Daming: After self-explosive time travel, Lao Zhu's mentality collapsed

After much deliberation, Zhu Yuanzhang chose Ryukyu.

The current Ryukyu Kingdom has just gone through a turmoil, and the people in the country are at a time of disunity. It will be much easier for them to attack at this time.And there will be many more places available.For example, the eldest prince of Ryukyu who is suspected to be missing.

And they also have a better excuse to send troops.

Who allowed them to detain their own mission without reason?
There were also mineral veins that were promised, but they were not given.

If there are only two points, they will be famous.

Compared to Wasa, attacking Ryukyu is indeed more beneficial to them.

And there are horses in Ryukyu.

What their Ming Dynasty lacks most now is horses.

The Ming Dynasty was short of horses.

And those with more horses are horses.

Although Chu Ze's weapons greatly increased their combat effectiveness, they still suffered heavy losses in close combat where the weapons could not be used.

But it's much better than the beginning.

If they had horses, they could organize larger and stronger cavalry.

By then, in the battle with Wa Ci, their casualties will be further reduced.

No matter how you think about it, it's a good thing.

"But Ryukyu is an island. If we want to attack, a naval battle is inevitable." Zhu Yuanzhang touched his chin thoughtfully.

They are experienced in water combat, but sea combat...

To be honest, Zhu Yuanzhang has never done it.

But he also knows that ships are very important whether fighting in rivers, lakes or at sea.

It would be even better to have weapons that can be used on the ship.

Zhu Yuanzhang thought for a while, looked at Chu Ze and asked, "How effective is the flamethrower when used in water combat?"

"Of course not."

None of this required experimentation, so Chu Ze refused directly.

He said: "The range of the flamethrower is limited, and if the distance is too short, the attack power will be greatly reduced. However, we can use water mines and equip cannons on the ship to increase the attack power of our navy. In addition, we can also Attack with gasoline and fire.”

"Gasoline fire attack?" Zhu Biao and Zhu Yuanzhang looked at each other, and then said, "What kind of fire attack is this? Do you need to install a thrower on the boat and then throw gasoline on the other side's boat?"

Then this would be too troublesome.

Zhu Yuanzhang thought about it and shook his head in disgust.

Moreover, the ship is already so big. If a throwing machine is installed on it, how much space will it take up?
How many people can be carried on the boat in these places?

How many weapons can it carry?
It's a pity to waste such a space just for fire attack.

Zhu Yuanzhang shook his head.

On the contrary, he was very interested in the mines and the cannons mounted on the ships.

Zhu Yuanzhang asked Chu Ze to explain in detail.

Chu Ze said: "Let's talk about mines first. This mine is a mine used in the water. It can be detonated in the water, damaging and destroying nearby ships. It can be said to be an invisible weapon that kills the enemy. Even in the future, mines will be used on the water. In battle, it still plays a great role and is deeply loved by all countries."

Moreover, there are countless mines hidden in many sea areas.

Even if all countries try their best, they can only sweep away part of it.In the boundless waters, there are still countless mines lying there, waiting for some unlucky guy to pass by, accidentally touch them, and detonate them.

Although it is not possible to make mines as sophisticated as modern mines, the basic version can still be made.

"How to do it?" Zhu Biao asked.

Chu Ze said: "It's simple. We just need to fill the skin with black powder, install flint and fire sickle, put the trigger mechanism on it, seal it with paint, then sink it in the water, and wait until the enemy ship touches it. It can automatically trigger the mine and completely blow up the enemy ship."

"How deep is the water? If you throw a mine into the water, it won't sink to the bottom? It's already sunk, so why bomb it?" We can't expect the ship to swim to the bottom.

Zhu Yuanzhang was a little dumbfounded.

Zhu Biao couldn't figure it out either.

But Chu Ze has said so, there must be a solution.

He asked Chu Ze: "How can we prevent it from sinking to the bottom?"

Chu Ze shrugged and spread his hands: "We don't know either, but someone knows."

Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Biao were heartbroken by Chu Ze's words.

The previous sentence made their hearts sink, but in the blink of an eye they threw away their hope.

Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Biao quickly asked: "Who knows?"

"People from the testing ground." Chu Ze explained.

Zhu Yuanzhang was even more strange.

"How did the people at the testing site know? Did they already know how to make mines, but deliberately concealed it?" If this is the case, then Zhu Yuanzhang wants to suppress the nine tribes!
There is such a good thing, but we don't take it out.

It was obvious that they did not want Ming Dynasty to win the war.

If you don't kill him, who will you kill?
Looking at Zhu Yuanzhang with murderous intent on his face, Chu Ze quickly explained: "It's not that they know, but after I tell them the production method, they can make it, and they can also test the best gunpowder formula, and how to test it." Only by configuration can the mine float in the water at the most suitable depth.”

In short, he only provides ideas.

For specific implementation, don’t look for him.

After Zhu Yuanzhang heard this, his face looked better.

He nodded and said to Chu Ze: "Tomorrow, tomorrow you go to the test site, tell them about this, and ask them to make the mines for us as soon as possible. By the way, you just said to install artillery on the ship. This cannon How to install it?" All Zhu Yuanzhang could think of was to install the artillery on both sides of the ship.

But if this is the case, wouldn’t it greatly increase the load on the ship?
Can the boat still run?

Or……

"Your Majesty, stop your dangerous thoughts." Chu Ze saw Zhu Yuanzhang's expression becoming more and more intriguing. An idea flashed in his mind, and he immediately understood what he was thinking. Chu Ze quickly stopped, "We are still afraid Too many people died in the war, so there is no reason for soldiers to carry out suicide attacks."

Zhu Yuanzhang's thoughts were revealed, and a trace of embarrassment flashed across his face.

"Ahem, what do you think we should do?" Zhu Yuanzhang said.

Anyway, if Chu Ze raised this matter, he would always come up with a solution.

Zhu Biao also looked at Chu Ze.

Chu Ze looked at two pairs of expectant eyes and said: "Of course it's shipbuilding. We want to build ships that can sail on the sea and be equipped with artillery. We not only want to build ships equipped with artillery, but we can also build some ships that are responsible for transportation." Ships, in short, if you want to conquer Ryukyu, ships are very important. As for the navy, we should find a few generals who are good at maritime warfare and let him lead the soldiers in combat training."

"It's simple. We also have naval forces in the Ming Dynasty. Just transfer these people over." Zhu Yuanzhang even thought about who would be in charge.

But Chu Ze waved his hand in denial: "No, although they are all water battles, there is still a difference between battles in rivers, lakes and seas, and battles at sea. We cannot be careless about this matter, otherwise we will only have You will suffer the consequences of defeat." (End of Chapter)