Chapter 1374: Unified Technology, Unified Manufacturing
Chapter 1374: Chapter 1374: Unified Technology, Unified Manufacturing
“So, how can we accelerate the development of our technology to the greatest extent and assemble a sufficiently powerful force to counter Douluo Federation Fleet in the shortest possible time? We have discussed this issue extensively and finally formulated a very feasible plan, which we now submit for deliberation at this symposium.”
“To save time, I will now directly introduce this plan to everyone. Please consider it carefully, representatives of various clans.”
The moment of drama has arrived. Both Lan Xuanyu and Bai Xiuxiu listened with utmost attentiveness, fully aware that the decisions made regarding the future development of the Dragon Horse Galaxy would also determine how the Douluo Federation must respond.
The Sky Horse Sect Leader paused slightly, and everyone focused intently, waiting for his announcement. This was the most critical matter of the entire exchange conference; compared to this, matters such as the future Newcomer Challenge were insignificant.
The leaders and representatives of the other eight major clans in the inner circle also turned their attention to the Sky Horse Sect Leader. Although they generally knew what was about to be revealed, announcing it in front of the representatives of all clans would make the situation different—there would be no turning back, and everyone had to choose whether to support or oppose.
The Sky Horse Sect Leader spoke in a deep voice, “To better counter the Douluo Federation and strengthen the Dragon Horse Galaxy, after discussions conducted by the Sky Dragon Clan and Sky Horse Clan, we propose the following suggestions. First, regarding technological research and development: if individual clans conduct research independently, it will inevitably affect the pace of our technological advancement. Each clan has unique strengths and specialties. For instance, the Sky Domination Clan excels in space technology, while the Monocle Rubber Clan specializes in transformation and defense. How can we fully leverage the strengths of each clan? We hope that, for the future of the galaxy, our scientists will unite and collaborate to research the latest technologies. These innovations will be shared universally to benefit all clans across the galaxy, thus rapidly elevating our technological capabilities to counter the Douluo Federation.”
Joint research and development! This was the first suggestion proposed by the Sky Horse Sect Leader. As he mentioned, each clan in the Dragon Horse Galaxy had unique specialties, which may be complementary when it comes to scientific research. Leveraging their strengths while eliminating shortcomings was already a key element of technological advancement. Integrating existing technologies and conducting joint experimentation could quickly elevate the technological standard of the entire Dragon Horse Galaxy to a new level.
Of course, this approach came with problems—the biggest issue being that the specialties of each major clan were their most guarded secrets. Expecting everyone to disclose these secrets openly and completely was no small task.
Thus, when the Sky Horse Sect Leader voiced this proposal, the representatives of various clans present reacted with visible emotional fluctuations, and a cacophony of discussion soon followed.
Unquestionably, this suggestion was beneficial for the galaxy as a whole, but for individual clans? That was a different matter entirely.
The Sky Horse Sect Leader continued, “Silence.”
Just two simple words, spoken gently, reverberated across the room, pacifying everyone’s divine consciousness and forcibly suppressing their emotional turmoil.
“The discussion will come later; allow me to present our two clans’ remaining proposals first,” he said indifferently.
His overwhelming aura instantly dominated the venue, causing the grand conference hall to return to silence. This was the authority that came with absolute strength.
In the Dragon Horse Galaxy, only absolute power could subdue all opposition in critical moments.
The Sky Horse Sect Leader continued, “In our view, joint research and development is imperative. Without advanced scientific support, the abundance of resources we have cannot be effectively utilized. When can we reach the technological level of the Douluo Federation? I believe that with unified effort from all clans, it won’t be an impossible goal.”
“Allow me to present the second suggestion. The second suggestion involves converting research outcomes into productive capabilities.” His gaze swept sharply across the assembly. “The primary purpose of scientific research is not to improve civilian life but to enhance combat power. With overwhelming combat strength, we can both conquer externally and safeguard internally. Warship development is the cornerstone of all technological research. But think about this: currently, how many types of warships does our Dragon Horse Galaxy have? Almost every clan produces warships tailored to their own needs, developed and manufactured using their own technologies. Such warships inevitably have severe limitations.”
“In times of war, warships from various clans cannot be centrally coordinated and are forced to operate independently. Each clan’s warships have different strengths and weaknesses, and no commander—not even the Sky Dragon Leader or I—can fully coordinate all warships. This is the most critical reason for our failures in wartime. Thus, our second suggestion is to consolidate resources from all clans and build unified warships based on collectively developed research. Like the Douluo Federation, we would manufacture standardized warships with immense power, creating a fleet unique to the Dragon Horse Galaxy.”
Following these words, the hall erupted into even greater uproar. The emotional reactions of the clan representatives were noticeably stronger compared to the previous discussion.
How could it not be? The suggestion put forth by the Sky Horse Sect Leader was groundbreaking and shocking.
Unified technology was already making many clans uneasy, as their technological prowess was considered proprietary and highly valued. Compared to that, joint warship manufacturing was an entirely different matter. This proposal demanded resource contributions and significant sacrifices from all clans. But who would own the warships once completed? Undoubtedly, they would belong to the most powerful clans—the Sky Dragon Clan and Sky Horse Clan! How could other clans willingly accept this? Especially the top-ranking clans in the Dragon Horse Galaxy, which were self-sufficient and independent. While the Sky Dragon Planet and Sky Horse Planet held leadership roles, the various clans operated autonomously without centralized governance. They enjoyed considerable freedom. If technology and warship manufacturing were unified, could this freedom continue to exist?
The noisy discussion reflected the complex emotions brewing in the hall. This time, the Sky Horse Sect Leader did not intervene to halt the debate. Completely suppressing discussions was clearly unfeasible. Issues needed to be allowed to ferment before agreements could be reached.
Lan Xuanyu continued listening to everything the Sky Horse Sect Leader said. He couldn’t help but feel deeply shaken.
Undeniably, the two suggestions proposed by the Sky Horse Sect Leader disrupted the interests of all clans across the Dragon Horse Galaxy. Yet, from a long-term perspective, these ideas paved a shortcut for the galaxy’s development. If the galaxy’s technologies and resources could truly be unified, it might take only a few short years before they could build a formidable fleet—one that even the Douluo Federation would tremble before. Combined with the galaxy’s many top-tier warriors, they could truly become an invincible force that the Douluo Federation would struggle to match! Regarding resources, the Douluo Federation was undoubtedly inferior to the Dragon Horse Galaxy.
But could the Sky Horse Sect Leader really succeed? Lan Xuanyu remained skeptical. It seemed unlikely.
Judging from the current situation, success appeared extremely difficult. The Dragon Horse Galaxy was simply too fragmented, with numerous powerful clans. Convincing them all to contribute resources was an almost insurmountable challenge. Who would willingly relinquish their strength?
The interests at stake were simply too immense. Only by wielding overwhelming power could such a plan even hope to be realized; without it, achieving these goals would be an incredibly arduous task.