A Core Ship From The Start

Chapter 295: Chapter 234: First Battle_1

Although Carl had hoped to wait for the arrival of the dwarves before starting the war, regrettably, the Chaos Army was clearly not going to act according to their plans. Perhaps the Chaos Army had also learned about the aid being sent by the dwarves, so they quickly prepared to launch another attack on the United Army.

Faced with this situation, Carl had no choice but to confront them again.

Although technically speaking, holding out in Midheim would be a good idea, the problem is that while Midheim has blocked the main transportation routes, it has not blockaded the forests and wilderness around it. If they cannot consolidate their advantage on the battlefield, the Chaos Army can completely bypass Midheim and launch attacks on other imperial cities. Furthermore, they have the assistance of the beastmen who are familiar with the Black Forest. So, to avoid this situation, Carl had to take the initiative to attack.

The battlefield for both sides was relatively narrow, which meant that they could only engage in head-to-head combat. The Chaos Army naturally favored this type of confrontation, as they have enough Norse soldiers to expend in this war. However, things were different for the imperial side; if Carl hadn’t foiled their schemes and tricks, the empire would be in chaos by now.

But in any case, the war had to continue. Moreover, there was no choice but to face it.

The next morning, Duanmu Huai arrived at the frontline camp, where he met the other leaders for the first time.

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Elissara and the Green Knight were old acquaintances, Carl goes without saying, but a woman in a thick fur cloak on the other side caught Duanmu Huai’s attention. She was Queen Catherine of Kislyov. Although Kislyov was destroyed, her majesty still seemed very calm. She silently nodded at Duanmu Huai without saying a word, giving off an aloof demeanor.

But Duanmu Huai didn’t mind, he was here to fight against chaos, not to make friends. As long as the others didn’t trouble him, he wouldn’t concern himself with anything else.

Carl quickly briefed Duanmu Huai on the current deployment of forces.

Naturally, the Imperial Army was the backbone of their forces, they had placed a large number of infantry and gunmen in the middle. This included the Colossus Swordsman of Kalon Castle, the best in the empire, as well as the Swords of Ulrick Brigade from the Church of Ulrick.

The wings were home to cavalry units, including the Eternal Light Knights and the Moor Knights. Leading the vanguard was the Holy Grail Guard and the Pegasus Knight Brigade from Bartonilla, personally led by the Green Knight—Bartonilla indeed led the way in cavalry, unmatched by any.

Kislyov currently only had the Tsar Guards left to protect the queen and the War Bear Legion, they would act as a mobile force on the battlefield—well, in other words, they are guerilla fighters.

As for ranged troops, from the imperial side, it was the Expeditionary Corps, who were armed with firearms while riding horses, and the Vanguard Troops who held grenade launchers. In addition, a large number of gunmen and crossbowmen also joined the battlefield.

Beyond that, the imperial forces are most famous for their diverse ranged weapons, including rocket launchers, gigantic cannons and even a massive steel tank…

Well, this was almost up to the level of a World War I battle.

As the Eternal Kin, Elissara led a group of elf mages and guardians. Although their number did not exceed one hundred, on the battlefield, this elf army was the only force that could compete with the magic ability of the Chaos Army. Although the empire had also brought quite a few mages, they were… somewhat inferior to the elves.

“We will make sure the polearm soldiers cooperate with the ranged units as much as possible to block their first wave of attack, and then……”

“It’s unnecessary.”

Duanmu Huai waved his hand, interrupting Carl’s speech.

“I will crush them thoroughly. All you have to do is keep up.”

Hearing what Duanmu Huai said, Elissara, the Green Knight, and Carl all paused, Catherine furrowed her brows but did not say anything.

“So, you plan to be the vanguard.”

“Correct.”

Duanmu Huai stretched out his hand and drew a line on the map.

“I will annihilate the Plague Army and eliminate the Lords of Chaos. I hope that idiot called Achane will have some sense and give himself up for execution.”

“Alright, it’s all up to you now.”

Carl didn’t know where Duanmu Huai got such confidence from, but he simply reached out and patted his back (since he couldn’t reach his shoulder).

“Leave it to me.”

Snowflakes fluttered, and the north wind whistled.

Duanmu Huai stood in the snow-covered plain, looking through the howling blizzard at the dark mass of the Chaos Army on the other side: the Plague Corps, vampire knights, various heretics, evil beings, and the human traitors who had defected to Chaos. All of them were the targets of the Tribunal!

