The apocalypse struck, and I became a druid.

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"From this day forward, the Azure Cloud Sky Knights Order is officially established!"

In order to deal with the possible arrival of water ghosts, everyone agreed that it was necessary to establish a multi-functional aerial reconnaissance unit.

The extraordinary bees have been getting along well with humans lately and have established a certain friendship with them.

Therefore, after discussion between Han Ning and several queen bees, it was decided to form an aerial knight order consisting of extraordinary bees and human knights.

He raised his hand and pointed to the blue swarm of bees emanating a chilling aura in the air: "Crystal Bee Clan, responsible for reconnaissance and raids. Your main task is reconnaissance, like radar, clearly transmitting intelligence back to the enemy."

"Om~"

Blue Crystal led the crystal worker bees, which emitted a unified buzzing sound. On their backs rode carefully selected agile awakened individuals, each equipped with a specially made short crossbow, explosive talismans, and water-spraying gourds.

Having just broken through to the Great Black Stone level, Xiao Yu, an expert in reconnaissance, was appointed as the team leader.

"The Treasure-Hunting Bee Clan is responsible for controlling the field and defense."

Han Ning turned to the swarm of bees that shimmered with golden light.

Xiao Ba's team of treasure-hunting worker bees are quite large, with an Awakened being riding on its back who is good at "stirring up trouble".

Most of them are awakened beings capable of unleashing ranged attacks, and these attacks come with special negative effects, such as mind control, defense, sonic attacks, and energy shields.

As the flanking escort team, they safeguard the safety of both flanks.

Yu Ge, also a Black Rock-level character with insect abilities, serves as the team leader.

On the other side, the most spectacular sight was the rock bee swarm led by Brown Rock.

These large, brownish-brown bees are carrying large, bulky creatures.

The warriors wielded specially made long-handled battle axes or spears, their blades gleaming with faint runic light.

Xu Ming, who broke through to the Iron level and was the only ordinary person at the Iron level, served as the team leader.

Xu Ming is also the only Iron-level member among the Knights' combat personnel.

"The Flower Bee Clan is responsible for support and healing."

The flower worker bees led by Green Stamen exuded a faint fragrance, and the knights on their backs were all awakened beings who possessed auxiliary or healing abilities.

The captain of the Flower Knights was recommended by President Wu and Lin Qianqian. She was a girl Han Ning rarely saw and had only heard of, named Lanxi.

She awakened healing abilities and is said to have a good relationship with some flower buds and bees. With the help of monster crystals, she also broke through to the Great Black Stone level.

Each bee has a device on its back that resembles a saddle and reins, making it easier for a rider to carry it.

It's worth mentioning that when selecting suitable candidates, the knight and the bee must have mutual affection for each other to be chosen.

Chapter 258 Pre-War Drills

Otherwise, given the proud nature of these extraordinary bees, they wouldn't allow just anyone to sit on them.

Han Ning himself was elected as the Grand Master of the Knights, while Xu Ming served as the Vice Grand Master.

In reality, Han Ning was just a figurehead; the actual tactical decisions were made jointly by Xu Ming and the other captains.

Because the Bee Knights were only recently formed.

There was a lack of coordination between the knight and the bee, and they even had difficulty performing basic flight maneuvers.

Not to mention more complex tactical coordination.

Therefore, we must seize the time to train.

Han Ning announced the establishment of the Bee Knights.

The group then began training intensively.

Dozens of figures of different colors swept across the sky outside the Biyun gathering area.

The Crystal Bee Knights, led by Blue Crystal, were the first to take off.

Under the instructions of Commander-in-Chief Xu Ming, they dispersed in a loose reconnaissance formation.

Led by Xiaoyu, the scout knights surveyed the area below with sharp eyes.

It continuously observes and locks onto the preset target below.

The bees beneath them emitted invisible mental fluctuations, like a large radar, sensing the surrounding environment.

"Om~"

Suddenly, a crystal bee sounded an alarm.

"Enemy is rapidly approaching from the left, in Zone 3!" Xiaoyu alerted the other knights in the vicinity through the Crystal Bee's mental network.

Almost the instant he finished speaking, the golden swarm of treasure-hunting bees stirred.

Xiao Ba's swarm of bees acted like a mobile barrier, blocking the path of the simulated enemy's attack.

It's worth mentioning that, despite being close to Han Ning, Xiao Ba is quite proud of everyone else.

After all, it was a high-level bee that was close to the Iron level.

It absolutely does not want other humans to sit on its back unless Han Ning requests it.

