StarCraft: Tyranid Empire.

Augustus visited many of the Cerberus manufacturing plants with interest until late at night.Born out of the morbidly deformed ambition and whimsy of humanity, Project Cerberus is a daring combination of neon steel and dripping flesh, an eye-opener for anyone who has seen it firsthand.

The greatest value of the Cerberus Zerg lies in its ability to reduce the loss of human soldiers. Therefore, the most reasonable tactic is to release the Cerberus Zerg to consume the enemy's strength first, and then send the regular imperial army to clean up the mess.

And Cerberus components can also be recycled, which can greatly reduce costs.

Compared to another parallel project of the empire, the Mimetic Mechanical Bug Swarm Project, the current Cerberus Project is obviously more cost-effective.

And the shortcomings of this project are also obvious. Once the mechanical nerve modification fails, these zerg may turn their guns to deal with their own people.As such, Cerberus does not usually fight alongside Imperial forces.

It's not just about transforming the Zerg, the Cerberus Project's old business has not been left behind, and they are also simultaneously launching projects related to human body modification.Combined with the experience gained from countless zerg experiments, this project has also made breakthroughs.

For the Tyranid humans, mechanical prosthetics are nothing new, and their ancestors were expelled from the earth because of this.State-of-the-art prosthetics can already be made to be just like the originals and have more strength, but they are expensive.

In the field of cybernetics and mechanical nerves, Protoss undoubtedly took the lead in human beings several centuries ago, and the dragon knight mecha is the proof.Protoss technology is based on the fact that they are psychic beings, and humans have almost nowhere to go in this regard.

Of course, nothing is absolute.

During the War of Aiur, the Terran Revolutionary Army acquired many Protoss Dragoon mechas from their enemy, the Protoss Empire's Arbiter faction.This gave imperial scientists an excellent sample to study the communication and control technology between living organisms and machines. With just a little knowledge, research in the field of cybernetics could advance by leaps and bounds.

This technology was then applied to the servo system and airborne tactile feedback module of the Tyranid Empire mecha, making the mecha truly a part of the driver's body, ranging from the T-280 engineering vehicle to the Thorn.

In Cerberus' engineering madness and genius, there is also a human dragon knight, but it doesn't have much practical value.For human beings, the cold mecha is just a sad coffin.

Humans are not protoss, they don't fight for glory.

The Cerberus project's military mechanical implants are almost comparable to those of the protoss. At present, the Cerberus prosthetics have changed the fate of thousands of Tyrannian soldiers who were disabled due to injuries. There are no downsides.

The application of cybernetics has brought about new technological innovations. Humans can even take the initiative to replace their own limbs, transforming them into mechanical limbs that will not get sick or hurt, or even press cannons on their bodies.

Dr. Sabsolian is trying his best to show the results of the Cerberus Project in front of the Emperor of the Empire. If he can win the Emperor's appreciation, not only him, but all the members of the Cerberus Project present will be deeply impressed. pride.

What made them even more happy was that at the end of the trip, the emperor encouraged all the staff of the Cerberus Project to work hard, saying that their outstanding contributions to the empire will surely be remembered by the world in the future.Although only a few words, but indeed inspiring.

Most importantly, winning the funding approval for the next year of the Cerberus Project must be a sure thing.

Before that, however, Sabsolian knew he had to find ways to satisfy the fastidious emperor.

"How are you going to transform this worm queen?" Before leaving Maguro Island, where the Cerberus Project was located, Augustus had to ask Sabsolian one thing.

"Tell me about it."

At this time, the queen Zagara brought by Augustus from Korha was being sent into the loading hatch of the Cerberus heavy factory.This well-behaved queen worm obviously didn't know what she was about to face, and looked around.The reason why she was a little restless was because of the uneasiness of the queen leaving the nest and the strong maternal instinct.

The queen's genes are designed to be the guardians of the nest, and they are really as difficult to deal with as the female crocodiles guarding the nest. If the enemy wants to threaten the eggs, they will definitely anger these violent mothers.

