A Guide to Becoming a God Starting from a Monastery

The battle continued, and on the other side, the second enemy warship was approaching.

However, this time Thomas did not have time to unbind from the first enemy ship, so this wave of attack was initiated by the enemy.

A shell fired over and hit the side of the ship at close range...creating a huge hole in the waist-high side of the ship, and then flew into the sea. It didn't hit anything else on the way.

Indeed... the cannons of this era really... are not something to worry about.

In other words, what you should really worry about is the fickleness of fate, not the cannon.

It was not until the caravel became widespread that cannons became truly threatening.

Thomas's ship was now immobilized, so the enemy took the initiative to board it. After they entered the range of the spiritual field, Thomas immediately cast a spell.

Third-level spell: Fireball!

I had expected dozens or even hundreds of fireballs to turn the enemy's deck into a sea of ​​fire, but that wasn't the case.

Not a single fireball was released. After passing through the spiritual field, the fireballs turned into some harmless hot air.

The enemy probably didn't even feel it.

Damn! It turns out the spiritual field isn't omnipotent.

Some magic is amplified after passing through the spiritual field, but some magic loses its original structure after passing through the spiritual field and becomes harmless.

While Thomas was still pondering, the two sides had already started fighting on the deck.

The Star-Moon believers who came over were knocked down almost instantly.

Only after such a comparison can we more clearly estimate the value of magic in combat.

Thomas, both in his past life and now, remembers the value of armor in combat. Almost everyone agrees that when armored troops attack unarmored troops, it's a dimensional strike, like a father beating his son.

And Thomas just added so much magic... the effect is far more than just a set of armor.

Moreover, the effect of magic is so good that it enhances the soldiers' abilities in all aspects and from multiple angles.

Even the most common ordinary-level soldiers possess the strength of a giant, the defense of metal armor, the agility of a thief, the attack speed of a weapon master, and the ability to withstand damage of a berserker.

On the other ship, the battle has entered its final stage.

The forecastle had been captured, and the crew members who stubbornly resisted were either killed or surrendered. On the stern, a Crescent Moon cultist with unique attire and wearing metal armor was being besieged by five or six soldiers from the Knights.

This person was not affected by the slow spell. Apparently, he had enough strength to forcibly break free from the slow spell.

An elite warrior. Presumably the captain.

But no matter how powerful he is, the situation is very bad now.

On the Knights' side, two or three genuine knights joined the siege.

Even with all his might, he was still in danger in this situation of being outnumbered. He finally found an opportunity and injured an opponent in front of him with a single blow. But after repelling one, two more came up.

Then Joseph also joined the attack. This time he suddenly shouted again, making the captain's whole body stiffen.

This moment of stiffness had disastrous consequences, allowing a sword to strike his unprotected neck. The captain, wounded and unable to recover, was then attacked by a flurry of swords, blood and flesh flying everywhere, and he was immediately dismembered.

This is Joseph's ability... I saw it once last time.

He wasn't very strong, but he was a very qualified bodyguard because he could freeze the enemy for a split second at the most critical moment.

This moment of stagnation is the difference between life and death.

The outcome of the battle here has been decided, and everything is just a matter of time.

Thomas turned his attention back to the other side, which had already jumped onto the opposite board.

Now, everyone in the Knights understood what had happened. They were now protected by the power of Christ!

Before the battle on the first enemy ship was even over, the people who stayed on their own ship had already pushed back.

A third enemy ship is approaching.

However, they also noticed that something was wrong here.

It is understandable that the first ship was at a disadvantage, but it is somewhat unbelievable that the second ship was pushed back.

Their captain clearly possessed extensive experience, but not much courage. Seeing the two-on-one boarding situation was unfavorable, he immediately made an accurate judgment and turned around to leave.

By this time, the battle on the first ship had concluded, and all the fighting was concentrated on the second ship. The sounds of fighting, the clashing of weapons, and the wails of pain could be heard one after another.