Therefore, it is the freest bee, always ready to assist its companions.

Yu Ge and the others simultaneously activated their abilities on a treasure-hunting bee, unleashing invisible mental interference ripples and solid air shields layer upon layer, protecting the knights behind them.

At the same time, their specially made crossbows were loaded and ready to fire.

The next second, more than a dozen high-speed streams of water shot out from the direction Xiaoyu had warned of, like missiles.

clap clap clap!

The water flow was disrupted by the knights' pre-planned tactics, turning into a spray of water mist.

These water rockets are either controlled by someone else to launch the water rockets at the melons.

Either they are water-type ability users of the Black Rock level who act as attackers, in coordination with training.

"Frontal assault, swarm attack!" Zhao Kai's rough voice rang out. He did not take off, but stood on a high platform on the ground, having been brought in to serve as the temporary commander of the exercise.

Xu Ming was the commander of the Bee Knights, while Zhao Kai was the commander of the entire exercise, responsible for arranging their combat team members who were lying in ambush on the ground, waiting for an opportunity to launch an attack on the Bee Knights.

Simulates a scenario of combat in the wild.

The Rock Armor Bee Knights, led by Xu Ming, responded immediately.

These large, brownish-brown bees fly with a low, buzzing sound, much like heavy fighter jets, as their wings flutter.

One by one, burly men clad in heavy armor and wielding runic battle axes and spears, riding heavy bees, began their descent.

Their mission is simple.

As long as they tear apart any enemies intercepted by the treasure-hunting swarm.

Xu Ming took the lead, his giant axe blazing with earthy yellow light, and with unparalleled momentum, he slashed down at a piece of wood below that was being manipulated by the Awakened One and was moving rapidly as a target.

boom!

Splinters of wood flew everywhere, and dust filled the air.

Meanwhile, Green Bud's swarm of flower bees, like a drifting veil, weaved through the gaps in the battlefield.

Lanxi and her team members' hands glowed with soft emerald green or milky white light, and streams of restorative energy were poured onto the rock-armored bee riders, or quickly replenished the stamina of the treasure-hunting bee riders who were casting defensive spells in front.

Their presence greatly enhanced the knights' ability to sustain combat.

Han Ning remained in the form of the Starry Osprey, quietly watching everyone's rehearsal.

Frankly, this kind of drill was rather rudimentary, and could even be described as completely unprofessional.

But there was really no other way; they lacked experience in air combat and could only proceed cautiously, feeling their way forward.

It's always better to have a rehearsal beforehand than to go into battle unprepared.

Just as Han Ning was observing and looking for shortcomings in the team.

Suddenly, a gentle spiritual fluctuation came from the forest not far away.

"Hello, favored by the will of nature."

Han Ning's mind stirred, and he recognized that this was the fluctuation of the treasure-hunting bee queen.

He quickly responded with his mental power: "Oh? Is there anything I can help you with, Queen Bee?"

“I have discussed this with several other beings, and this forest… can accommodate the humans you described.”

"The boundary is the outer edge of the bee colony's territory. They can set up camps and draw water, but they must not cross the designated boundary, disturb the bee colony, or damage the mushroom nursery and flower fields..."

"If they break their promise, the swarm will drive them away."

"This is a decision we made together."

The bee colony agreed...

Han Ning quickly responded:

"Thank you for the Queen Bee's generosity. In the name of the leader of the Azure Cloud Cluster, I guarantee that they will strictly abide by the agreement and will never disturb the lives of the bee clan. If anyone violates this agreement, I will handle it personally without the need for the bee colony to intervene."

"I wish you all the best." The queen bee's thoughts then receded like the tide.

After the communication was completed, Han Ning did not delay at all.

He lowered his altitude, returned to human form, landed on the ground, took the communicator from his waist, and pressed the button.

"Zzz... Flying Dragon, can you hear me? Flying Dragon!"

After a brief period of static, Feilong's hoarse and weary voice came from the other end of the communicator:

"Chief Han, I am here. Please speak."

The sound of wood being chopped can be heard intermittently in the background.

"You can come over now."

Han Ning spoke slowly, making sure the other person could hear him clearly.

"The bee colony agrees to allow you to establish a camp in their habitat, but with several conditions: you must not cross the boundaries they have drawn, you must not disturb any bee colony, and you must not damage the fungal fields and flower gardens there. These are the conditions you leave behind. Can you do it?"

There was a brief silence on the other end of the communicator, with only Feilong's noticeably heavier breathing audible.

"Thank you, Chief Han. We will certainly comply."