"That's right, as a high-ranking servant, she is really too stupid." Cerebral Worm α also nodded: "I wouldn't be surprised if she was sold out one day."

"Queens evolved on the basis of queens. Although they have the ability to think independently and solve complex problems, they are not flexible enough to deal with single-board problems. This advanced zerg species lacks the ability to predict the future, that is to say They don't make long-term plans for the long-term future of the group." Dr. Sabsolian said to Augustus: "And this is the ability of brain worms."

"I think the meaning of the birth of the Queen of Worms is to become a commander on the local battlefield, rather than a marshal who strategizes. It is conceivable that the Queen of Worms is only a position below the brain worms in the power pyramid of the worm swarm, not a A role that will surely be replaced in the future.”

"Their functions are more specific and single, lacking independence, and unable to rule a super-large swarm like Jormungandr. For the swarm, individuals must submit to the absolute rule of the leader. That is to say, the queen must not Threatening the dominance of the cerebrates."

"Using the human model as an analogy, the swarm is still a 'paternal' governance structure of masters and brain worms, rather than a 'matriarchal' society where queens come from behind." (In StarCraft, the Queen of Blades refers to the master as Father)

"I've never heard of a worm queen being able to rule a group. As long as I'm still alive, this kind of thing won't happen." The cerebrate looked complacent and kept setting FLAG.It has always been very confident in its own intelligence.So far, it has only deflated on one person.

"The structure of the brain tissue has determined that this kind of creature will not be too smart. Unfortunately, I only have a brain left in my whole body," it said.

"According to your request, we will carry out limited transformation." Sabsolian glanced at the extremely proud Cerebral Worm: "Including artificial expansion of its brain, adding an external mechanical computer brain to increase its computing power."

"Is this technology useful to humans as well?" asked Augustus.

"That's right, Duke needs him right after he was kicked in the head by a donkey," said Cerebral Worm.

"Your Majesty, experiments on living humans have long been banned, and no one wants others to tamper with their own brains." Sabsolian is a principled scientist.

"I think it's just because you guys don't have that kind of assurance." Augustus didn't ask any more, after all, he already had enough brains, but he was afraid that those idiot officials would have no brains.

The self-healing ability of the Zerg is quite amazing. Although they also have the chance of being infected with diseases, they can basically survive the cruel transformation of the Cerberus Project.

"That's it. I hope I can see the Cerberus swarm showing their prowess on the battlefield in the near future." Augustus looked at his watch, called Faraday, and prepared to leave Maguro Island.

It is now late at night, but the energetic Augustus did not feel tired at all. He finally said to Sabsolian: "After 48 standard earth time, the naval base of Chiron (Chiron) will send a powerful God's transport fleet is transporting the Cerberus swarm, and someone will contact you when the time comes."

"Yes, Your Majesty." Sabsolian said immediately, "There will never be any mistakes in this matter."

"Dr. Sabsolian, as long as you do your duty, the empire will not treat any meritorious officials badly." Augustus's tone was gentler, and his expression was no longer as cold as before: "Now you have to remain anonymous , but the merits will surely leave a name in history."

Once they set foot on Maguro Island, these scientists can never leave until the day when the Cerberus plan is truly made public.

Sabsolian sighed and did not speak.His family was dead long before the first Zerg invasion war, and there was nothing left to worry about.After that, Sabsolian devoted himself to his work until he joined the Cerberus Project.

There's nothing wrong with Maguro other than being isolated from the world.Here is on the verge of a beautiful ocean, with four distinct seasons and a regular climate, which is very suitable for human survival.And in terms of biodiversity, it's literally Darwin's other Galapagos.

Maguro is suitable for those who are obsessed with scientific research, with the most advanced research equipment and the best team.In the Tyrannian Empire, scientists and soldiers are the most respected professions.

But once you step here, there is no chance of regret.

The Cerberus Project is different from other projects. Its members must come into contact with the Zerg, and there are certain dangers.While the number is dwindling, every year Cerberus Engineering interns are killed in various accidents.

