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The military response to the Rumbling would evolve amid numerous political complexities and practical limitations. Ground forces, despite modern advancements, would fare poorly against the Titans, especially given their staggering heat emissions, which could ignite anything in proximity. This renders basic infantry ineffective, leading to overwhelming casualties.
Artillery and heavy machinery would also struggle to secure accurate hits on the Titans' vulnerable neck regions—integral for their defeat. However, it’s important to note that modern weaponry has the potential to inflict damage—albeit at great risk to operators on the ground. Bombardments could theoretically cripple one Titan, but with the swarm of Titans advancing, aerial strategies soon emerge as the most viable solution.