Ogis, as always, sat on Duanmu Huai’s shoulder. However, the black silk dress she was previously wearing had changed to a thick robe. After transforming into a human form, Ogis’s resistance to this kind of cold had weakened a lot. This made her very unhappy, but also very happy.

This is… the feeling of being a master.

Feeling the heavy, steady, and cold touch beneath her, Ogis slightly clenched her hands, then she spoke.

“Everything is ready.”

So, let’s get started!

Duanmu Huai raised his hand.

First, the summoning of the [Puppet] took place – then, the activation of the [Power of Dragonization] moved the [Puppet] from his hand, transforming all the [Puppets] on the battlefield into [Giant Dragons]!

“Whoo———————!!”

In the next moment, countless huge black dragons suddenly emerged in front of Duanmu Huai, their mouths opening to release roars of fury. Merely witnessing the arrival of these dragons, the imperial soldiers behind Duanmu Huai naturally started to stir. They couldn’t fathom why a group of giant dragons had suddenly appeared out of nowhere on the battlefield.

Then Duanmu Huai summoned the Metal Secret Dragon and mounted it, lifting his war hammer high. Soon, the dark mark of the Law of Death floated behind him, transforming into a dark power that infused into the bodies of the dragons.

“Go on, bring the fate of death to our enemies!”

“Roar—————!!!”

Accompanied by Duanmu Huai’s command, the black dragons spread their wings and soared into the sky, led by Duanmu Huai, they charged directly towards the approaching Chaos Army!

“Attack———!!”

The Chaos Army naturally saw the incoming army of dragons. Soon, countless arrows and various spells were launched from their ranks into the sky. However, to the dragons flying high above, these attacks were insignificant. They climbed higher under the command of Duanmu Huai like bombers evading the Chaos Army’s first wave of attack. The black dragons then dove down, opening their jaws wide. Black and white flames were then sprayed from the dragons’ mouths, swallowing the Plague Corps on the ground.

The merciless black flames of the Hunting God, empowered by the Law of Death, devoured the Plague Army on the ground. They raised their hands in screams, trying to resist this terrifying force. However, the cold, despairing power of death didn’t give them any opportunity. Before they knew it, countless plague soldiers were turned to pure white ashes in the fire.

This was why the Righteous had chosen to target the Plague Corps. His Law of Death is a counter to the God of Plague, ending whatever disease or even microbe the God of Plague commands, —from this aspect, Duanmu Huai and the God of Plague were indeed arch-nemeses.

Any entity will be eliminated by the Law of Death and Black Flame, even including viruses.

The arrival of the Dragon Army clearly shook the Chaos Legion, they obviously never anticipated that dragons would join the war. However, it was not over yet.@@novelbin@@

As the dragons roared past, bringing chaos and destruction to the Chaos Army on the ground, hundreds of massive fire meteors fell from the sky. The “meteors,” constructed of steel, broke through the clouds with a roar, raining down on the chaotic ground of the Chaos Forces like cannonballs. Before the Chaos soldiers could understand what was happening, the steel objects abruptly opened their doors, and countless gunfire emerged from them, tearing apart the enemy that dared to stand in their way.

The Guardians, wielding their weapons, gushed out and joined the Night Guards who had also descended from the air drop facility. They rushed towards the Chaos Army ahead.

“Boom!!”

Duanmu Huai, controlling the giant dragon, landed heavily onto the ground, raising his war hammer and pointing forward.

“We are the unshakable shield in the face of the assaulting darkness, we are the sharp blade forged in defiance of fate. In the face of the wrath of the Tribunal, any enemy shall be destroyed… in the name of the Tribunal, exterminate them, leave none alive!!”

Just as Duanmu Huai led the Night Guards and Guardians into the Chaos Army, Carl and the others at the back observed the scene unfold.

“I didn’t expect it, he always manages to surprise me.”

Carl stared at the battlefield ahead, a smile on his face. To be honest, he had confidence in Duanmu Huai before, but he had no idea how Duanmu Huai planned to confront the enemy. Seeing the scene now, his heart was put at ease. For some time now, the United Army had been passively taking hits. Though they had indeed repulsed the enemy attack, this took a toll on the army’s morale.

But now, witnessing the scattering of the Chaos Army, Carl showed a smile. He raised his Golden Warhammer, shouting loudly.

“Now, it’s time for us to settle the score with those bastards. All troops, charge!!”

“Woo—————!!”

The heavy marching horn sounded and the United Army surged forward like an angry wave, charging towards the enemy.