The Legendary Moonlight Sculptor - Chapter 41-7

Chapter 41-7

Chapter 7) Tilting War

“Ready for battle, ready for battle!”

“Those gathered here are beginners . We couldn’t play a specific role in battle yet now we have to be ready for combat!”

“Have the archers gather at Turtle Rock . That is a good position to fire towards the bottom . ”

“Battle supplies are needed . The consumable combat supplies are being sold for a low price . I’ll get some so go ahead and fight!”

Bart was confused on the premises of the Earth Palace .

Many people had climbed to a high terrain at the Earth Palace in order to watch the battle against the Haven Empire .

It was also common to have hundreds of thousands of users on the road going up the mountain .

But nearly half of the Haven Empire’s army was rapidly advancing towards the Earth Palace . They trampled on the northern users and arrived at the bottom of the mountain .

“Run away before it’s too late!”

“The users with no combat ability will be a hindrance so go down!”

The merchants and tourists came down from the Earth Palace but were diverted by the 4th division .

The Arpen Kingdom’s Royal Palace was built in the mountains so the commanders planned a joint attack .

The users present near the Earth Palace were forced to fight to the death .

“What is this? I don’t want to die for the palace . ”

“Should I surrender? I am a supporter of the Hermes Guild living in the north . They are the original definition of strength . ”

The users that didn’t want to fight revealed their intention to surrender .

Instrium who was the commander of the 4th division exclaimed .

“Being in the Earth Palace itself means that you intended to resist the Haven Empire . Don’t accept the surrender and kill everyone!”

A genocide operation!

The Haven Empire wanted to set an aggressive example with the Earth Palace .

“Kill them all!”

“Survivors or prisoners aren’t needed . ”

The army of the Haven Empire slaughtered the northern residents and climbed the mountain .

“There is nowhere to escape . ”

Bart couldn’t escape so he headed back to the Earth Palace . Those who wanted to just watch were forced to join the battle at the Earth Palace .

It was impossible to measure how many users were present inside and outside the Earth Palace as well as throughout the mountains .

“This way quickly! It is our heads at risk . ”

“I have been waiting for these guys for a week but I am trembling now that they are here . ”

They set up a wooden frame in order to pour boiling oil .

In contrast, the users gathered to prepare for the war were inspired . After the exits were blocked, the users chose to die fighting .

The knights and soldiers of the Haven Empire received continuous attacks as they made their way up the mountain . Arrows, magic and large chunks of rocks rolled towards them .

“Block them with your body and continue marching . Don’t dwell on minor damage . ”

There was a friendly competition between the 3 divisions of the Haven Empire as they proceeded on the operation to assault the Earth Palace .

The knights and even the infantry carried swords and shields . Despite the soldiers becoming fatigued, the commanders were busy thinking about conquering the Earth Palace .

“Heh, I feel like I can kill 100 people alone . ”

Pale stood on a wall of the Earth Palace . He was biting his lips as his arrow was pointed high in the sky .

“Scattering Land!”

The arrow that Pale shot soared vertically into the sky . The avians tried to dodge in surprise but it literally ran through their wings .

“Tweet tweet?”

Despite the arrow hitting the avian, there wasn’t any damage . The arrow that Pale shot flew up 400~500 metres before popping like fireworks .

More than 10 fireballs started falling towards the ground . The avians once against tried to avoid it but the fireballs just fell through their bodies and wings .

“Kyarururuk?”

It wasn’t until the fragments touched the ground that they exploded . This was a special arrow created by refining the aura of the land and was an advanced technique .

The other archers standing in a row on the palace walls with Pale also aimed arrows at the army .

The archers had held their position despite the war going on . Due to the nature of the terrain, there was no shortage of archers to defend the Earth Palace against invaders .

Among the northern users, there were hermits that came out of hiding .

“I’ve been solo for 34 years and today was the glorious day of my blind date . Interfering in relationships in Royal Road, I declare that this is a sin of the Haven Empire!”

“Come . I will clean up the dirty blood of the Central Continent!”

“I am an adventurer but I’ve never had a strong reputation . Other adventurers also have the same name . All those failed adventures, I will finally succeed today!”

There were users who enjoyed quietly hunting or adventuring alone . They liked the atmosphere of the north and happily built their lives here . Therefore, they also joined the fight .

