Azur Lane: The Tragic Admiral’s Azur Life

Chapter 1107 Partial Renovation and Convenient Choices

Scapa Flow anchorage, inside the dock.

The Royal Oak’s transformation was carried out extremely quickly because it only focused on improving certain performance features, so it took much less time.

However, there are many things that need to be modified to increase the speed, so Yang Sikang can only control the degree conservatively.

Soon, the hull of the dock was retracted, and then Royal Oak woke up. When she walked out, at first glance there seemed to be nothing different, but if you look closely, the changes are basically concentrated in her legs.

There are some dark gold patterns on the large white leg armor, and all the gold decorations are outlined by thin red lines.

The overall changes are not that big, but the sailing feet have become more modern.

In addition, in order to increase the speed of the Royal Oak, there are some changes to her power system and armor. In terms of appearance, the texture of her ship equipment has become better.

In general, this renovation will not have much impact on the Royal Oak. After all, Yang Sikang has not yet planned to carry out an overall renovation of it.

"How's it going, how's it going, Royal Oak?"

Yang Sikang walked over and asked with a smile. Royal Oak, who had been carefully checking his ship's equipment just now, came to his senses, turned around without thinking and bowed to Yang Sikang, almost hitting him with his head.

"Thank you very much, Commander!"

"Okay, let's test it first to see how fast and stable it is. If there are any problems, we can solve them now."

"Yes!"

Royal Oak ran out excitedly, but when she reached the door, she suddenly fell forward to the ground. However, she stood up immediately and continued to run forward.

George V and Howe looked over, Yang Sikang nodded, and they followed.

The Royals were also very concerned about this minor transformation of the Royal Oak, and a group of people quickly gathered at the edge of the practice field, which made the Royal Oak even more nervous.

“You’re doing the renovations on the Royal Oak so fast?”

"It's not a comprehensive transformation. It's just a change to the power system and external structure to increase her speed. Compared to the prototype ship, it's easy for the ship girl to transform these. After all, there's no need to worry too much about the internal problems of the hull."

"Although this is true, I always feel that your skills seem to have become even stronger."

"Haha, it would be troublesome if the technology kept getting worse, right? My fellow shipgirls and I have put so much energy and resources into research, so it's only natural that it can improve, right?"

"So, to what speed did you increase the Royal Oak?"

"It will probably be around 30 knots."

Yang Sikang said:

"After all, my fleet used to have this speed, and it's enough for the Royal Oak. I don't want to affect the overall transformation of the Royal Oak in the future, so this value is about right."

Elizabeth didn't ask any more questions and looked at the training ground.

The test went on very quickly. After the basic test was completed, when the exercise phase began to test the actual combat effectiveness, Yang Sikang had already obtained the previous test data.

"The average speed is maintained at around 29.8 knots. Aren't you a little too precise?"

Elizabeth looked at the data with emotion, and Yang Sikang smiled:

"After all, I made the plan and prepared it myself, so I must be aware of the specific effects. Otherwise, wouldn't it be irresponsible?"

On the training ground, Royal Oak, who had become accustomed to his own speed, had completely forgotten about his nervousness and was conducting drills with the rest of the Cavaliers, testing out the actions that might be required in different situations.

In addition, the stability of her ship's equipment must be tested at Yang Sikang's place, which requires the Royal Oak to return to the dock for testing later.

"Although the test is far from over, the results are basically certain from the current situation."

Yang Sikang smiled and looked at Elizabeth, who nodded, but then asked:

"Since you can increase the speed of the ship, the speed of others..."

“This is not something that can be improved casually.”

Yang Sikang shook his head, interrupting Elizabeth's fantasy.

"If the speed is sufficient, I would not make such a modification. It can only be tailor-made, and the uncertainty is also high. To find a reliable, effective and safe enough solution requires not only time and experience, but also some luck."

Yang Sikang smiled and said:

"So, you two just have to bear with it for now, sorry~"

Yang Sikang turned around and said to the Nelson sisters who happened to come over.

Nelson turned his head away, Rodney nodded, and pulled the unhappy Nelson away.

Yang Sikang smiled and looked at Elizabeth again:

"Your Majesty, you should understand what I mean, right?"

"Of course, but it's still a bit regrettable. After all, speed is still very important for ship combat."

"Ha ha……"

Yang Sikang did not continue the topic.

The modification of ships is something that requires careful consideration. On the one hand, the results after the modification may not meet the initial expectations. On the other hand, the impact of rash modification on future improvements is unknown.

It is obviously not worthwhile to sacrifice possible greater overall improvement in the future for the sake of temporary benefits.

"There are enough samples for the royal family now. I have already provided so many samples, whether it is ship modification or ship equipment modification, plus Iron Blood. Your Majesty, where to build Avalon, have you really not decided yet?"

"Humph, I knew you would ask this before you go back. I already have an idea about this matter."

Elizabeth looked at Yang Sikang and pointed at her feet:

"Right here, the Scapa Flow anchorage! However, the king hopes to add some offensive and defensive facilities to Avalon."

"no problem."

Yang Sikang readily agreed.

After hearing Elizabeth's words, he felt relieved.

It doesn't really matter to him where Avalon is built.

After all, what he wanted was a movable Garden of Avalon similar to the one in the β test site, so that he could meet many of his other subsequent needs.

But building Avalon directly in Scapa Flow would help with another part of his plan.

After all, Scapa Flow is a place where situations are prone to occur frequently. It would be very convenient to set up a large facility here that is both offensive and defensive and will not be discovered.

Especially it was convenient for him.