In the Star Alliance Star Region, ahead of Ward 1 Defense Line.
"It's about time."
General Kislyov put down his cup, staring at the star map before him. According to the message from the Tribunal, today marked the day the Reaper fleet would reach the human star territory.
Putting his cup down and looking at the pale face of his adjutant beside him, Kislyov chuckled.
"Why, are you nervous?"
"Of course, sir, those are the Reapers..."
The adjutant swallowed and nodded emphatically. Until now, they hadn't encountered the Reapers, but the images of the Tuggy and other races being attacked by the Reapers had been broadcasted to thousands of homes in the Star Alliance. They had seen how those terrifying warships broke through the defense of the Divine Fort Species and easily destroyed an entire planet.
Thinking of the upcoming battle against such enemies, almost everyone felt the weight of pressure.
"Don't worry, haven't we already prepared for this? Besides, the Tribunal is here."