Counterfeit Hero

Chapter 79: Revised: Chapter 39 Low Ridge Jungle Operation (4)

The Fierce Tiger Special Camp mobilized all six [Antennas] with full power, quickly eliminating electronic interference from the three [Element] mechas of the Imperial Army engaged in combat, and gradually seized control. The enemy’s communication systems began to suffer interference, signals were completely blocked, and the mecha computers’ control and fire control systems also gradually malfunctioned under the electromagnetic attacks from the [Antennas].

Perhaps sensing the anomaly, the Mythical Army simultaneously intensified their offensive and deployed part of their forces to spread out and fortify the surroundings.

Suddenly facing electronic attacks and change in combat posture would inevitably cause any army to experience slight chaos.

”Full assault, fire!”

Seeing both sides’ mechas in a state of sudden chaos, the opportunity was fleeting. Upon Stewart’s command, the Warrior Leaders from two companies quickly advanced on both flanks like tigers descending a mountain. Dozens of [Anger] mechas opened fire with fierce firepower, carving a path for the insertion.

In the line of fire, several [Demon Tigers] bore the brunt. As the energy defense shields on these [Demon Tigers] changed to a deep red momentarily, they swiftly evaded the fire and regrouped within the mecha group under their comrades’ cover.

Not a single one destroyed! Stewart’s cold sweat poured down as the [Anger] mechas’ lack of combat experience showed. When the energy defense shields of these beast-shaped mechas were compromised, their comrades immediately provided cover through maneuvers. This cover was not a one-time action but a continuous wave-like interlacing in the team, consistently providing mutual support.

The energy cannons of [Anger] almost couldn’t lock onto these rapidly maneuvering [Demon Tigers]. As one retreated into the mecha group, another attracted fire. Although it seemed like many hits were made, the energy shields of many [Demon Tigers] changed to red. Yet, looking from the front, those which withstood the attacks were still rows of mechas with blue energy shields, while the attacked [Demon Tigers] retreated to heavy protection. When they reemerged, their shields would certainly be restored!

The most daunting for Stewart was the rapid tactical response from the Mythical Army soldiers, who quickly shook off initial confusion, reorganizing without retracting into a defensive formation. A platoon of [Vajra] mechas penetrated the chaotic situation where the Imperial Guard Company was also thrown into disorder.

Their tactical response was incredibly fast, a definite instinct born from prolonged warfare!

All eyes were on the central [Du Fu’ai].

The situation became extremely chaotic. The moment [Vajra] mechas closed in on the Imperial guards, the single soldier mechas were almost defenseless, facing swift and brutal massacre. A platoon of [Vajra] mechas rampaged through the guards like hungry wolves among sheep, tearing apart fragile single soldier mechas with ease!

At this critical moment, [Antennas] finally connected the regional communication frequencies to the Imperial guards. Stewart yelled frantically, ”Gazalin Guard Company, listen up! We are Leray Federation Fierce Tiger Special Forces, ordered to support you. Quickly, retreat! Break contact!”

In the chaos, [Du Fu’ai] grasped the situation. The guard company’s desperate resistance gave the mechas at the rear time, as two [Fierce Beast II] mechas fired fiercely, protecting the guard company’s rear as they moved towards the Federation Fierce Tiger Special Soldiers.

”Second and Third companies, move to the center, cover their retreat!”

Stewart knew this confrontation was fundamentally unequal; the lack of combat experience made Fierce Tiger Special Soldiers unable to adapt to the enemy’s tactics. He immediately commanded [Anger] mechas to concentrate fire on [Vajra]’s assault path, while part of their Warrior Leaders formed a defensive formation in place, using firepower to hold back the charging [Demon Tiger] mechas. The other part aggressively inserted towards the juncture between [Vajra] and the guard company’s rear under the firepower direction of [Anger].

The Federation’s reinforcement provided the guard company with respite. Under the cover of the Federation mechas’ flanks, they finally broke free from [Vajra] and began to retreat fully. But within mere minutes, the Mythical Army’s strength altered the tide!

”We can’t hold them! The enemy’s assault speed is too fast!”

Stewart heard Second Company leader O’Neill shouting, as the guard company barely broke contact. Without [Anger]’s fire suppression, the charging [Demon Tigers] ferociously broke into the Warrior Leaders’ flanking units. Special soldiers specialized in long-range attacks were evidently not a match for [Demon Tigers] in close combat. The first row of special soldiers were nearly instantly overwhelmed by the wolf-like [Demon Tigers].

The flanks were forced to retreat. The [Warrior Leaders] mechas, following protocol, retreated in a defensive formation while firing incessantly. However, the [Demon Tigers] were too fast, continuously maneuvering to try and tear apart the Fierce Tiger Special Soldiers’ formation.

Stewart’s hands were icy cold. The firepower of [Anger] couldn’t be pulled away, and without fire suppression, the central charging [Vajra] could immediately catch up to the retreating guard company. The hastily organized intercept formation of [Warrior Leaders] at the central juncture was nearly instantly breached by these monsters.

What now?!

”Boom,” a deeply red-shielded [Demon Tiger] was hit in the vital abdomen by a sudden energy bullet, turning into a ball of fire.

This powerful energy cannon, such speed, definitely wasn’t the [Warrior Leaders]’ energy cannon.

”Boom,” another deeply red-shielded [Demon Tiger] trying to hide in the mecha group was destroyed.

”Boom,” ”Boom.”

Several deeply red-shielded [Demon Tigers] were accurately hit by unknown energy bullets, either directly destroyed or their unshielded limbs targeted.

Mecha snipers?!

The flanking [Demon Tigers] were momentarily stunned by the sudden sniping. They dared not advance under the Federation soldiers’ fire. Once their shields turned red, they faced annihilating attacks!

With mysterious snipers’ help, the flanks balanced out, but the central breakthrough by [Vajra] remained unstoppable!

Federation soldiers trying to insert at the central juncture had organized three interceptions, but couldn’t halt the [Vajra] mechas’ breakthrough. Dozens of [Anger] mechas fired at maximum capacity, to no avail! The [Vajra] mechas were not only faster but also had stronger defenses! A platoon of [Vajra] mechas could, through speed and coordination, exert overpowering assaults against a company of Federation mechas.

”Immediately cover the Imperial Guard Platoon retreat to First Company’s intercept position! Hurry!”

In the confusion, Stewart heard the Fatty Advisor’s voice!