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Chapter 255 The Dark Eldar's Attack

The Dark Eldar's fury swept in like a storm. Vickers Blackblade's death had thoroughly enraged their high command, and this time, they dispatched their main force, determined to annihilate the Space Marines. This Dark Eldar force comprised not only their most elite warriors but also formidable firepower support, from dark matter cannons to poison blade assault teams—all demonstrating their resolve.

Faced with such a severe threat, Titus once again summoned the leaders of various factions—Eric "Redmane" of the Wolf Pack, Karl Bloodblade of the Blood Knights, Russell of Kashezin, and Celestine of the Black Rose Sisters. This time, although the atmosphere at the meeting remained tense, everyone understood that internal strife would only worsen the situation in the face of such a powerful enemy.

Titus stood at the tactical table, his gaze sweeping over everyone present, and said in a deep voice, "The main force of the Dark Eldar is approaching, and their objective is clear—to utterly destroy us. We must unite to survive this battle."

Eric leaned against the wall, arms crossed, a faint smile on his lips: "Titus, you're right. However, I hope this time the tactics can be a bit more innovative, instead of always making our Wolves the cannon fodder."

Karl Bloodblade sneered and replied, "Eric, isn't your Wolf Pack the most fond of charging into battle? What, are you scared this time?"

Eric shrugged and chuckled, "Scared? No, I just don't want to waste our strength. After all, the real battle is yet to come."

Russell, standing to the side, coldly interjected, "Enough. This isn't the time for arguing. We need a practical plan."

Celestine nodded, her tone calm yet firm: "The Dark Eldar's firepower will be extremely strong, and we must use the terrain and tactics to offset their advantage. I suggest we set traps and ambush points around the outpost to lure them into our encirclement."

Titus nodded in agreement, “The nun is right. We can use the terrain of the stronghold to set up multiple lines of defense. The first line of defense will be handled by the Wolf Pack and the Blood Knights. Use your melee advantage to delay their attack as much as possible. The second line of defense will be handled by Kashejin and the Sisters. Use ranged firepower and traps to weaken their strength.”

Eric raised an eyebrow and chuckled, "Sounds good. However, I hope the first line of defense isn't just comprised of our Wolf Pack and Blood Knights. Titus, aren't you Death Watchers planning to join the battle?"

Titus coldly replied, "Deathwatch will strike at the crucial moment and deliver the fatal blow to the enemy. Our mission is to ensure victory in the battle, not to act rashly."

Karl Bloodblade nodded, a hint of fighting spirit in his voice: "Alright, it's settled then. We Blood Knights will fight alongside the Wolf Pack on the first line of defense and will never allow the Dark Eldar to break through easily."

Russell and Celestine exchanged a glance, then said, "We will ensure the stability of the second line of defense. No matter how strong the Dark Eldar's firepower is, they will not be able to break through our defenses."

Following the meeting, the leaders of each faction swiftly sprang into action, deploying their forces according to plan. The Wolf Pack and Blood Knights warriors stood ready at the first line of defense, their eyes burning with battle lust, their weapons gleaming coldly. Meanwhile, the warriors of Kashejin and the Sisters' Order set up traps and firing positions at the second line of defense, prepared to deliver a fatal blow to the enemy.

Titus stood atop the highest point of the stronghold, overlooking the entire battlefield. A hint of solemnity crossed his eyes as he murmured, "This time, we must win."

As night fell, the Dark Eldar forces finally appeared on the outskirts of their stronghold. Their figures moved through the darkness like ghosts, their weapons gleaming with a deadly light. Battle was imminent.

Eric stood in the center of the first line of defense, his battle axe gleaming coldly. He laughed and said to Karl beside him, "Ready, madman? Let's teach these Dark Eldar a lesson!"

Karl Bloodblade sneered and replied, "Don't hold me back, barbarian."

Meanwhile, Kashejin and the Sisters' warriors stood ready at the second line of defense. Their ranged fire and traps quickly took effect, and the Dark Eldar forces suffered heavy losses in the charge.

Titus stood at the highest point of the stronghold, calmly directing the battle.

