"Note:
Each assimilation consumes 100,000 system funds. Ghost Agent's psychic detection is ineffective against the host."
'Excellent, excellent.'
Upon hearing the system's words, William repeated 'excellent' twice.
With a 120 base combat strength amplified by 80, their combat power would already surpass the peak of humanity.
Furthermore, a combat strength of 120 was the minimum level for an assimilated USS.
If they possessed the characteristics of a Ghost Agent, combined with the enhancements of the Bio-Armor, the USS's combat strength would undoubtedly skyrocket.
Immediately after,
William asked the system, 'System, can an assimilated USS undergo Ghost Agent assimilation again?'
"Responding to host: Yes.
Detecting 1,200 USS under the host's command, including Hank, would you like to proceed with assimilation?"
'Of course.'
"Received.
Consuming 120 million system funds. Assimilation in progress…
Assimilation complete."
'Mm.'
Among these 1,200 USS, more than half were dispersed among mobile task forces across the solar system.
Once assimilated into Ghosts, they would become the most effective core force when encountering extremely dangerous anomalous phenomena.
After all, the USS were the strongest combat unit within Umbrella, second only to the 'ceiling' Spartans.
The current USS could effectively fill the 'gap' before the 'New Spartans' reached their full combat potential.
In fact,
After the Spartan Project achieved unprecedented success,
William did not pause the project; instead, he had Umbrella continue with a second-generation Spartan Project.
However, the recruitment conditions were not as cruel and stringent as the first generation.
No more kidnapping measures.
Umbrella would dispatch agents to negotiate with the parents of genetically matched children.
If they agreed, the agents would require the parents to sign a non-disclosure agreement and provide them with relevant company benefits.
If they refused, the agents would perform a memory-wiping procedure on the parents, making them forget any information related to Spartans.
Change the age for modification surgery.
John, Mylon, and Carl, the first-generation Spartans of Umbrella, underwent modification surgery at an average age of 13.
Due to ethical concerns and the lack of urgent need, the age for second-generation surgery would be pushed to 18.
Powered Infiltration Armor (PIA).
PIA armor is an upgraded version based on Bio-Armor.
It removed the expensive T-Serum injection function of the Bio-Armor, but its defensive capabilities, stealth, and other functions were all superior to Bio-Armor.
It was much weaker than the first-generation Spartan's Mjolnir Powered Assault Armor, but also much cheaper in price.
There are currently 240 children training on Minos Island.
.
In reality, Umbrella's second-generation Spartans corresponded to the Spartan-IIIs in 'Halo.'
However, William would not let these children undertake suicidal missions.
Even when he was in high school, he had read the official novels and understood the tragic nature of the Spartan-IIIs.
Even the later Noble Team from 'Reach' would not make William casually decide to send his soldiers, especially Spartans, to their deaths.
But if it concerned the survival of humanity…
"Sigh."
William shook his head and sighed, then turned his chair to face the virtual window, gazing at the simulated scenery outside and saying softly:
'System, please continue to report the remaining rewards.'
"Yes.
② Marine equipment includes:
(Image)
CMC Powered Combat Suit: Effectively resists light firepower and provides comprehensive service in space and various harsh environments.
C-14 Impaler Gauss Rifle: 8mm metal-piercing rounds can effectively penetrate most targets.
Blueprints for both technologies have been uploaded to the Hive.
According to this system's estimation, the CMC Powered Combat Suit and C-14 Gauss Rifle will greatly improve Umbrella's various technologies.
And will reduce the cost of various individual equipment and weapons.
.
③ Siege Tank:
(Image)
Its firepower consists of twin 90mm cannon barrels, or a 120mm shock cannon.
The Siege Tank has two modes that can be switched between.
The mobile assault mode uses twin cannons.
After stopping and deploying its siege stabilizers, it can convert to siege mode with the shock cannon.
It can flexibly switch between a main battle tank and heavy artillery.
Blueprints have been uploaded.
.
④ Viking multi-role fighter:
(Image)
Its firepower consists of air-to-air, air-to-ground missiles, or two rotary autocannons.
The Viking is a fighter with excellent performance and firepower in the air, using its carried missiles to destroy various targets.
It can also transform into mech mode for rapid landing, utilizing its hidden two rotary autocannons for continuous fire output.
It can freely switch roles to meet tactical needs.
Blueprints have been uploaded.
.
⑤ Thor heavy assault mech:
(Comparison image with Marine)
The Thor is a large bipedal mech with powerful ground weapons and long-range anti-aircraft weapons.
It can carry two Umbrella-produced Gauss cannons, at least 48 missile launchers, and a point-defense gun array.
Its height is approximately one hundred meters.
This system detects that the Thor heavy assault mech is inferior to the 'God-Body' piloted by the Spartans in many aspects, yet its cost and resource consumption far exceed the 'God-Body.'
Therefore, this system does not recommend mass production of this type of mech, but the technology provided by the blueprints can be used to further improve the 'God-Body' model.
.
⑥ Battlecruiser:
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The Gorgon-class Battlecruiser from 'StarCraft 2' is a behemoth in various sci-fi movies and games.
Its length is approximately 1.5 kilometers or more, and it can accommodate 6,000 to 8,000 personnel (information from starcraft.fandom.wiki, no specific length).
The Gorgon-class is equipped with various laser cannons and plasma torpedoes, capable of saturation attacks on target areas.
Furthermore, the Gorgon-class possesses a main cannon no less powerful than an electromagnetic accelerator cannon—
The Yamato Cannon.
The Yamato Cannon can focus a nuclear explosion into a beam of energy through a strong magnetic field and fire it for devastating strikes.
However, its penetration capability is weaker than that of an electromagnetic accelerator cannon.
In terms of data firepower, one Gorgon-class Battlecruiser is stronger than several Paris-class heavy frigates.
But the fact is that both types of warships have their pros and cons, which can enhance the diversity of the host company's fleet.
Blueprints have been uploaded."
"…"
William felt a bit dazed.
There was definitely joy and excitement, but also a certain degree of numbness.
Even without these rewards, Umbrella's overall strength and technology already far surpassed all other countries in the world.
'Thanks, System.'
However, William still had to thank this system, which had hidden its merits and fame.
After all, the technology that surpassed all other countries in the world was given by it.
Water flows downhill, and people strive for higher ground.
This saying perfectly matched William's mindset.
The various technologies included in the 'StarCraft' package would elevate Umbrella's armaments to another level.
It could more effectively ensure the safety of colonies and the success rate of containment forces when confronting anomalous phenomena.
Space colonization confined to the solar system alone was not enough; at least the Centaurus and Perseus arms needed to be occupied to give humanity more room for maneuver.
Establish, develop, expand.
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