Many of those who were forced into a desperate situation even jumped into the sea. Although any of them knew what would happen if they fell into the water, at that moment, they forgot all honor and common sense, just to temporarily avoid the enemy's swords.

Andrea, covered in blood, returned to the stern deck and looked at the Grand Commander.

At this moment, his whole body was filled with extreme excitement.

"Captain!" His voice was a little hoarse, "We won."

"Can everyone still continue to fight?" Thomas asked.

Andrea was stunned for a moment, but immediately answered firmly: "Yes!"

"Alright then!" Thomas said, "We'll immediately chase... the last enemy battleship!"

Chapter 73 About Traitor 1

At dusk, four warships flying the flag of the Knights Templar slowly sailed into the harbor of Rhodes, triggering a festive carnival.

Everyone knew that the Knights had won a great victory, annihilating the enemy forces and capturing three warships despite being outnumbered three to one.

In the tavern on the island, the returning crew members were vividly describing the fierce battle that took place during the day.

Everyone now knows that the new Grand Master has brought with him a magical banner of great power.

It was said to be a sacred object, a gift from the Pope, a treasure on par with Christian relics like the True Cross or the Crown of Thorns. It was simply less famous.

When this flag is raised, Christians within its influence will gain great power and be invincible.

After dark.

Thomas was in the Knights' meeting hall, watching his men gather together.

When the order to set off was given, all the middle and high-level leaders of the Knights Templar were reluctant, but they had to do so under the order of the new Grand Master.

But now the situation is completely different.

In today's battle, the Knights suffered very little loss, but the results were very rich.

These three warships were not ordinary pirate ships, but were specially sent to attack and harass the hostile forces of the Knights.

This time, they were completely destroyed, which is really encouraging.

So at this moment, Thomas could feel that his identity as the "Grand Commander" was somewhat worthy of the title.

Because at least when your subordinates look at you, there is no hint of reluctance or hesitation.

Of course, it's only "slightly". There's still a clear distance between it and the kind of person who has the final say.

Of course, the first thing to be resolved at the meeting here is the issue of the distribution of spoils.

But then again, the Knights were no sycophants, and naturally they had a comprehensive system for distributing such spoils. Thomas, a newcomer, had no intention of reforming this system.

All these distributions should be carried out according to the old rules.

Furthermore, the three captured warships weren't in particularly good condition. Some damage was inevitable during the battle, but these minor issues could be repaired by Rhodes Island.

The island had a shipyard, and while it couldn't build large warships due to its size, it had no problem repairing or building smaller vessels. According to preliminary estimates, all the warships could be repaired in just two weeks.

By then, the Knights would have five warships, barely enough to form half a squadron.

Although it is completely incomparable to before, it is no longer the situation where you can't even step out of the house and it will collapse at the slightest wind.

Compared to the disposal of the spoils, Thomas cared more about the "Sword of Stars and Moon".

Well, if he hadn't encountered him at sea, no one would have even mentioned such a dangerous enemy to him before.

All I can say is that the position of group leader is one thing, and whether or not you have authority is another. If no one respects you, many things will not be told to you on their own initiative.

You can't pursue this matter yet. After all, the law does not hold everyone responsible, and they haven't done anything wrong.

Of course, now that we have won the first battle, everyone is happy to discuss this matter.

"What's the situation with the Crescent-Star Sword?" Thomas asked. "They seem to be, uh, targeting Rhodes Island."

Now, Christianity and the Star-Moon Cult are fighting against each other in an alliance, not a one-on-one duel.

And if we really want to talk about the place that attracts the most hatred, it should be the Holy Land, not Rhodes Island.

Everyone looked at each other, and finally their eyes fell on the secretary Demetrios.

As a clerk, he is actually the chief steward, in charge of all matters, including the intelligence department.

But then again, the intelligence system of a force the size of the Knights is limited. As everyone knows, intelligence personnel are very expensive, and Rhodes Island can't afford them.

