When Ye Fan immersed himself in the game, he was aware of the potential star upgrades that certain supply boxes could unleash.
However, these star upgrades were confined to a specific radius, not affecting all the units under his command.
Units near the supply boxes or those sent to collect them would receive star upgrades, while others remained unaffected.
Ye Fan, strategic in his gameplay, aimed to maximize troop exposure to these supply boxes, ensuring more units could benefit and potentially generate additional income through rising stars.
Unexpectedly, the gamble paid off. A supply box yielded a collective star increase within a ten-meter radius, transforming five newly spawned soldiers into one-star warriors.
The transition from starless to one-star warriors significantly boosted firepower, each one-star soldier now wielding 180 additional bullets, effectively enhancing Ye Fan's combat capabilities.
Even the military dog, Xiaotian, underwent a star upgrade, becoming a formidable two-star mutant dog, now the size of a male lion.
Surveying his surroundings, Ye Fan discovered a substantial transformation among his units. Nearly 2,000 zombies had fallen in the ongoing Trojan defense battle, resulting in several subordinates achieving star promotions.
Wang Hu, already a three-star elite, remained at the pinnacle of his potential, but the other eight mobilization soldiers collectively upgraded to three stars.
Furthermore, three-star promotions extended to the newly produced soldiers, propelling them to the rank of corporal during battle, subsequently upgraded to sergeants.
Each three-star conscript now possessed 210 bullets, forming a formidable firepower unit.
Even the two medics received a one-star upgrade, enhancing their combat capabilities alongside their primary medical skills.
Inquisitive, Ye Fan queried, "You two, have your medical standards improved?"
"Sir, our current level and equipment allow us to perform simple surgical treatments!" came the confident reply.
Elated, Ye Fan acknowledged the substantial gains from the star promotion, particularly in strengthening his medical team.
Xu Haoran, a two-star soldier, reported that his silent submachine gun now boasted two magazines and 150 rounds. His improved skill enabled him to single-handedly dispatch agile quasi-mutated zombies.
Chen Chuan, the sniper, reached the first star, gaining increased ammunition capacity and heightened abilities, making him lethal within a 1,500-meter range against both armored and agile zombies.
The scout's star upgrade primarily aimed at dealing with human adversaries.
Army soldier Luo Fei underwent a dramatic transformation, upgrading from a Bayi Bar to a CS/LMB8 light machine gun, a modification of the renowned Minimi light machine gun. With a tripod for stability and a 500-round daily ammunition capacity, Luo Fei emerged as a formidable force on the battlefield.
Addressing Luo Fei, Ye Fan queried, "How many bullets do you have now?"
"Sir, the number of bullets for the light machine gun is 500 rounds per day!"
Ye Fan, impressed by the firepower upgrade, nodded approvingly.
Observing the comprehensive enhancements among his troops, Ye Fan acknowledged the strategic importance of expanding his military dog unit, considering their unique capabilities in tracking, vigilance, and dealing with mutant beasts.
Luo Fei's upgrade to a three-star soldier marked a significant shift, wielding a powerful light machine gun that offered superior firepower compared to his previous Bayi Bar.
Ye Fan, touched by the collective star promotion's impact, contemplated further improvements to his strength. Consulting Nana, the possibility of constructing a physical combat laboratory emerged, providing a potential avenue for personal enhancement.
With a growing and empowered team of soldiers, including two-star medics, elite snipers, and enhanced soldiers, Ye Fan decided it was time to take decisive action.
"Get ready to take action and completely eliminate the zombies downstairs!" he commanded, rallying his forces.
Chen Chuan, displaying his sniper prowess, swiftly eliminated agile zombies, marking the beginning of the coordinated assault.
"Reporting to the commander, the agile zombies have been eliminated!" declared Chen Chuan.
With agile threats neutralized, the soldiers collectively opened fire, swiftly annihilating the amassed zombie horde.
"Let's go downstairs and collect supplies," Ye Fan ordered, leading his strengthened team down to gather resources.
Though the haul was modest, Ye Fan acknowledged its value, noting the decreased zombie presence in the amusement park.
Deciding to discard the watchtower, Ye Fan recycled it for additional resources, adding to his growing funds.
With over a thousand gold at his disposal, Ye Fan considered strategic options for troop expansion or potential engineer production, dependent on future challenges.
The strengthened team left the amusement park, heading towards the railway to expedite their journey home.
Navigating through the city, the team approached the railway, recognizing its potential safety from zombie encounters.
Embracing the opportunity, Ye Fan considered the practicality of utilizing a train for their journey. Turning to Xu Haoran, he inquired, "Can you drive a train?"
"Sir, it's okay!" Xu Haoran affirmed.
"Okay, let's get in the car and drive the train home!" Ye Fan declared, seizing the chance to expedite their journey using the abandoned EMU train parked nearby.