As the AI moved its main armored column forward, Leo triggered the trap. His paratroopers dropped behind the front lines, capturing the enemy's primary supply hub. In one turn, the massive AI army went from an unstoppable force to a collection of heavy, useless iron. Without fuel, they were sitting ducks.
The screen flickered to life. He wasn't just playing a game; he was stepping into the boots of a Supreme Commander. His objective was "Operation Iron Frost"—a sprawling, randomly generated continent locked in a stalemate. His opponent was the AI "Ares," a notorious difficulty setting that didn't just play the game; it looked for your psychological weaknesses.
For three days, Leo lived on cold coffee and adrenaline. He spent hours meticulously designing his units, choosing heavy tank chassis over speed to brave the northern blizzards. He navigated the , ensuring that even his furthest scouting parties had enough fuel to make it home.