219 Episode 2 Prelude (1/2)

In response to the advancing Lemurian army, the Republic of Adleria immediately chose a siege war.

Its troops numbered about 500.

On the other hand, the Lemurian army led by Darios, including Nia's rangers, surrounded the Lemurian army.

The difference in strength was about four times that of the Lemurian army, enough to put it under complete siege.

However, if you want to force it down, ...... it's a bit of a long shot.

We've completed our reconnaissance, General.

How'd it go?

Darius asked Nia when she returned.

Nia had attacked the enemy lightly, just to test the waters.

Nia's rangers were trained to work as both cavalry and infantry.

It is possible to approach a thinly defended area with cavalry and dismount to attack .......

You can also dismount and attack . ”Frankly speaking, it would be difficult to forcefully attack down. I chose a weakly defended area and attempted to launch a surprise attack, but was met with a fierce counterattack. We are mainly mercenaries, but our morale is not low.

Although they are mercenaries, they are soldiers who have long-term employment contracts with the Republic of Adleria, like a standing army.

It's only natural that their skill level and morale are high.

The presence of citizen soldiers has also been confirmed. We have also confirmed the presence of citizen soldiers. ...... Their skill level is not low.

”Well, ......, I suppose. The Republic of Adluria is a small country that has fended off invasions by major powers on numerous occasions. Its citizens have a lot of guts.

Originally, Darios was a mercenary captain from the west.

I'm sure you'll be able to figure out what's going on.

I'm sure you'll be able to find something that works for you. The rangers led by General Nia are the only cavalry force we have. I look forward to their performance.

Cavalry is useless in a siege.

But against an enemy who wants to break through the siege and get outside information and supplies, they are a good match and can be expected to perform well.

Yes. I'm not going to let a single ant escape.

Good. ...... Well, as for the information that you have defeated the enemy in the Pasta Plain, I dare you to let it pass.

I'm not sure what to make of that.

The Lemurian Empire's strategy has been to move north and south.

The Lemurian Empire's strategy is not to pin the Kingdom of Edelna down from the north and south. ......

It is not.

Will King Ludwig I really come over the mountains?

”Well?　But you said he would. Then he will come.

Both the Republic of Adluria and the Kingdom of Edelna are important allies and dependents of the Fulling Kingdom.

In particular, the Republic of Adluria's port of Adluria and the Kingdom of Edelna's port of Edelna are important gateways for the Fulling Kingdom, not to mention the importance of the city of Lemuria.

The loss of these three would inevitably lead to a loss of authority for King Ludwig I.

”Ludwig I is a prudent man. He is a cautious man. Therefore, he will not easily challenge us with a large army of about 15,000 men. That was your biggest concern.

But that doesn't mean that he won't come to the aid of the Kingdom of Edelna or the Republic of Adorlia.

There are many ways to fight.

In fact, it is rare for a decisive battle to occur in war.

King Ludwig I avoided a frontal battle and forced a passive battle.

Although the knights of the Fullerling Kingdom are known for their chivalry, it is already well known in the western world that they are more like bandits.

If they see that they cannot win, they will run away without hesitation.

Therefore, if you want to defeat the Fullerling Kingdom and crush King Ludwig I, you must attack him directly.

However, the region of Gaul, where Ludwig I is based, is beyond the limits of what the Lemurian Empire's army can do.

This means that Hercule cannot invade the Kingdom of Fulling.

It is necessary to challenge King Ludwig I to a decisive battle in the Kingdom of Edelna.

Therefore, by dividing his forces into three, he will create a situation in which Ludwig I will be able to win the battle. It's a dangerous strategy. ......

Nia paused.

In the event that you've got a lot of money, you'll be able to use it to make a lot of money.

Therefore, Ludwig I will always challenge him to a fight.

Of course, with an army nearly as large as the one led by Hercule.

”It's true that if His Majesty on the Pasta Plain is defeated, we'll be strategically divided. It would be very bad.

Ludwig I would have the chance to defeat both Garufis, who was attacking the Kingdom of Edelna from the south, and Darius, who was besieging the Republic of Adelia.

Even if it were not so, the morale of the soldiers would be lowered if Hercule, who had lowered the sign that he was always undefeated, was defeated.

But your Majesty will not be defeated.

”That's true.

The two of them decided to trust their lord.

On the other hand, the main army led by Hercule - although most of its main force was allied forces - was marching smoothly across the Pasta Plain.

The infantry force consisted of one infantry corps and three battalions of archers from the Imperial Army, and one corps from the Kingdom of Chelda. The total was 276,000.

The cavalry force consists of one legion of Bulgaron cavalry and three battalions of Red Wolves. Total: 156,000.

The total number of troops was 432,000.

From the perspective of the entire Lemurian Imperial Army, which is about 15,000 strong, its strength is about one-third, but if you take logistics into account, its strength is close to its limit.

The limit of gathering troops in one place for a long period of time is around 50,000.

Now, the main force led by Hercule ......