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The battle commenced with a relentless barrage of heavy Eldar fire. Artillery fire rained down like a storm, instantly engulfing the outer defenses of the outpost in flames and smoke. The shockwaves of the explosions shook the earth, filling the air with the stench of gunpowder and scorched earth. The Space Marines' lines suffered heavy losses in the initial minutes; many fell to the barrage, but the Wolf Pack and Blood Knights remained steadfast.

Eric stood in the center of the defensive line, his power armor riddled with bullet holes, but he didn't care. He laughed and said to Karl Bloodblade beside him, "This firepower is only enough to give me a shower! Is this all the Dark Eldar can do?"

Karl Bloodblade sneered, brandishing his Heat-Capacity Battle Axe, and replied, "Just a tickle. Looks like they haven't seen a real battle yet."

Their lighthearted conversation sounded particularly jarring amidst the gunfire, but their words inspired the warriors around them. The Wolf Pack and Blood Knights showed no sign of retreat; their eyes burned with fighting spirit, their weapons gripped tightly, ready for the battle to come.

However, the Eldar's offensive did not cease. The artillery fire had barely stopped when their war machines burst forth from the smoke and dust. Massive dark matter tanks and poison blade assault teams rolled in like steel behemoths, followed closely by Eldar warriors, their poison blades and dark matter weapons gleaming with deadly cold light.

Eric's gaze sharpened. He gripped his battle axe tightly and roared, "Wolf Pack warriors, prepare to fight! Let them see our fangs!"

Karl Bloodblade raised his battle axe, his battle cry like the roar of a wild beast: "Blood Knights, charge! For the Emperor!"

The warriors clashed instantly, and the battle entered a brutal melee phase. The Wolf Pack warriors were like wild beasts, their battle axes and chainswords swirling like whirlwinds, each strike carrying devastating power. The Blood Knight warriors, on the other hand, were like crazed killing machines, their thermoelectric battle axes and power swords drawing deadly arcs across the battlefield.

Eric and Karl Bloodblade fought side by side, their fighting styles vastly different, yet their coordination was seamless. Eric's battle axe swung with ferocious power with every swing, while Karl's Heat-Capacity Battle Axe was precise and deadly. Their figures darted across the battlefield, and wherever they went, Eldar warriors fell.

However, the Dark Eldar's war machines were no easy enemy. The Dark Matter Tank fire continued to rage, while the Poison Blade Commandos used their speed and agility to launch constant attacks from the flanks. Cracks began to appear in the Space Marines' defenses, and the battle reached its climax.

Titus stood atop the highest point of the stronghold, calmly observing the battlefield. He knew action was urgent, or the defensive line would collapse. He issued the order via communicator: "Death Watch, attack! Target—Dark Matter Tank!"

The Deathwatch warriors moved swiftly, their figures darting across the battlefield like ghosts, their explosive guns and plasma weapons precisely striking the dark matter tank's weak points. With several massive explosions, the dark matter tank was finally destroyed, significantly easing the pressure on the battlefield.

Russell and Celestine also played a crucial role in the second line of defense. Kashejin's ranged firepower and the Sisters' traps quickly weakened the Eldar offensive, and the enemy's charge gradually slowed down.

The battle raged for hours, with both sides suffering heavy losses. But the Space Marines held their ground, their will as unyielding as steel. The fight between Erik and Karl Bloodblade continued, their figures like two insurmountable mountains on the battlefield, halting the Eldar's advance.

Eventually, the Eldar offensive began to weaken, and their forces gradually crumbled under the fierce resistance of the Space Marines. The tide of battle began to turn in favor of the Space Marines.

Eric stood on the battlefield, covered in blood, but his eyes still burned with fighting spirit. He laughed and said to Karl, "It seems the Dark Eldar's 'tickling' is over."

Karl Bloodblade sneered and replied, "No, this is just the beginning. The real battle is yet to come."

Titus stood at the highest point of the stronghold, overlooking the entire battlefield. His gaze was solemn as he murmured, "The price of arrogance has been paid. The battle to come will be a fight to the death."