The Earth Palace had the highest density of the best users with advanced skills .

The Haven Empire received unexpected damage when climbing the mountain but they still kept advancing . Their hearts were greedy for the achievements so they couldn’t withdraw here .

The Hermes Guild had been trained for endless battles . Despite the sacrifices in battle, they gained territory, loot and experience and the soldiers became more elite .

Even if there was a slight disadvantage, the leaders of the Hermes Guild wouldn’t retreat and only fought for their goals .

Then Weed appeared above the Earth Palace on Phoenix and yelled with Lion’s Roar .

“Army of the Arpen Kingdom, start the war!”

“For the glory of His Majesty!”

Weed earnestly started giving commands .

“Seville, the 5th army corps will be your responsibility!”

“Yes!”

The configuration of the Arpen Kingdom’s army became solid .

The knights of the north contained users and their skills were quite good . The knights and soldiers received training from the training centers along with the users in the north .

The desert warriors who were descendants of Iron-5 also created a separate unit .

The Arpen Kingdom had 5 rough army corps .

There was also Bingryong and the wyverns . They were sculptural lifeforms but were also like boss class monsters . Bingryong and Phoenix had high levels and were capable of wide aerial attacks .

The King Hydra was a monstrous beast with high health and was part of the defense corps .

Weed hurriedly conducted the 5 corps after arriving at the Earth Palace . Weed strongly yelled with Lion’s Roar .

“This place is the core of the north . Fight together to defeat the invaders!”

Naturally the northern users had an explosive reaction!

“Kkiyahu! Weed the God of War is with us!”

“We have your support . I will watch as a miracle occurs and I will return home alive . ”

Weed gave a bitter smile as he watched the enthusiasm of the people . A great commander would give encouragement to the troops and not have them question him .

‘It is a really difficult battle . A miracle really needs to happen in order to protect the Earth Palace . ’

Weed was a normal person .

The elite corps of the Haven Empire were coming towards the Earth Palace and they couldn’t be stopped .

This wasn’t a situation where tricks would win .

‘Well, I just have to do my best . ’

Arrows and magic from the 1st corps flew towards the Earth Palace .

Ddiring!

Despite the memorials blocking half of the ranged attacks, some of them struck the users . It couldn’t deal with the concentrated firepower of three corps of the Haven Empire .

“I knew it was right to change tactics today! My judgement was correct . If I continue advancing to the Earth Palace then Weed’s neck will be mine . ”

Draka told the troops that their top priority was conquering the Earth Palace .

From the Hermes Guild’s viewpoint, there was no meaning in focusing on the Weed .

The frozen land hadn’t entirely melted yet and soldiers of the Haven Empire were dying but that had nothing to do with the military situation .

The northern users on the plains were trying to save the Earth Palace but they were blocked by two corps .

The users scattered over the wide plains were frustrated .

“Ah… How did this happen? The Earth Palace is a very important place . ”

“Black Sesame Porridge unit, go over there . ”

“Bean Porridge, Leek Porridge, Herb Porridge, Mugwort Porridge and Perilla Porridge, go to the rescue!”

“Bamboo Porridge unit, there is only one important thing right now . Prevent the Haven Empire from stepping foot in the Earth Palace . We will head towards the Earth Palace . ”

The Grass Porridge Cult moved quickly . Initially the run of the large group of users was a success .

The former military experts in each unit issued commands depending on the battle . Even if such a command system wasn’t in place, a huge sea of users was charging towards the enemy .

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-There are 39 unread emails .

“Hrmm, it is really bittersweet . What happened to my popularity when I used to reign over a part of the world?”

Carlise of the Black Lion Guild .

In reality, his name was Gao Degang and he was a Chinese person who operated a traditional store in Beijing .

In the Black Lion Guild’s peak, he had received thousands of emails a day . Many of them admired Carlise or asked to join the Black Lion Guild . When they belonged to the alliance with the Hermes Guild, they had received hundreds of applications a day .

However, all that interest disappeared after they lost the battle for supremacy of the continent . It had been a few days since he accessed the homepage of Royal Road and there was only 39 emails .

“It figures . They don’t care about anyone other than the Hermes Guild . ”

The Black Lion Guild had scattered after their defeat .

Carlise bore the responsibility for the defeat and there were many internal conflicts among the users .

