The Seventeenth Fleet of the Galactic Empire, or the Favenir Fleet as it is commonly called, or the "Drakken" Fleet as it is better known. As Admiral Rudolf von Fafnier became known for his actions in quelling the rebellion of the Duke of Wallenstein, his fleet received the nickname "Draken" - Dragon.

Fafnir spent a month quelling a rebellion launched by five systems. As a result, the five systems cost more than 2.5 million deaths, including civilians and nobles, and Favenir is notorious for indiscriminate shelling and unrestrained looting by his subordinates. But his fleet had a bonus—the birth rate of five systems had risen to a new level after ten months.........

Later historians, when talking about the rebellion at the end of the Old Empire, inevitably speak of this rebellion: it was the largest rebellion of the last period of the Old Empire, and the largest number of nobles involved. Admiral Draken von Fafnier acted swiftly and ferociously to keep the rebellion lasting only a month, killing 2.5 million civilians. I have to say that although the first-class general was a murderous butcher, both the high-ranking officials of the empire at that time and later commentators had to admit that the first-class general dealt with the situation decisively and correctly, otherwise the rebellion would continue for a long time and I don't know how many people would die..........

Odin.

"This butcher actually killed two and a half million civilians!" Reinhardt, after learning the truth of the matter, "his report did not write a word about the death of civilians!" "The anger of the blonde lion was more that the first rank general did not report in detail and carefully all the circumstances under which the military headquarters put down the rebellion............

However, Odin's great nobles and the three prefects of the empire have changed their opinion of Count Fafnir considerably, "not everyone can give the order to kill two and a half million people without hesitation........."

"This rascal's ability to act is extraordinary!"

"The Earl is indeed a descendant of the 'Dragon' family, which is very much in line with his family's name. Is it called 'Draken' again? Fierce and brutal dragons......."

There are quite a few aristocratic families who have seen the future future of Count Fafnier - the first general of the empire and the hereditary count, and in the past, people basically despised this "loser son of the viscount family". Now they found that they had lost their eyes, and some people tried to push their daughters or sisters to the unmarried earl,

It was only after careful investigation that many nobles discovered that the previous Viscount Fafnier had already set up a baby for his newborn son more than twenty years ago. Baroness Magdalenne von Vistpalle is two years younger than Count Rudolf von Fafnier, who is now twenty-nine. As early as when she was born, she was betrothed by the previous Baron Vestepalle to the two-year-old son of her old friend, the last Viscount Fafnier. However, Viscount Favenier died in an accident soon after, and the Baron died a few years later, and the two young men inherited the title separately.

However, the two men did not seem to be at all conscious of being an unmarried couple, and Baroness Magdalenne von Vestpalie was fascinated by a colorful love life, sponsored one artist after another, and was also a friend of the Countess Griwald in the Inner Palace, so she had a good relationship with Reinhardt.

And the Count of Favenier needless to say......... He completely forgot about Baroness Magdalena von Westpalle, and completely forgot about this engagement (Bethfu didn't care about it), and as for the beauty of the Baroness, Count Long didn't care at all, and simply fell into the bosom of a bunch of prostitutes..........

"To say that this fiancé is a prodigal? This view gradually became the dominant view among the aristocracy after learning of the situation. But the two parties still go their own way, and they are neither married nor clear about the situation.

"Do you want me to pry into the corner of an artist general?" said Count Favenier privately when asked by his old friends.

The current "Draken" fleet has the largest number of the Imperial Digital Fleet after quelling the rebellion: the whole fleet has annexed some aristocratic private soldiers and scattered local fleets that still have some discipline and combat effectiveness, and at the same time has returned many ships and units of the Imperial Military Affairs Department, and still has a large fleet of 17,000 after being streamlined; the entire fleet has a total of 4,000 standard warships, 1,200 Princeley carriers, 2,800 mine-strike carriers, Four thousand cruisers and five thousand destroyers. In addition, there are 2,000 supply ships and 2,000 work ships, not counting the battle fleet, and more than 1,000 other ships. It can be said that this is the largest digital fleet in the Galactic Empire. However, Marshal Royankram had more than 110,000 ships and nine fleets.............

Fafnier, together with Rear Admiral Shotekhauhone and Rear Admiral Dick von Carr, were in the shipyard to observe the refit, and Vice Admiral Shotekhajen proposed and approved by First Admiral Fafnier to convert the three supply ships into breeding ships, and now these senior officers are in the process of receiving the results, "The supply ship has been opened with several compartments, equipped with equipment to regulate the temperature, humidity and air pressure, used to raise all kinds of livestock and poultry, grow all kinds of fresh vegetables, and have a processing workshop." Delicious and fresh food for all the senior officers......"

