I Pick Up Talents on the Interstellar Battlefield

After clearing the scattered Stele Demons along the way, Qin Tian led the main force of Ice Extreme Pass and quickly arrived at Zone D-23, which they were responsible for this time. The terrain in this area was relatively open, with a flat central clearing, surrounded by low hills and withered black woodland. The air was filled with dense Demonic Qi, and faint distant demonic roars could be heard, exuding a perilous aura.

"Begin setting up defenses!"

At Qin Tian’s command, the warriors of Ice Extreme Pass immediately took their positions and began their operations.

The members of The Shadow Division and Moluo Warriors moved swiftly, like specters spreading out, dividing into dozens of small squads. They quickly navigated between the surrounding hills and woodland, patrolling vigilantly while investigating the surrounding environment and traces of Stele Demons.

The warriors of the Four Symbols Legion and Extreme Corps quickly seized the central clearing and surrounding high points to start setting up the camp’s defenses.

Heavy equipment was successively taken out from Space Equipment.

The thick-barreled Spiritual Energy Cannons were neatly arranged, with complex spiritual energy runes engraved on the barrels.

Mobile magic turrets were installed around the camp, with the muzzles pointed at key paths, ready to launch attacks at any time.

An Array Map was unfurled, with runes on the map slowly lighting up under the infusion of Spiritual Energy, forming an invisible protective barrier that securely enveloped the camp.

Although electronic devices were unusable within the Celestial Stele Secret Realm, meaning technological power couldn’t be utilized as support, magical and spiritual energy equipment could still operate normally.

These defense and attack devices appeared large and cumbersome, occupying a vast space, but to Qin Tian and the Moluo race, they were insignificant.

They possessed powerful Spatial Abilities, making it easy for them to store an entire city within their Space Equipment, let alone these devices.

In less than ten minutes, the defensive setup for Ice Extreme Pass in Zone D-23 was completed.

A well-organized and sturdy camp rose from the ground, surrounded by Spiritual Energy Cannons and magic turrets, with the defensive barrier of the Celestial Net Array Map subtly flickering. In the center of the camp, a temporary command platform was erected, equipped with all necessary facilities, combining offense and defense, resembling an impregnable fortress.

Meanwhile, the members of The Shadow Division and Moluo Warriors who went out to investigate began returning, presenting their reconnaissance maps and reports to Qin Tian.

They had thoroughly investigated the terrain within tens of kilometers surrounding Zone D-23 and also determined the general distribution of Stele Demons within the area.

Qin Tian picked up the maps and reports and quickly glanced over them.

The number of Stele Demons in Zone D-23 was quite large. Given their current activities, it wouldn’t take long for the Stele Demons in the area to sense their presence, and when that happens, a swarming assault will inevitably ensue.

Other teams would typically not choose to set up camp in place.

After all, compared to the massive number of Stele Demons, their own numbers were still too few.

However, for him, all of this was precisely to his liking.

If he were to send out his 4,500 warriors to hunt the Stele Demons piece by piece, it would not only be inefficient but also leave them vulnerable to surprise attacks by Stele Demons, leading to unnecessary losses.

Rather than being passive, it is better to actively lure the Stele Demons out, attracting all the Stele Demons within the area near the camp, and through the defensive advantage of the camp and the firepower of heavy equipment, concentrate the firepower to annihilate them. This not only improves the efficiency of the cleanup but also maximizes the protection of the warriors’ safety.

Moreover, it could accelerate the harvest of Evolution Points.

Mingwang Planet was his territory, and the Ice Beasts on the planet were also his assets. If a large-scale slaughter were to occur, it might cause irreversible damage to the planet’s environment.

But here, this place is the perfect slaughterhouse.

Thinking of this, Qin Tian’s lips curved into a slight smile.

After such prolonged preparation, it is time for the harvest.

Sure enough, not long after Qin Tian had spoken, a transmission from a member of The Shadow Division arrived via the spiritual network: "Military Lord! There are large groups of Stele Demons attacking from the northwest, southeast, and northeast. Their numbers are substantial and they are rapidly approaching the camp!"

"Immediately retreat to the camp, all members enter combat mode, prepare for battle!"

Qin Tian spoke in a calm and clear tone, issuing commands without a hint of panic.

The Shadow Division members and Moluo squads patrolling outside didn’t dare linger, immediately retracted their formations, and rapidly rushed towards the camp, quickly retreating and joining up with the warriors in the camp.

Within minutes, dense black figures appeared on the horizon in the distance, surging like tides from all directions.

The first wave of invading Stele Demons numbered in the thousands, exceeding the total number of warriors at Ice Extreme Pass.

The pitch-black figures blotted out the sky, with deep demonic roars shaking the ground slightly, the dense Demonic Qi sweeping over them, pressing tightly against their hearts.

At the moment the first wave of Stele Demons stepped into the defensive range of the Celestial Net Array Map, Qin Tian’s eyes sharpened, and he muttered, "Open fire!"

The mobile magic turrets and Spiritual Energy Cannons, long poised to strike, instantly activated.

"Boom boom boom—"

The magic turrets shot beams of ghostly blue energy, while the Spiritual Energy Cannons spewed forth scorching golden cannon flames, bombarding the Stele Demon horde mercilessly.

Wherever the beams and cannon flames passed, the air was scorched, twisting and deforming.

Facing the concentrated artillery barrage, the Stele Demons didn’t panic, each activating their abilities to shield themselves.

Some condensed dark shadow armor to resist the cannon flames, others controlled black mist to block the beams, while some agilely darted and dodged. Even though many Stele Demons were struck by the artillery, shattering to pieces, the remaining ones continued their relentless advance towards the camp.

"Spirit Mage army, take action!"

On the command platform, Qin Tian issued the order, and the Spirit Mage army, already prepared, commenced their operation, launching one pure Spiritual Energy spell after another.