“Hostile act detected.” Drei=Ringo declared a state of emergency to ＜Ringo＞ and simultaneously took what he considered the optimal course of action within his permitted capabilities. He switched his internal state from normal mode to combat mode. The consumption of internal battery power and various nutrients (fuel) increased dramatically, but his cognitive and physical abilities … World of Sandbox – Chapter 71
Episode 70: Interlude (Leon Degraaf 2) “Welcome, Leon Degraaf. It has been quite some time.” “Yes. Thank you for the welcome, Lord Radaeri-sama.” Leon had not anticipated being granted an audience with the lord so soon after arriving as a mere herald, and as such, he was somewhat nervous. It had been eight years since … World of Sandbox – Chapter 70
Episode 69: Let’s Build a Monster Extermination Memorial Park “It’s dead, right?” “Unknown.” This conversation took place while digging up the buried Worm. Two hours had already passed since the start of the operation, and the surroundings were completely dark. Although night vision devices were available, the worksite was illuminated by multiple high-intensity lights to … World of Sandbox – Chapter 69
Episode 68: Interlude (Leon Degraaf 1) “Then Leon, I’m counting on you.” “Yes, I’ll be on my way.” The location is on the shore of the Five-Lake, along the highway. Flattala City lies about half a day’s walk ahead. The delegation decided to send out a scout to determine if Flattala City could provide supplies … World of Sandbox – Chapter 68
Episode 67: Multi-Legged Airborne Unit, Arose with a Bang At 10,000 meters above ground, a flying boat equipped with six propellers soared. With escorting flying boats flanking its sides, it slowly opened its rear hatch. As the doors fully opened, small parachutes popped out. Attached to them were 5-meter-long cylinders, released into the air. These … World of Sandbox – Chapter 67
“Ma’am. May I dispatch a rotorcraft to recover the Worm’s head?” “Hmm. Yes, that should be fine. But do we have a microwave-compatible aircraft?” “Yes, Ma’am. The base is a battery-powered aircraft, but we’ve partially modified the cargo space to install a microwave power receiving system. It’s more redundant than a dedicated design, but it … World of Sandbox – Chapter 66
Chapter 65: Clash (Worm and Cannon Shell) The cannon shell, fired at an initial velocity of 5,000 m/s, shed its sabot due to air resistance. The pencil-like projectile, equipped with stabilizing fins, flew towards its target, maintaining its speed. The distance was approximately 70m. With almost no deceleration, the projectile pierced the Worm’s head. “Impact.” … World of Sandbox – Chapter 65
“Electromagnetic Catapult, deploy.” With ＜Ringo＞’s words, the upper hatch of the Multi-legged Ground Carrier displayed on the monitor opened. The rod-shaped Electromagnetic Catapult rose with a smooth motion. It was about 10 meters long. As it stood vertically, the Wide-Area Surveillance Drone was fixed to the launch position. “Wide-Area Surveillance Drone, launching.” With an electromagnetic … World of Sandbox – Chapter 64
Episode 63: Delegation to the Forest Country The departure ceremony for the delegation to the East Gate City was a grand affair. The fact that it was the first delegation to another city in several years was significant, but the addition of ＜Paraiso＞ escorts was especially noteworthy. The area in front of the Telek Port … World of Sandbox – Chapter 63
Chapter 62: Fortress Two and the Worm Story Fortress Two (name undecided) is currently in the midst of its foundational construction. To support the main above-ground structures, pillar-like structures are being embedded deep underground. The depth reaches 50 meters. Because the ground is covered with relatively brittle lava rock, it was necessary to create supports … World of Sandbox – Chapter 62