I Am The Swarm

Chapter 740: Solution

Once the battle began, there were too many areas requiring energy consumption. Abilities like electromagnetic acceleration and electromagnetic force, though seemingly low in energy expenditure, accumulated significant consumption when continuously activated and frequently used.

Next, high-molecular blades and armor repair required energy to support the bio-armor’s proliferation. Finally, the Negative Energy Blade was a major energy consumer. Sarah had to reserve sufficient energy to activate this ability at critical moments to cleave through obstacles.

Similarly, the Negative Energy Shield needed to be activated at key moments to block unavoidable attacks.

Thus, although Sarah’s energy reserves were relatively ample for now, meticulous energy management was essential. Having energy reserves meant fighting without panic.

However, the rapid toggling of the Negative Energy Shield, while conserving energy to the utmost, also exposed her limitations.

“Her energy reserves aren’t sufficient.”

“The Negative Energy Shield consumes too much energy. Prepare some targeted attack methods on the frontline!”

The blunt-nosed projectiles couldn’t stop Sarah’s advance. Though her speed had slowed considerably, it was only relative. To the Ji soldiers, Sarah was still as fast as lightning. Without the aid of combat-assisted targeting systems, their naturally evolved vision couldn’t track Sarah’s movements.

Taking slightly longer than before, Sarah eliminated two K2N9s and several Ji soldiers blocking her path, then rummaged for more high-explosive grenades, collapsing the tunnel behind her before continuing forward.

Perhaps

However, there was plenty of this solution aboard the warships. Upon receiving orders, Selina directed various machines to package and deliver the specified materials. However, because J-Z-901 was so obscure and not on the standard delivery list, the preparation process took a few extra minutes compared to regular supplies.

The delivery and landing also required time, plus transportation to the underground battlefield. Even adding up these scattered durations, Sarah didn’t have much time left.

Sarah was unaware of the Ji race’s plans, but her current situation was already unfavorable. Fortunately, the area sealed by the gelatinous solution was extremely sturdy, requiring even K2N9s a long time to penetrate.

With the path ahead blocked and the rear collapsed, Sarah suddenly realized this might be a good opportunity to resume digging downward. Extending her high-molecular claws, Sarah embarked on her digging journey again.

Because the high-molecular claws were generated by the bio-armor, they could change shape freely. They transformed into sharp blades for attacks and into robust digging claws when excavating.

These claws incorporated features of digging appendages, being large and curved, making excavation highly effective. Combined with the strength and sensitivity granted by the bio-armor and the almost unparalleled physique of her insectoid body, Sarah’s digging speed was exceptionally fast.

Sarah’s actions were soon detected by the Ji race. Based on this, Selina adjusted the Ji squad’s encirclement routes. With the shrinking encirclement, she had more teams to deploy, making the encirclement tighter.

After digging downward for over thirty meters, Sarah stopped. Her echolocation system showed enemies approaching from almost every direction—above, below, front, back, left, and right.

However, at this moment, the Ji commander sent new instructions to Selina.