While Fafnir was busy training his troops, worrying about finding and buying all kinds of delicious livestock and poultry breeders, finding and buying seeds and planting techniques for all kinds of fine vegetables, hiring suitable farm workers, and appointing some special officers. Information was sent back by Fraser and the Imperial Scouting Force on the front: "The Allies have a large build-up and supply activity in the vicinity of the fortress of Iserlon. ”

Soon, the information from Fraser finally confirmed that the Alliance would launch a major offensive within the year, "An expedition of 30 million troops!" This information shocked the Imperial High Command into silence.

On the 12th day of the eighth month of the standard calendar in the 796th year of the cosmic calendar, a battle meeting was held in Henison, the capital of the Free Planet Alliance, to attack the Galactic Empire.

Gathered in the underground conference room of the United Front Operations Headquarters was Marshal Sitley, the head of the headquarters, and 36 generals under him, including Yang Weili, commander of the 13th Fleet, who had just been promoted to vice admiral.

Military victories are like a drug. This sweet poison of "occupying Iserlon" seems to have caused the warlike nature that lurks in people's blood to explode at once. Even the rhetorical establishment, which is supposed to remain calm, chanted in unison, "Attack the Imperium!" and the government's propaganda and intelligence services skillfully added fuel to the fire......

The lineup of the expeditionary force, although it has not yet been officially announced, has already made a preliminary decision.

The post of commander-in-chief was held by the commander of the Allied Space Fleet, Field Marshal Lassalle Ropos himself. He was the second-in-command person in the military department after the head of the Cooperative War Headquarters of the Sittlie, and he had experienced nearly half a century of competition.

The post of deputy commander was not created, and the chief of the General Staff was Admiral Dwight Greenhill, who was the father of Philettliga. Under him were Lieutenant General Gonniv, Chief of Staff of Operations, Major General Birollene, Chief Staff of Intelligence, and Major General Kajielun, Chief Staff Officer of the Rear. For Alex Kajielun, who is highly regarded for his skill in handling affairs, this is a front-line service that has not been seen for a long time.

Under the Chief of Staff of Operations, there are five operational staff officers. One of them, Brigadier General Andrew Hawke, graduated first in the military academy six years ago, and it was the young officer who originally proposed the expedition.

There are three intelligence staff officers and three rear staff officers under the chief of staff of intelligence and three of the rear chief of staff.

The above 16 generals, together with senior adjutants and other personnel such as communications and security, constitute the general headquarters.

On the part of the actual combat troops, eight space fleets were mobilized.

Third Fleet, Commander Vice Admiral Lufip.

Fifth Fleet, Commander Vice Admiral Bicco.

Seventh Fleet, Commander Vice Admiral Herwood.

Eighth Fleet, Commander Vice Admiral Upton.

Ninth Fleet, Commander Vice Admiral Shalem

Tenth Fleet, Commander Vice Admiral Woollenf.

Twelfth Fleet, Commander Vice Admiral Porotin.

Commander of the 13th Fleet, Vice Admiral Yang.

The Fourth and Sixth Fleets, which were heavily damaged in the Battle of Asti Star Domain, were the main ones, and the remnants of the Second Fleet were also incorporated into Yang's Thirteenth Fleet. In other words, of the 10 fleets that make up the Allied Space Fleet, only the 1st and 11th fleets remain in the country.

In addition, the armored motorized infantry, the atmospheric air unit, the amphibious unit, the water unit, the cavalry unit and other independent units, collectively known as the Marine Corps, are also included in the establishment.

On the non-combatant side, the maximum number of non-combatants in each field was mobilized in terms of technology, engineering, supply, communications, control, maintenance, electronic intelligence, medical care, and livelihood.

The total number of mobilized people was 3,027,400. This is equivalent to mobilizing sixty percent of the forces of the All Free Planets Alliance. And this number is 0.23 percent of the total population of the Allies of 13 billion.

After a fierce quarrel, the expedition case was decided for political reasons.

First Class General Fafnier has also received his latest appointment: "First Class General Rudolf von Fafnier." The Seventeenth Fleet will be temporarily assigned to Field Marshal Reinhardt von Royenkram. First Class General Rudolf von Fafnier served as deputy commander of the operation. ”

"Hey?!I'm going to be the deputy commander of the Golden Retriever!.......... now I seem to have another chance to make money!" said Fafnir to his still confused subordinate and old friend, Lieutenant General Shotek Haute.

"Brigadier General Dales Midameier has something to report. ”

"Dales, wasn't he sent by us to Fraser to dispose of the spoils of this rebellion, and what happened?" asked Fafnier.

"Let him tell for himself. Come in!" Schuttchauhone said to the communicator.

"Your Excellency First Admiral Fafnir!" a fat man came in and saluted.

"Okay, let's stop talking nonsense, what's going on?"

"Your Excellency, this time I went to Fraser to deal with things, and some officers of the rebel army found us.........." Fat Dares said with a sinister eyebrow.

“..........”

“......”

"Holy! Is the alliance rotten? Actually started stealing and selling ordnance? Okay! We sell it too! Dareus! Keep this line! Even the intelligence will be sold to them!"

In front of Reinhardt were lined up the young admirals who belonged to his marshal's palace. And beside him, there stood a very boring-looking senior officer, the deputy commander, First Rank General Fafnier.