But without exception, people who come here think their work is valuable.

"α, as I promised, now the Cerberus swarm is yours, and I even prepared a queen adjutant for you." Augustus was somewhat reluctant.

According to the plan, the royal cerebrates will follow the Cerberus swarm to the battlefield to support the front line.The current situation is very unfavorable to the Tyrannian Empire, and the scale of the war has already surpassed the first full-scale war.

If the Cerberus swarm can reduce the casualties of the Imperial soldiers, Augustus will use it.

This brain worm has been raised for seven or eight years now, and even a dog has developed feelings.

But feelings belong to feelings, as to whether it will turn against the water without leaving Keha, this is also a consideration. For this reason, Augustus also arranged seven or eight dark templar warriors to protect secretly.

At the same time, this is also a test.If Cerebral Worm α is indeed an independent individual out of the master's control, then it will no longer be willingly controlled by the master.

"This lieutenant is not very smart, but it doesn't matter, I will find a new one in the future." Cerebral Worm said: "Maybe Carlos will have such a collection."

"As long as it doesn't harm humans, you can do whatever you want." Augustus reminded him, "Remember this."

"After leaving Korhal, wherever you are, I'll keep an eye on you."

"I will miss you." The cerebrate tried to squeeze out a few tears.

But the Zerg never shed tears, and even pretended to be sad.But cerebrates do have emotions, and the most obvious emotion is anger, and anger means bloody killing and destruction.

When Augustus told Cerebral Worm that he wanted it to go to the front line, this guy hesitated and asked him if there was a stable supply of happy water there.

"You have grown up." Augustus said earnestly, "It's time to contribute to the empire."

"I have always regarded you as my son."

"You took advantage of me." Cerebral Worm looked at Augustus.

"What do you think it is?" the emperor scolded mercilessly, covering his head and face: "Some say I raised a gluttonous maggot, and some say you are just an overgrown larva of the keha moth."

"But I know very clearly that not only will you not be able to become a butterfly in the future, you will not even be able to become a fly."

"Dog Emperor, you bully people too much!" Cerebral Worm confirmed that he had indeed been insulted, and it was taken down by the Royal Guard just as it was about to attack.Apparently, the royal guards have long been familiar with it.

"Don't stop me! Don't hold me! I'm going to kill my father today!"

"But you still have hope." Augustus stabbed the brain worm first, and then comforted it:

"As long as you kill the master and all the cerebrates, you will be the new master."

"You! You are right." The brain worm's anger disappeared in an instant, and it nodded slightly: "You are so vicious, but I like it."

"For you, using humans and protoss to solve all potential enemies is the best way. Moreover, only we can protect you from the slavery of the Overlord and Amon." Augustus said: "Maybe you are not afraid of the Overlord , but more afraid of Amon."

"That's why you're doing your best now," he said.
"When you control the killing with a knife to eliminate dissidents and truly control the swarm, you will immediately throw your allies aside."

"You treat me like a fool. Eating dirt in the wilderness is not as comfortable as eating and drinking for nothing in the palace." Cerebral Worm was obviously surprised, and almost said that he couldn't think of leaving here.

Augustus's speculation is not accurate, or this is just the brain worm's previous thinking.He thought that the cerebrate was still aggressive, but in fact, he had already laid down.

All in all, this cerebrate has no loyalty to the Tyrannian Empire, but it knows the reason why it is good to enjoy the shade under the big tree.It's more about taking Sarah Kerrigan as the master, eating and drinking with the flow.

There was a time when cerebrates really wanted to be masters, and nameless cerebrates always wanted to make a name for themselves.

But the position of master is not easy to sit in, because there will always be a group of protoss jumping out to die together.As the master, you sit on the train, eat hot pot and sing, and if you fail, you run into the scene of a car accident.

At this moment, the delivery hatch of the Cerberus Heavy Factory opened again, and the bug queen Zagara walked out from inside.This is just another inspection, the real makeover is yet to come.

As soon as he came out, Zagara complained: "Your Majesty, they hurt me."