To say it, 9 carriers is the minimum requirement to launch a strategic offensive in the East Ocean.
After winning the battle of attack and defense in the Howay Islands, the most the Imperial Navy could aim for in the East Ocean was to take the Galapagos Islands.
Because the Newland Navy has strengthened its troop deployments on these islands, with more than 500 combat aircraft alone, and considering the Newland Fleet, according to Bai Huawei's estimation, at least 9 carriers would be required to gain sea and air supremacy and provide support for a landing operation.
It can be seen that the Imperial Navy will not launch an offensive in the first half of the year.
As for the second half, the situation could be unpredictable.
Not to mention, who can guarantee that the strategic offensive on the continental battlefield will be smooth sailing?
To be honest, the continental battlefield itself is the biggest variable.