Gilfias, Midamaia, Rochenthal, Bidianfeldt, Rutz, Valle, Campo, and Oberstein. Reinhardt was convinced that this was the essence of the human resources of the Imperial Army. However, he still has to improve in terms of quality and quantity. It must be recognized by everyone that being hired by the Marshal's Office is a statement that is evaluated as a capable talent. This is already the case, but Reinhardt wants to take the status quo a step further.

"The Imperial Army Intelligence Department made the following report. ”

Reinhardt looked around the week, and the Admirals looked up attentively.

"Some time ago, border traitors claiming to be the Free Planets Alliance succeeded in seizing the Empire's outpost, Iseron Fortress. This is known to all the ministers, and since then, the traitors have amassed a large number of troops in Iserlon. According to conservative estimates, there are about 200,000 ships and 30 million soldiers. ”

There was a "ho ......" sound among the admirals. Everyone's eyes lit up, it was the desire of a warrior to be able to command and command a large army, although it was an enemy, but its scale could not but be admired.

The meaning is clear. In other words, the traitors are about to launch an all-out offensive against the borders of our empire. ”

Reinhardt's eyes seemed to burn with flames.

"In order to deal with the most serious military threat in the history of the Galactic Empire, the State Secretary sent a message that I would be fully responsible for the defense and attack. There will be a formal order in about two days. This is the highest honor of the samurai. I look forward to the performance of the secretaries at that time. ”

After he said this in a serious tone, a smile suddenly appeared on his face. It was an energetic and domineering smile with an indescribable intimidating charm. By no means the innocent and transparent smile that only blooms in front of Anne Roger and Gilfias.

"In short, the rest of the troops are decorations of the palace and cannot be relied on at all. This is a great opportunity for promotion and awards. ”

The Admirals laughed too. They share the same antipathy to the archigate nobles who covet status and privilege. Reinhardt didn't hire them just for their talents.

"Next, I would like to discuss with the secretaries. Where are we going to meet the enemy?......

Midamaia and Bithenfeldt made the same point. The rebels would certainly invade through the Iseron Corridor, so how about attacking them head-on when they left the corridor and entered the territory of the Empire? It would be easier and more advantageous to fight by estimating the specific points ......where the enemy would appear, attacking his forward forces, and exploring semi-encirclement tactics.

"No ......"

Reinhardt shook his head. Launching an attack from the cosmic point from the cloister into the Imperial Realm must have been expected by the enemy. The Striker Group is equipped with elite and should not be bumped into it. And when attacked, most of the enemy's remaining forces will not leave the corridor, and we will no longer be able to attack.

"You should lure the enemy into the depths. ”

"It's really a ** strategy....... but okay, Your Excellency Royankram, you are the head, whatever you want. Admiral Fafnir said in a completely flirtatious tone, meeting the glaring glares of the Admirals below......

Reinhardt recounted his opinion. After a short discussion, the Admirals agreed.

"Hey, hey, I reserve my opinion. Count Long said.

"Get out of here!" Reinhardt finally couldn't help but get angry.

"Ah! I'm sorry for Your Excellency Marshal. The subordinate is the deputy commander, and according to the regulations, you have no right to drive me out of the city.........." Reinhardt finally resisted the idea of ordering his subordinates to beat up this hooligan, ignoring this hooligan and continued.

Draw the enemy deep into the Empire's realm and counterattack with all your might when their battle lines and supply lines reach the point of extension. For the side that is attacking, it can be said to be a winning tactic.

"It's time-consuming!"

Midamayah said this. Anyone could have considered him a short, stocksome young officer. He has uncombed honey-colored hair and gray eyes.

Since the traitors of the Allied forces have claimed this military operation as an unprecedented feat, they must have done everything possible in terms of lineup, equipment, and supplies. Midamaia's "time-consuming" thought was a matter of course, but Reinhardt looked around at his admirals with confidence.

"No, it won't take long. Probably less than 50 days will be enough! Oberstein, you can explain the basic combat strategy. ”

The half-white-haired staff member stepped forward and began to give a brief account of the battle, and as the explanation deepened and unfolded, the admirals looked at each other, and a breath of astonishment spread silently among them.

The only dissonance was the sneer and muttering of Admiral Fafnier, "Did your math teacher teach you?" but he had no intention of reminding these "fools" who felt good about themselves, "It seems that the protagonist's brainless aura ignores friend and foe......... The math and strategy of these guys immediately regressed to kindergarten level. But... This kind of legal robbery, and the good thing of the fool Golden Retriever carrying the black pot for Lao Tzu will come a few more times!"

On August 22, 796 A.D., the Imperial Realm Expeditionary Force of the Free Planetary Alliance established its headquarters in the fortress of Iserlon. Before and after it, a huge fleet of 30 million soldiers lined up in a neat column, and set off from the capital city of Heinisen and its surrounding star fields for several days, embarking on the road of expedition.