Abstract: This paper outlines a hypothetical scenario of a future battlefield where machine-led trauma care is the norm, and the use of advanced technology and artificial intelligence (AI) is integrated into the medical response to combat injuries. The scenario is set in the year 2032 and describes a hypothetical battlefield situation where a soldier is injured by a smart drone munition. The article describes a future scenario and does not present any empirical data. The paper is based on a hypothetical scenario and describes a future battlefield where machine-led trauma care is the norm, and the use of advanced technology and AI is integrated into the medical response to combat injuries. The scenario outlines the use of drones to provide immediate medical care to injured soldiers, including the use of AI-controlled anaesthesia, targeted haemorrhage control techniques, and automated ultrasound-guided robotic line placement. Overall, the article highlights the potential for advanced technology and AI to revolutionize the medical response to combat injuries. However, it also emphasizes the need for action now to ensure that this future becomes a reality.