Chapter 2701 Magic Grenade
Joan took a "magic grenade" from Kandy, and after a little observation, he figured out the structure.
I used a "knocking technique" to disassemble the grenade and checked the internal structure. It was exactly as I expected. The charge was mainly "blazing glue" and "thunderstone", and it was also filled with some commonly used alchemy substances. A large number of bean-like small steel balls enhance the damage of fragments.
The technical content of this kind of grenade is not high. An alchemist with three to five years of experience can use relatively simple equipment to tinker with similar products in a small workshop.
However, Joan would not underestimate the magic grenade because of this. It is precisely this kind of modular weapon with a simple structure that best reflects the military strength of a country.
The Far East 1624 Magic Grenade has an exhaustive and simple design. There are only twelve parts in total, all of which are assembled in a unified assembly line. According to Haakon, the good product rate is as high as 99.9%.
For every thousand grenades produced by the Far East Armory, there is less than one defective product on average. In addition to multi-layer quality inspections, they are finally distributed to soldiers, and the probability of getting stink bombs or duds is almost zero.
It is impossible for most small workshops of alchemists to guarantee such a stable product quality.
Of course, if you are willing to use high-level spells, such as "Supernatural Workmanship", you can also ensure that the specifications of the same batch of products are almost identical, but the cost will also soar accordingly.
The mass production of industrial products on the assembly line has a huge advantage over hand-made enchanted products, that is, the production cost can be reduced to a minimum.
As a spellcaster, Joan must admit that being able to guarantee the high output, high quality and low price of arms at the same time is a miracle unique to the era of magic industrialization, a miracle that can only be achieved by mechanized mass production.
The Kolas Empire has strong industrial capabilities, but it is not as aggressive as the traditional powers in the Vales world, and has no intention of launching a colonial war. It is true that the ruling class is invaluable and enlightened, but the guns and ammunition produced are not passed. How to protect the profits of military enterprises when the war is consumed?
It is a good thing to love peace, but will this idealistic governing policy really not conflict with the rapidly expanding industrial and military industries?
Joan appreciates the vitality of the Kolas Empire, the people live and work in peace and contentment, and the government is efficient and promising, winning the hearts of the people. There are no similar examples in other countries or even in history. It may be difficult to maintain the current upward trend of national power.
"Joan, is the magic grenade so beautiful? You have been staring at this pile of parts for a long time, and you are fascinated by it. When people talk to you, you ignore it."
Kandy's accusation came from his ears, pulling back the young mage's free thoughts.
"I'm thinking about something." Joan tried to reassemble the parts of the grenade, and changed the topic casually, "Conti, when I read the report on the war between the Far East and the Ashan Empire two years ago, I was concerned about a thing mentioned in the news. I am very impressed with this new weapon. It seems that a bomb is stuffed into a pipe and then popped out. It is a cannon. coming?"
"That, I know! I know!" Conti jumped up excitedly and clapped his hands, while preventing Haakon from rushing to answer with stern eyes, "That's called 'thrower'!"
"There is also a similar weapon called 'mortar'!" Haakon finally couldn't hold back, and then Conti added, "There is a grenadier in the weapon cabinet, I will take it out for you Show me how to use it."
Haakon ran to the weapon cabinet, moved out a steel pipe device with a bracket, and put it on the ground, which looked like a small infantry gun.
"The grenade launches a special alchemy bomb called a 'grenade'. There is a propellant at the bottom. After being inserted into the grenade, it will be pierced by the firing pin, and it will be ejected with a bang."
The firearms and grenades provided in the training ground are all equipped with empty shells for safety reasons.
Haakon demonstrated while talking, fired a blank bomb, drew an arc in the air, and flew two hundred yards away before landing.
"Changing the inclination angle of the grenade and adjusting the lever can adjust the throwing distance. The maximum range can reach 1500 yards, and the explosion radius of the live ammunition is 20 yards. The average damage in the area is about 10 energy levels, which is equivalent to a larger killing range." Fireball'."
"The grenade can also be used to launch special shells infused with magic, the most famous of which is the 'fire extinguishing shell', the shell is not filled with blazing glue, but is filled with the 'water making' technique, and when shot out, it explodes into the sky. Splash, the fire brigade in the city is equipped with this kind of weapon, and it is very effective in fighting fires."
Haakon put away the grenadier, and then said to Joan: "The Far East Army also set up a special branch called the Grenadier. Most of the officers and soldiers of the Grenadier are strong and strong Kirtlanders. These big men Hand grenades could be easily thrown 100 yards, and grenades were later issued to fill the gap between the cannon and the rifle.”
At this time, Slude took over what his brother said.
"When it comes to grenadiers, we have to mention the two 'armor knights' that the Far East Army is proud of. Although mechanical armor is the core of tactics, each mechanical armor must be equipped with at least one squad of grenadiers. , Grenadiers and Armored Knights fight together, and the Grenadier squad is responsible for covering the Armored Knight's flanks and back, so that the Armored Knight can drive the mechanical armor and boldly advance."
"Is mechanical armor also provided in the training ground?" Joan looked around.
"Yes, next door, I'll take you there!"
Speaking of his favorite "big toy", Slude's eyes lit up and he looked uplifted.
"Mechanical armor's fighting skills are not easy to practice alone, you have to find someone to fight, so the standard equipment in the training ground is two 'steel cavalry', my forehand is itchy, who of you will accompany me to do two moves ah?"
Haakon was the first to shake his head resolutely.
Conti also showed embarrassment.
Joan could see that Slude used these two as "sandbags" to practice, and beat them out of the psychological shadow.
"I have experience in driving Yangbo Mecha, how about I try it?" Joan looked at Slude.
"Steel Cavalry is an upgraded version of Yangbo Mecha. Its operation method is almost the same. You should familiarize yourself with it first before fighting with me. I won't bully you, so I will give you one hand!"
"It's not necessary." Qiao An caressed the ring enchanted with the 9-ring "Early Warning" in his hand, adhering to the principle of humanitarianism to remind Slude, "Even if you try your best, you may not be able to win me steadily."