball, and took a public carriage to the ironworks.

Mr. Edgar Carnegie, the manager of the ironworks, received instructions from Sir Custis last night, and was waiting for Joan at the gate of the ironworks early this morning.

Joan shook hands with the manager, and handed over the marshal's and his lord's letter.

Mr. Carnegie seemed surprised that he was so young. After carefully reading the manuscript twice, he was sure that he was indeed "Dr. Vader", and took him to the large warehouse in the backyard of the iron factory.