Although the Federal standard mechs number as many as thirty-six generations, the core engine is only up to the twelfth generation. The twelfth-generation engine is the latest and most powerful core engine of the Federation, and currently, only ace mech pilots and some special-grade mech warriors have mechs capable of accommodating this engine.When Jixinghe designed the "Old Man's Joy" mecha, he had said that without the twelfth-generation core engine, "Old Man's Joy" could never truly be completed.The most crucial component of a mech is its core engine. The weakest point of "Xingyue" is also its core engine, which comes from a discarded engine of an Empire mech. After repair, its performance parameters are equivalent to the Federation's outdated fifth-generation engine.“Why won’t they change it?” Su He voiced his dissatisfaction even before Jixinghe could. “To take down nine Empire mechs single-handedly—if it weren’t for Jixinghe, who knows how many would have died… cough, and Jix

The Sixth Base didn’t have the 12th-generation core engine, which was one of the reasons Jixinghe couldn’t upgrade. However, the 11th-generation engine was available. Since the 27th-generation Federation standard mecha, all mechas have been equipped with this engine. Among the 50,000 mechas currently active on alien planets, more than 20,000 are the new models that include the 27th-generation standard mecha.The previous 26th-generation standard mecha is no longer in production but is still in use, much like how many discontinued cars still run on the road. The problem is not only its outdated performance but also the cost of replacement; if it works, it will be used, and it must be used.Some first-tier and special-grade mecha warriors who are skilled with previous-generation mechas may also upgrade their mechas by replacing engines and associated components with more advanced ones. Only non-professional mecha warriors like Jixinghe, who do not have dedicated mechas, or mecha warrior

Jing Rong Xinyue wasn’t short; her height of 1.27 meters was significantly above the average height of a six-year-old girl, which is about 1.16 meters. Considering she had just celebrated her fifth birthday, her growth was quite impressive. However, this wasn’t necessarily a good thing.Born in a low-gravity environment, her bone density was lower than normal. The difference wasn’t drastic, and human genetic strength doesn’t change fundamentally from one generation to the next, but the impact was not limited to bone density alone.Muscle development, including the heart, was also affected, with the most severe issues being related to the heart. As the first generation born on an alien planet, children like Jing Rong Xinyue had heart problems due to their genetic makeup. Their bodies did not exhibit noticeable changes in fluid pressure or blood supply needs, so their hearts often experienced about a 10% enlargement in low gravity. Regardless of whether they returned to Blue Star or not

Colonel Chen Xun, Instructor Li, Su Chuan Yun, and Andre had all left. The people that Ji Xinghe had gradually become familiar with were all gone. This was perhaps a form of punishment, but more likely it was just normal personnel movement.Compared to the blockade line and military camps, life at the base was much more comfortable. People living on alien planets needed short periods of ease, but it was impossible to have everyone stationed at the base. Especially for mecha warriors, some needed to fight, some needed to rest; a balance had to be struck.“Don’t worry too much. Because of your situation, if any accidents occur, both you and Xinxin will be evacuated immediately.”This was a message sent to Ji Xinghe by Colonel Chen Xun when he left Base Six. Chen must have heard from Instructor Li that Ji Xinghe wanted to obtain a pilot's license for a single-soldier starship. With his way of thinking, it was easy for him to deduce what Ji Xinghe was planning.Ji Xinghe expressed his gra

An LX-21 armored vehicle was towed into the operation area managed by Ji Xinghe. Unlike other operation areas, his was empty except for him. Some thought he was slacking off due to dissatisfaction with his work arrangement, but in fact, he was simply trying to save money.“The special instructor in the training area earns thirty thousand contribution points a month, basic auto repair salary is ten thousand contribution points a month, and completing basic tasks in a standalone operation area earns twenty thousand contribution points a month, with additional task contribution points calculated separately…”Ji Xinghe began his repair work while mentally calculating the figures. His salary had increased in the training area, as he was now not only a top-notch expert but also a Level 1 Mecha Warrior with twelve gold stars. The salary for other duties also exceeded the normal level, serving as compensation for his transfer to the regular repair zone.From a certain perspective, Ji Xinghe w