"Grandmaster," Demetrios said, stepping forward. "The Sword of the Star and Moon is a very ancient organization, having emerged hundreds of years ago during the rise and expansion of the Star and Moon Cult. But before that, it was just an ordinary religious sect, without its own territory or any particularly groundbreaking doctrines, so it wasn't very prominent."

"From what we know, it suddenly emerged more than a decade ago. They claim to have mastered an ancient forging method that can create a... well, blessed weapon."

"A blessed weapon?" Thomas was curious. "How is it blessed?"

Could it be a magic weapon? Could magic weapons be easily made these days?

"We haven't seen it, because those weapons are very expensive. And those damn profiteers often add titles to them, such as weapons used by a certain caliph, a certain prophet, or a certain famous general, to increase the price several times."

"So what's so special about this weapon?"

"It's said to be extremely sharp, strong, and extremely difficult to break," Dimitrios said. "I heard it from a traveling merchant. He claimed to have witnessed someone using this weapon in Dabriz. It was a scimitar. But this scimitar could actually block a warhammer head-on without even a chip on the blade."

Thomas subconsciously thought of his magic sword.

His magic sword was also very strong. Although he had never faced a warhammer head-on, he estimated that the sword could collide with any weapon without leaving any chip.

Of course, if he really encountered a blunt weapon, Thomas wouldn't be so foolish as to use the thin blade of his sword to fight against it head-on. He would definitely use some sword skills to reduce the enemy's force and prevent the blade from being chipped.

But at least in the battle between blades, this sword has never suffered a loss.

This kind of performance... I guess someone is studying alchemy like Gandalf?

Weapons made using alchemy, or similar techniques?

"But in that case, he'd only be an arms dealer, right?" Thomas couldn't help but say.

"They are not merchants, and they don't sell blessed weapons casually. It is said that they use the weapons they craft to convince masters and strong men to join their sect."

"Then, they took advantage of the fact that so many powerful people had joined them to negotiate with the lords of various places and gain their support."

"Their teachings are nothing special, and they won't affect the interests of the lords. So as long as they stand out from other similar religious groups, the lords will generally support them."

"But, their rise will surely affect the interests of other religious orders, right?"

This is why heretics are more hateful than pagans.

"As for this, I don't know much. In short, before that traitor appeared, the Knights knew very little about them, and their purpose was not very clear."

"As for why they targeted the Knights, I guess it's because of that traitor!"

Thomas had a rough idea of ​​what was going on.

Combined with what the teacher said before, he already had some guesses in his mind.

"What happened to that traitor now?"

"He has already joined the Sword of Star and Moon. He should be somewhere on the continent, plotting a conspiracy against the Knights!" Demetrios gritted his teeth.

The damage caused by this traitor far exceeds that of a major defeat.

"What kind of person was the traitor?" Thomas asked a new question. "Before he revealed his true identity, I mean?"

Chapter 74 About Traitor 2

"A..." Although Demetrios gnashed his teeth in hatred, he still had to admit, "A clever, sharp, and far-sighted fleet commander!"

"He became captain shortly after joining the Knights."

"Whether it's harassing the Star-Moon Cult's shipping routes or escorting our own merchant ships, these kinds of missions are all accomplished very well."

"Moreover, he has foreseen crises and successfully escaped more than once, thus preventing the Knights from suffering several waves of losses."

"That's not quite accurate enough," Knight Andrea said from the side. "It's more like he possesses a perceptive ability that's almost like precognition."

"Two years ago, the Knights planned to launch an expedition, aiming to attack a temporary port of the Crescent Cult. This would have dealt a blow to their influence in Cyprus. With very little intelligence, it was Ferdinand who determined it was a trap. He convinced the Grand Master, and we ultimately didn't act. It later turned out to be a trap. If we had stepped into it, the consequences wouldn't have been just the loss of one or two ships."

"It is precisely because of this that he is trusted by the Grand Commander."