The mage arrives

Based on his experience in the game "Ancient Epoch", the one-time attack magic item "Destruction Flashlight" produced by Gordon played a considerable role in the battle against the attackers sent by Earl Thompson that night in the city of clear water. important role.Since the materials needed to make this kind of props are very demanding, although Gordon wanted to make another one for self-defense, he failed because he could not find the rune gems as the core material.

Now, before the war comes, he can also make another "Destruction Flashlight", oh no, it should be called "Freeman's Destruction Light" officially named by Gordon not long ago.

Before the war comes, being able to make another "Freeman's Light of Destruction" will definitely work at a critical moment.

With the help of Gordon's newly developed training method, Xiona, Chuck and others worked hard to improve their strength as much as possible.While Gordon urged Dalinar and the dwarves to repair the Black Titan, he spent time designing and making a new special weapon for the golem.On the other hand, the mage had to consolidate the two five-ring spells "Antelo Force Wall" and "Antelo Burst Gem" that he had just mastered.

Even with the remaining fragments of time, Gordon still has to make some scrolls and magic potions to make himself as fully prepared as possible.

Under the cloud of war, his life is more busy and fulfilling than ever before.In Gaoyan City, this kind of life lasted for thirteen days. Grand Duke Antaello summoned the high-level military officials in Gaoyan City and held the first war meeting.

Gordon also attended the meeting.Although in his capacity, he is still unable to participate in decision-making.However, as the magic advisor of Grand Duke Antaello, and someone who owns a key weapon of war like the Black Titan, he is qualified to give suggestions and opinions at the meeting.

In the largest redstone hall in the stronghold.Every word, every decision will affect the course of the war. Sitting around the long marble table, the dignitaries are looking through one report after another with serious expressions.

The fire in the fireplace was burning brightly, filling the cold stone hall with warmth.However, the faces of the men sitting around the long table were as serious as ice.

"The orc army arrived at Princess Marlene's fortress yesterday afternoon. It is the last important line of defense in front of High Rock City. The fortress guard, Viscount Harker, sent a message using the message technique. He will use the strong defense of Princess Marlene Fort. Hold on as much as possible , give us more time to assemble our troops." Grand Duke Antello handed a report to Earl Renalin, commander of the Redstone Legion on the left, and asked him to pass it on.

Earl Renalin was a native of the Northlands.It's just been unsuccessful before.It wasn't until Grand Duke Antaello, the "airborne faction", came to the Far Frost Province that he wisely chose to join the new Lord of the North, and his talents were finally brought into play.During the orc invasion a few years ago, the border guards led by Earl Renalin.It was one of the few bright spots in the entire rout.He led the army to do the opposite.He boldly invaded the barren tundra, destroyed four orc tribes, and forced part of the orc army that invaded south to withdraw early.

So after the war, when the emperor ordered the establishment of the Farfrost Province's own first-level standing army, Grand Duke Antaello appointed Earl Renalin as the commander of the army as a matter of course.

This man began to bald in middle age, and had to shave a bald earl. He changed his previous bold and aggressive combat style, and trained the Redstone Legion into an excellent army that is as calm as a mountain and good at defensive operations.And mainly cavalry.The Winter Claw Legion, which is good at mobile raids, has a sharp difference.

"I didn't expect that. We took so many measures to slow down the advance of the orcs. Even the people of Orlandos were responding in the northwest, but we still didn't buy enough time." Earl Renalin sighed.

It is already impossible to gather all the troops in the Far Frost Province.What needs to be considered now is how to win this victory with the existing forces.

"Leso, how many people are there in our army now?"

Grand Duke Antaello turned his gaze to a handsome middle-aged nobleman on the long table.He is Count Resor Loredo, the lord of High Rock City.He has always been in charge of counting the number of troops in the army.

"Both the Redstone Legion and the Winter Claw Legion are at full strength, with 5000 men each, and sufficient supplies. This is good news. As of this morning, the noble private army assembled in Gaoyan City has a total of 6000 people. If Princess Marlene's fortress can last for a few more days, it will not be a problem if the number reaches 2. In addition, there are [-] border guards who have withdrawn from the front. However, because the organization has already been disrupted in the battle, we are short of manpower Manage them, so the combat effectiveness of these soldiers cannot be expected for the time being."

The officials under Gaoyan City Lord have limited manpower. These days, they have to count and organize supplies, appease refugees, arrange and provide board and lodging for the assembled nobles and private troops from all walks of life... There are too many things, so those unlucky border guards can only be temporarily Set aside.

Sitting behind the Grand Duke, Gordon couldn't help but smiled and shook his head when he heard the words of the Lord Gaoyan.If it wasn't for the other party's negligence, I'm afraid I still haven't been able to get five excellent and experienced Freyton officers.

