Chapter 112: Ferm Militarization Complete
It was five o'clock in the morning, and there were no mishaps to report. The night had passed without incident, with the construction and fortification efforts in the City of Ferm progressing smoothly. The soldiers Vincent had summoned were already establishing their routines, patrolling the perimeter and manning the newly installed defenses.
Vincent stood at the edge of the command center, a cup of steaming coffee in his hand. He surveyed the city with a critical eye, noting the progress that had been made since they began. The modular barracks were fully assembled, and the soldiers had already moved in. The airfield construction was nearly complete, with the prefabricated runways and hangars taking shape under the floodlights. The fuel depots and ammunition storage facilities were securely in place, and the vehicle garages were ready to house the armored personnel carriers, tanks, and helicopters that had been acquired.
He had also added the automated turrets, a critical component of the city's layered defense strategy. These weren't just any turrets; they were the Mantis Defense Systems' MDS-42 Automated Sentry Guns.
[Mantis MDS-42 Automated Sentry Gun Specifications:
Weapon System: Dual-mounted M134 Miniguns
Ammunition: 7.62x51mm NATO rounds, 10,000 rounds per minute combined rate of fire
Targeting System: Advanced AI with multi-spectral targeting, including thermal imaging, infrared, and motion detection
Range: Effective range of 1,200 meters with a maximum range of 2,000 meters
Armor: Reinforced composite armor, capable of withstanding small arms fire and shrapnel
Power Supply: Integrated solar panels with backup battery systems, ensuring continuous operation in all conditions
Mobility: 360-degree rotation with a 90-degree elevation range, allowing for full coverage of the surrounding area
"You already have one in mind," Alpha 1 looked at him curiously.
"Yeah..." Vincent opened his system, and the familiar holographic interface appeared before him. His fingers moved swiftly over the controls as he navigated to the inventory tab. His eyes scanned the options until he found what he was looking for, the C-5 Galaxy.
The massive airlifter had been a key acquisition, and now that the airfield was nearly complete, it was time to put it to use. The C-5 Galaxy was more than just a transport aircraft; it was a lifeline that could connect Ferm to distant supply chains, deliver reinforcements, and even evacuate personnel if the situation demanded it.
"I just recently acquired the C-5 Galaxy and I'm going to summon it right now," Vincent said, his tone decisive. He tapped a few commands into the holographic interface, and within moments, a low rumble filled the air as the C-5 Galaxy materialized on the airfield with its massive size dwarfing anything near it.
Alpha 1 stared at the enormous aircraft, clearly impressed. "That's a beast, sir. This will give us a serious edge in logistics and rapid deployment."
Vincent nodded, satisfied with the sight of the fully equipped C-5 Galaxy now occupying the center of the airfield. "Exactly. With this, we can move supplies, troops, and equipment anywhere they need to be, fast. It's a game-changer for us."
"I wonder how the local populace would react if they were to see this kind of aircraft in their skies," Alpha 1 mused, a hint of amusement in his voice. "They'd be in for the shock of their lives. An aircraft of this size and capability isn't something they'd expect, especially in a place
like this."
Vincent chuckled softly, understanding the sentiment. "Yeah...I wonder how Eamon would react when he sees the plane. Now, let's report to the headquarters about our progress here."
"Yes sir!"
"Shadow Actual to Command. Militarization of Ferm is complete, I say again, the militarization of Ferm is complete," Vincent reported.
The radio crackled for a moment before a response came through. "Command to Shadow Actual, copy that. Good work."