“It’s a magic wand that specializes in cutting through matter. I call it Steel Cutter. It can slice through steel like pudding, so it’s quite handy.”
“…!”
“Well, if you have no more hands, shall we call it checkmate?”
“…Commander Noyudatu, I cannot handle this alone! Let’s fight together!”
The moment the Nidel Squadron Commander averted his gaze, Hazen quickly fired a barrage of over 100 ice rings. As a result, his right foot and right arm were blown off.
“Gwaaaaaaaah!”
“It’s not wise to be distracted on the battlefield. It’s like you’re asking me to aim for you.”
Hazen already had another magic wand in his hand. It was the Ice Ring wand he had taken from the Kumin tribe during a previous battle. It was a 7th-grade wand with a single precious gem. By modifying it himself, he had succeeded in creating multiple rings instead of just one.
“It’s a simple design, but the effect is significant. Especially when I want to slaughter them all at once.”
“…Commander Noyudata.”
In the Nidel Squadron Commander’s line of sight, the members of the infantry division were being torn apart by the ice rings. The commander’s head also fell to the ground, his appearance a pitiful sight.
“How unfortunate. I was hoping to see what kind of counterattack you would make… Well, I can analyze it later.”
“…Regrettable. That such a monster as you exists.”
Death was now certain. Yet, even with half his body lost, the Nidel Squadron Commander remained composed.
“I don’t think such a grand title is necessary for this level of ability.”
“But you cannot defeat General Gizal.”
“…Oh? Is he that strong?”
“Yes. He is the strongest I have ever seen.”
“That sounds exciting.”
“I’ll be waiting for you in hell first.”
“Ah.”
Hazen nodded and severed the commander’s head. The sight of this overwhelming display caused the Second Battalion to erupt in commotion.
In contrast, the cavalry led by the Nidel Squadron Commander was now mere corpses.
However, the young man with black hair did not let up on his attack.
Eventually, he raised his hand towards the Second Battalion.
“Continue! Annihilate them!”
He shouted,
and unleashed several more Ice Rings, delivering a devastating blow to the enemy forces.
“Phew… Phew…”
“Lieutenant Hazen, are you alright?”
“Ah, yes. I’m quite exhausted.”
Overusing the magic wands, especially the Ice Ring that created over 100 ice projectiles, had taken a toll on him due to his lack of experience.
“But with this, we can win, right?”
“No, it still depends on the western gate.”
Hazen replied.
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At the same time, at the western gate of the fortress, the Imperial Army was desperately holding back the fierce assault of the Diode Duchy Army. Captain Buise and Captain Makazaru were leading the battle, while Major Shimanto observed the battle line from the sidelines.
The Imperial Army had approximately 8,000 troops in the First and Third Battalions. The Diode Duchy Army had a similar number.
“They have the gall to attack with such a comparable force. How bold.”
Major Shimanto chuckled defiantly.
“General Gizal’s reputation is due to the Diode Duchy being a mid-sized nation. If it were a superpower like the Empire, I doubt even a captain could match him.”
“Hahaha! That’s right. They are not to be feared. By the way, Lieutenant Lorenzo… No, you’ve been demoted, haven’t you? Expelled by Lieutenant Hazen?”
“…I was instructed to provide support here.”
“Unnecessary. Your ugly face is a disgrace. Don’t spout nonsense about providing support, you shameful wretch.”
“That’s right. You should grovel before Lieutenant Hazen and beg to be allowed back into the Second Battalion.”
” …… “
Major Shimanto and Captain Makazaru mocked Lorenzo with light-hearted jabs. Whether they were trying to motivate themselves by looking down on others or truly believed what they were saying, their expectations seemed low.
Lorenzo glanced at Lei-fa beside him.
“Are you ready?”
“Whenever you are. Shall we go?”
“…No. Let’s wait a little longer.”
The battle had just begun. As Hazen had said, it would be better to wait until the last moment. Amidst this, General Gizal of the Diode Duchy Army charged out on horseback, alone and is coming toward in an aloof manner.
“Riding out alone, how bold. Alright, leave it to me.”
Captain Makazaru rode out to meet him.
A few minutes later, as they faced each other on the battlefield, the battle lines froze. Both the Diode Duchy Army and the Imperial Army temporarily ceased their attacks and pulled back their forces.