"Other things can be put aside first. You must first reorganize the border guards. We must do everything possible to increase the number of soldiers who can fight. In addition, we must recruit auxiliary soldiers from the citizens to enrich the city defense."

"Yes, Lord Antaello."

Under the auspices of the Grand Duke, the council of war went smoothly.Orders and decisions were issued from the long marble table.If the entire Far Frost Province is now a fast-running war machine, then this small long table in the red giant rock fortress is the core chip that controls this machine.

At the end of the meeting, Earl Exxon, the head of the Winter Claw Legion, suddenly said: "My lord, Princess Marlene's fortress cannot be built alone, and I am afraid it will not last long. The orcs captured many fortresses before and captured a lot of fortresses that were too late to destroy. City weapons, coupled with the newly added Cyclops, siege is no longer a problem."

"What do you want to say?"

"Since the orcs crossed the Great Wall of Anduin, we have been retreating and being extremely passive. Now, it's time to launch a counterattack. We will definitely be able to strike the enemy by surprise, and we will be able to give the defenders of Princess Marlene's fortress a powerful attack Support, so that they can hold on for a longer period of time."

It has to be said that Earl Exxon's proposal is indeed very attractive.But Grand Duke Antello vetoed his proposal.

"How to surprise? Now half of the Far Frost Province is not under our control, and the scout troops sent out have suffered heavy losses. Under such circumstances, how can we conduct a surprise attack without effective intelligence support? I am afraid there will be many It is very likely that we will fall into the trap of the enemy. Remember, our enemies are not only reckless and warlike orcs, but also sinister and cunning cultists."

Facing the current situation, the human resources in the hands of Grand Duke Antaello are stretched day by day.Except for the military scouts, almost all the forces under his control that carry out covert operations are invested in the major cities in the rear to ensure the smooth flow of supply lines and the stability of law and order.

A cult organization like the Sansheng Baptist Church is best at inciting, sabotaging, assassinating and other conspiracies and tricks.The Grand Duke had to guard against it.

"But……"

"Okay, there's no need to discuss any more. The task now is to fully strengthen the defense of Gaoyan City." Grand Duke Antaello stopped Earl Exon from continuing.

Earl Exon is a typical soldier. He hopes to defeat the orc army on the battlefield, so it is not surprising to have this idea.But Grand Duke Antaello looked at the problem from the perspective of the entire Northland, and even the entire empire.Now, because of this crisis in the North, the entire empire has also taken action.The Western Legion stationed on the border of the deep emerald forest, the Thunder Legion holding winter exercises in the Changxia Plain, and the Swan Legion who have boarded a ship from Duolong Harbor are all rapidly advancing towards the Far Frost Province.

Although there are many orcs, they still have little chance of winning in the face of an empire that is efficiently engaged in war.Emperor Freyton, sitting on the Platinum Throne, is probably not worried about the tundra orcs, but the black dragon empire Northengard, which is about to move because of this crisis.The old enemy in the east is the serious worry of the Freyton people.

Because Grand Duke Antaello knew that with the passage of time, the advantage would inevitably turn to his own side. When reinforcements from other provinces of the empire arrived, the strength comparison between the two sides would inevitably reverse.So no need to risk attacking.However, facing the enemy with this defensive strategy is not very popular for military aristocrats like Earl Exxon, who have a high fighting spirit and hope to beat the enemy and make meritorious deeds.

However, although there were some differences, the military meeting ended smoothly.Earl Exxon, who was directly rejected by Grand Duke Antello, did not show any dissatisfaction.After all, after the political cleansing some time ago, the Far Frost Province is now almost completely under the control of the Lord of Scepter, and no one dares to stand up and challenge his authority.

But just as everyone got up and was about to leave the long table, an accident happened.

"Golden Dragon! The Golden Dragon is back!"

The Redstone Hall is located on the top floor of the fortress. Outside the window is a large terrace with an area of ​​more than [-] square meters, and is equipped with heavy defensive ordnance such as catapults and ballistas. It can be used as a high-level firepower point in wartime.The soldiers patrolling on the terrace suddenly saw four golden dots approaching rapidly from the distant skyline with the sound of rolling wind and thunder, and immediately shouted loudly.

Everyone in the hall went out.

Gordon knew that the four golden dragons were sent out by the Grand Duke yesterday to support Princess Marlene's fortress from the air to stop the orcs' offensive, but why did they come back today?Is the battle ahead already over?

A bad premonition welled up in his heart.

When Gordon narrowed his eyes slightly and used his superior strength to see the current appearance of the four golden dragons, his guess was immediately confirmed.

Jinlong is actually injured! (To be continued..)