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Chapter 73 - Swarm Tactics

 "Right now, my top priorities are exploring the map, locating the borders of Sakura Country and Eagle Sauce Country, and finding treasure chests and resources."

"Ground-based vehicles are out of the question."

The terrain here is too varied. While robotic spiders might be energy-efficient, their movement would be severely restricted by the terrain and their speed would be too slow.

"We need something that can fly!"

Qin Feng muttered to himself, suddenly remembering the FPV drones he used to play with in his past life.

FPV drones are quadcopters equipped with gimbals that can stream live video of their surroundings.

And they're incredibly fast!

Well-designed FPV drones can reach speeds exceeding 200 kilometers per hour!

"That's it!"

Qin Feng exclaimed, "Jarvis, how long would it take to print a small FPV drone?"

"That depends on the specifications—how small exactly?" Jarvis replied.

Immediately, rows of ready-made quadcopter designs appeared before Qin Feng.

"Let's start with the functional requirements," Qin Feng said.

"Currently, I need reconnaissance capabilities, terrain scanning, and real-time video streaming."

*Whoosh...*

In the holographic display, all designs lacking the required features were eliminated, leaving five options.

Qin Feng pondered for a moment. "Hmm, I can't rule out the need for them to be able to launch attacks later."

"Do you require sustained attack capabilities, sir?" Jarvis asked, highlighting a large aircraft design on the holographic display.

Qin Feng shook his head. "No."

Sustained attack capabilities would necessitate arming the aircraft with machine guns and cannons. Such modifications would place excessive strain on the aircraft's structure, significantly increasing its weight and reducing its flight endurance.

Qin Feng's priority remained reconnaissance capabilities.

"Just leave space for a bomb payload," Qin Feng said.

In his vision, even after the initial assault and the terrain had shifted, the entire fleet of reconnaissance drones could swiftly scan new maps. This would make map expansion and clearing the "fog of war" effortless!

Moreover, sending aircraft to search for other countries' gates would be child's play.

If necessary, they could even be programmed to self-destruct—a perfect Swarm Tactics!

*Hiss...*

The thought alone sent a thrill through him!

Qin Feng was already lost in his fantasy.

"Understood, sir."

Jarvis discarded three more unsuitable design blueprints.

Only two remained before Qin Feng.

"It needs to be small and have sufficient endurance," Qin Feng stated, facing the two blueprints.

Jarvis responded, "Sir, if the aircraft is too small, it won't be able to carry enough explosives. I recommend this design." He presented the larger of the two aircraft to Qin Feng.

Qin Feng eyed the palm-sized aircraft and questioned, "How long can it fly?"

"Based on your specified functions, all equipment, and 50 grams of TNT, it can fly continuously for approximately seven hours."

"Seven hours is a bit short," Qin Feng frowned. "Extend the search radius as much as possible!"

"Sir, the latest solar charging film can perfectly address the need for recharging during its return flight."

A phantom image of the solar charging film materialized on the blueprint. Its weight parameter showed 5g, and its area parameter was 3m².

Qin Feng's eyes lit up. "Solar charging film? That's perfect! Only 5 grams and 3 square meters—it shouldn't take long to fully charge, right?"

Jarvis replied, "It can be fully charged in just half an hour. This design plan allows for the aircraft to be printed and assembled in 29 minutes and 12 seconds."

"That's settled! This design plan it is! Pause the mech printing and prioritize the aircraft."

After giving the order, Qin Feng added, "Print 24 units for now."

One aircraft every half hour was perfectly acceptable.

Qin Feng needed 24 units to cover 360 degrees around the gate. Each aircraft would be responsible for a 15-degree sector.

The most critical areas were those shrouded in war fog, where visibility was limited to a radius of ten meters. The aircraft couldn't fly too fast in these conditions, and they also had to scan and record terrain data.

Still, the current number of aircraft was sufficient for now. If more were needed, they could be printed later.

"Yes, sir."

The humming sound beneath his feet ceased. The Mark Series No. 4 Machine replaced a half-printed armor plate, and the printer began printing parts for the aircraft.

"Open my personal status panel."

Name: Qin Feng

Age: 22

Strength: 195 (Average adult: 5)

Agility: 194

Stamina: 196

Current Role: Iron Man

**Current Skills**: Mark Series No. 4 Machine, *Opening Heaven Grand Canon: Qi Circulation Chapter*, *Thirteen Blades of the Primordial Origin* (Beginner).

**Similarity**: 34%

"Hmm, just beginner level."

This excursion had yielded many valuable items, the most mysterious being this blade technique.

"Jarvis, I want to practice the *Thirteen Blades of the Primordial Origin* several times. Make sure to record all data changes."

With the equipment in the workshop, Qin Feng could better investigate information related to spiritual energy.

Moreover, with the Swarm Tactics as his eyes and ears, his time was now completely liberated.

With both equipment and time at his disposal, there was no better moment to begin.

"Of course, sir. The equipment is activated."

As Jarvis's voice faded, the workshop's internal monitoring devices descended from the ceiling.

Qin Feng flipped his right hand, and the Spirit-Slaying Blade materialized in his palm.

He slowly closed his eyes, centering his mind and focusing his spirit.

As the *Opening Heaven Grand Canon: Qi Circulation Chapter* activated, the spiritual energy in the room unconsciously surged into his body.

Within his dantian, dense spiritual energy mobilized, circulating through his meridians.

The Spirit-Slaying Blade instantly emitted a faint, ethereal glow.

Qin Feng's eyes snapped open, the secrets of the *Thirteen Blades of the Primordial Origin* already etched into his mind.

*Swish, swish, swish!*

Blade light erupted in all directions, the spiritual energy in the air surging rapidly along the blade's path.

***

In less than a minute, Qin Feng completed all the moves of the *Thirteen Blades of the Primordial Origin*.

As its name suggested, this blade technique was characterized by its ruthless nature. Each of the thirteen strikes was deadly, growing sharper, more vicious, and more decisive with every blow.

In essence, this technique was all offense, with the final three moves—the most devastating—resembling the desperate, life-risking tactics of a madman.

"Did you record everything?" Qin Feng asked, his face unflushed and his breathing steady. He was very satisfied with the power and effectiveness of the technique.

"Yes, sir," Jarvis replied. "Your movements, blade trajectory, and the air flow data in the room have been recorded. However, detecting the characteristics of spiritual energy will require further experiments."

Qin Feng cursed inwardly, having forgotten this crucial step.

"Use invasive sensors to detect the changes in my body's spiritual energy! Scan all major meridians and acupoints!"

Jarvis paused for two seconds before responding:

"Understood, sir."

Immediately, Qin Feng felt multiple points on his skin sting as if injected with needles.

The sensation lasted only an instant. After the initial pain, he flexed his limbs, feeling nothing at all.

"Sir, I am now scanning your body's spiritual energy flow and meridian conditions."

"Good," Qin Feng nodded. "I'll perform the sequence a few more times. Pay close attention to the data."

"Yes, sir."

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