“So you’re General Gizal, eh? My name is Makazaru. I want to have a duel with you.”
“Hmm, very well. My weapon is called [Thunder Cutting Sparrow].”
“Haha! My weapon is called [Yellow Rock Raging Wave]. It’s a magic staff that will kill you.”
The two of them readied their magic staves. The masterfully crafted staves were considered masterpieces, each with a unique name. Makazaru was the only mage among the captains to wield such a powerful weapon. General Gizal’s Thunder Cutting Sparrow had a sharp, sword-like shape, while Makazaru’s Yellow Rock Raging Wave resembled a massive mace.
“……”
As they eyed each other, Captain Lorenzo broke out in a cold sweat.
Hazen had repeatedly warned them to avoid a duel at all costs before the battle, but Makazaru completely ignored the instructions.
One-on-one duels between confident mages were common occurrences.
Makazaru was quite the skilled fighter, but his abilities were only in comparison to the other captains. Disregarding any concerns, he raised his magic staff high.
“Now, let’s begin. Witness my magic staff!”
“My apologies, but it’s already over.”
“Huh? What are you talking about?”
Before Makazaru could finish speaking, his head was in General Gizal’s hand. His headless body then collapsed, blood spurting out.
Gizal had not moved from his previous position at all.
His lightning-fast strike was too quick for the average person to perceive.
Amidst everyone’s focus, he had silently beheaded Makazaru and calmly returned to his spot. Lorenzo involuntarily gulped and looked toward Lei-Fa.
“That was… the magic staff, [Thunder Cutting Sparrow]. Did you see it?”
“…I did not see it.”
“……”
Moving at the speed of lightning, death arrived before one could even register it. He had heard the stories, but seeing it firsthand was a world of difference. Gizal had completely mastered that overwhelming power.
Major Simanto and Captain Buise were left speechless in awe. Gizal then tossed Makazaru’s head toward Buise.
“Who’s next?”
“Eek… All forces, attack General Gizal together!”
Buise shouted in a panic.
“Ugh… Aaaaahhh!”
The 1st and 3rd battalions charged toward Gizal, but in the next instant, he had disappeared.
“Where… Where did he go?”
“I’m right here.”
Gizal appeared behind the bewildered Buise.
“Eek…”
Buise faltered and collapsed to his knees.
“What a pitiful man. Sending your subordinates forward while you hide in the back.”
“P-please! Just spare my life…”
“I hate cowards like you the most. Die.”
Gizal spat those words and thrust his Thunder Cutting Sparrow into Buise’s heart.
“R-retreat! Retreat!”
Major Simanto cried out, racing away on his horse.
“How foolish. Retreating so suddenly. But this is an opportunity.”
Gizal raised his hand, and the entire Diode Duchy army charged toward the western gate. Simanto was the first to arrive, pounding the gate frantically.
“No, Major Simanto! If we open it…”
“Shut up! That’s a direct order! Open it, open it, open it, open it, open it, open it! Open it, open it, open it, open it, open it, open it, aaaahhh!”
” …… No.”
Simanto was completely gripped by fear. Obeying his orders would allow the enemy to surge into the fortress.
“Leave it to me,”
Lei-Fa murmured next to him.
“Huh?”
“Hazen said to help Lorenzo if he was in trouble. “
“but …… “
“So don’t worry, I’ll protect this place.”
With those words, the tall female warrior thrust her massive sword-like magic staff into the ground, her presence noticed only by Gizal. The other soldiers rushed headlong toward the western gate.
“Stop! Wait… Damn it.”
It was too late. The distance was too great for his Thunder Cutting Sparrow to activate.
Lei-Fa’s unnaturally large weapon had steel plating like a shield. In Gizal’s eyes, it looked ominously sinister.
“Here I go… Calamity Armor Bone Crushing.”
As she shouted, the steel plating on the weapon swarmed over her body, instantly encasing her in a suit of armor. She resembled a crazed, ferocious beast.
“I’ll be the first one through… Gah!?”
She crushed the head of a Diode Duchy soldier who had reached the gate with a single punch.
Seeing this, Gizal murmured in awe.
“…Inhuman strength.”
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