Starsea Fleet: Age of the Lord

The dissolution of the Federation sent shockwaves across the various empires and neighboring factions. Sensing an opportunity, the Mechanoids and Pan-Human Alliance were quick to exploit the situation, hoping to push their advantage and devour the entire Southern War Zone.

However, not everyone was willing to sit idly by—especially not Lord Feng Mo, who knew well the principle of seizing an advantage when the enemy is weak. After the recent battles, the Pan-Human Alliance was heavily weakened, with only eight fleets remaining on the frontlines.

The Mechanoids fared slightly better, maintaining one T6 fleet and nine T5 fleets. Together, the two powers had a single T6 fleet and seventeen T5 fleets—significant but not insurmountable.

Feng Mo would not underestimate them, though. He swiftly sent two messages via his intelligent terminal, each accompanied by a video preview of a newly crafted combat armor.

Not long after, two video requests came in. Feng Mo accepted them, starting the conversation with, "The Storm Empire needs your support. I request one quasi-T6 fleet and five T5 fleets each from the Interstellar Giants and the Darknight Empire. Also, the T5 Black Obsidian combat armor you've ordered is ready for you to try on."

It was a strategic lure. Feng Mo knew that rewards should be given gradually to keep the allied factions eager. Today it was combat armor; tomorrow, it might be the design blueprints for a T6 destroyer.

With this gradual approach, these factions would come to realize the immense value of aligning with the rapidly advancing Storm Empire. Combined with the strength of the Storm Fleet, once Feng Mo's leadership was firmly established, these factions would become his most loyal allies.

"Yes, my lord!" came the immediate response from both leaders. In the Lihuang Minor Starfield, combat armor was a rare asset, especially T5-grade. Given the absence of memory metal in that region, it was almost impossible to manufacture such equipment locally.

Such a tempting reward was indeed powerful. Within a day and a half, Ming Gu and Tot led their fleets through the star gate, arriving at Moonsong Star System. It was their first time in the Starsea Human Federation, and everything was a curiosity.

When they saw the bustling Moonsong Prime, they were full of admiration. While the Lihuang Minor Starfield was sizeable with respectable technology, its architectural splendor was nowhere near that of human civilization.

Both leaders expressed their desire to bring some Storm Alliance architects back with them to beautify their homeworlds. If they could see the grandeur of Celestial Heavens Prime and Radiant Prime, they'd be even more astonished. These planets were designed by the best architects across the Federation, boasting city planning that showcased advanced skills and cultural richness.

That evening, Feng Mo hosted a banquet to welcome Ming Gu and Tot. The three conversed pleasantly, though Ming Gu and Tot maintained their composure, abstaining from excess.

The next morning, Feng Mo took a starship to the Fengshen's control room. Since the Storm Fleet was still stationed in the Radiant Empire, and his Vermilion Ape was with Ai Er, he boarded the Fengshen instead.

It took six hours to reach the Radiant Star System. As Feng Mo's group entered the radar range of the interstellar fortress, the Storm Alliance erupted with excitement.

News had spread that Feng Mo had conquered an entire minor starfield and secured powerful allies, but the true extent of the military strength in Lihuang was unknown to most of the Federation.

Once all fleets assembled, Feng Mo returned to the Vermilion Ape, leading a coalition of one mixed T6-T5 fleet, two quasi-T6 fleets, and twenty T5 fleets—a total of twenty-three fleets. This was the largest fleet Feng Mo had ever commanded, filling him with boundless pride. The Storm Empire was now embarking on its most massive star campaign, and for the first time, it had a clear numerical advantage over its enemies.

Twenty-three against eighteen—a decisive edge without any doubt.

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> "Although the Starsea Human Federation has dissolved, its star domains remain inviolable. The Storm Empire, in unison with the Radiant Empire, Yunshan Empire, and Meteor Empire, hereby forms the Storm Alliance to safeguard the Federation's territories and resist alien invasions. Presently, the Storm Alliance has mobilized twenty-three fleets, advancing towards the Vermilion Bird Interstellar Fortress to reclaim lost ground!"

The announcement ignited hope among the people of the Federation, lifting their spirits from the depths of despair. Since the Federation's dissolution, its citizens had been left in confusion. Now, with Feng Mo stepping forward, wielding his immense influence to form a new alliance, they felt compelled to support him.

Meanwhile, as the Mechanoids and Pan-Human Alliance nursed their wounds and continued to invade the Southern War Zone, the Storm Alliance marched forward in high spirits. Feng Mo first made his proclamation on the StarNet and then boldly led his fleet to the shattered Vermilion Bird Fortress in the Southern War Zone.

Naturally, Feng Mo's high-profile movements reached the Mechanoids and Pan-Human Alliance. Assessing the situation, their commanders decided to entrench themselves at the Vermilion Bird Interstellar Fortress.

The damaged fortress was rapidly repaired and fortified with defensive structures for the impending battle.

Feng Mo also received intelligence on these developments and ordered his fleet to move directly toward the fortress. A great battle loomed!

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In the Vermilion Bird Star System, once the front line against the Mechanoids, the former Federation's stronghold had fallen into the hands of two hostile powers. As the Storm Alliance arrived in the system, Feng Mo halted his fleet just outside the radar range of the fortress and began preparing for battle.

"Ai Er, lead two quasi-T6 fleets and twenty T5 fleets for a frontal assault. Charge the Starbreaker Cannon, main, and auxiliary cannons, load all missiles, and deploy all unmanned drones. Await my command to attack."

"Yes, Commander!"

Ai Er used photonic grappling to transfer from the Vermilion Ape to the Darknight Empire's flagship, taking charge of the assault. Meanwhile, Feng Mo continued to issue orders:

"Storm Fleet, load interstellar missiles. Charge the Starbreaker Cannon, main, and auxiliary cannons, and deploy all unmanned drones. Gale Steed, initiate the star warp gate sequence."

Feng Mo planned to gamble on an aggressive move. By warping the Storm Fleet to the Vermilion Bird Fortress using the Gale Steed's warp gate, he aimed to cause chaos, break down the fortress's defenses, and strike their fleet hard.

With Ai Er's two-dozen fleets poised to capitalize on the confusion, this combination strike would be overwhelming. Feng Mo's eyes fixed

on the distant stars, and he declared softly:

"Begin the assault!"