In its prime, the Black Lion Guild had up to 100,000 members but that situation soon changed and they scattered like sand .

Some of the former Black Lion Guild members hid like criminals on the continent while others joined the Hermes Guild . In the meantime, many wealthy people lived leisurely in resorts .

Sometimes he heard news from people who left for the north .

Gao Degang had nothing else to do so he clicked on the mailbox .

Carlise . This bastard, my resentment from the past…

Are you doing well?

Hello . I am contacting you to join a quest .

I found information about a good hunting ground .

Hey, do you want to get revenge on the Haven Empire with me?

Gao Degang gazed at the top part where it said ‘Sender: Weed . ’

“Don’t tell me… Weed?”

When he opened the email from Royal Road’s homepage, there was a sender with that name . Weed was the most common nickname .

“God of War Weed! He is showing off his skills at the Earth Palace . Overcoming the disadvantage and hammering against the Haven Empire . ”

The television was broadcasting the northern war .

Once Weed appeared, it was guaranteed that the ratings would rise dramatically . The viewers showed an ecstatic reaction .

After Gao Degang saw it on television, he read the many posts that other users wrote on the homepage of Royal Road .

“Of course it isn’t Weed the God of War . ”

After deleting the emails with grudges or abusive language, he would reply to the ones from the former Black Lion Guild members .

His cursor clicked on the email that said ‘Sender: Weed . ’

“I don’t think it is true but I should read this mail . ”

The title suggested it was a trick but he had time to waste .

But after a moment, Gao Degang felt his spirit become ice cold as he looked at the body of the mail .

When mail was sent from the homepage of Royal Road, the body of the mail would show the image of the character . The image that appeared in the mail was Weed .

He wore the Goddess’ Knight Armour and a variety of unique equipment obtained from quests .

“It really is Weed’s mail . ”

Despite not meeting directly in the Melbourne Mine, he had watched the broadcast where Bardray defeated Weed . The users of the Black Lion Guild often watched videos of Weed’s battles .

It was understandable that they would pay considerable attention to Weed .

-Well, I will skip the greetings . Isn’t it a cliché to ask if you are living well?

As you know, the Haven Empire has sent troops to conquer the north . However, this story isn’t to ask for help…

Gao Degang was confused .

He didn’t know why Weed was sending an email to him .

In fact, he thought it would be a proposal to participate in the northern war . By the time he read the email, it would be far too late for him to play a big role in the war .

In its prime, the Black Lion Guild was the 2nd best power .

In the past, the users would gather together to control whole regions or hunt dungeons . There was a proposal to go to the north together before the guild was disbanded .

Of course, Gao Degang wouldn’t take part in the northern war without any benefits .

-The Hermes Guild users will eat up the Versailles Continent if left alone .

Just wait and gather your power .

A chance will come to completely shake the Haven Empire .

A lion will be able to hunt wounded wolves .

The specifics will be told after the northern war is won .

The email ended there .

“Weed… Are you really not giving up?”

Gao Degang thought out loud .

After being defeated by the Hermes Guild, the prestigious guilds had disappeared . Despite being the God of War, he was amazed that Weed hadn’t given up yet .

“Even so, the war can’t be won with just his heart . ”

Gao Degang’s gaze turned towards the television .

Many stations were broadcasting the northern war . Each channel showed that he was at a disadvantage in the war .

Helpless!

The Haven Empire were slaying users and going up towards the Earth Palace . The users trapped at the Earth Palace weren’t defending well .

The allied forces had more favourable circumstances and were perfectly defeated . Gao Degang thought there was nothing that could be done .

“It is impossible . But if this is somehow reversed… Everything might be different . ”

The situation ahead couldn’t be seen at all .

But if the Haven Empire was defeated even once then the myth of the Hermes Guild would be shaken .

“He wouldn’t have sent this email to only me . Will I see confusion on the Versailles Continent once again?”

The Hermes Guild was unbeatable . Countless enemies of the Haven Empire shed tears of humiliation .

Weed intended to create a new myth while pulling these people together under one banner . Or to use the confusion to gather their forces .

“The Hermes Guild is sure to win . I can’t think of anything else . Can Weed really reverse this situation? It is questionable but… It would be huge if it is possible . ”

Gao Degang showed a renewed interest in the northern war .

He hated to admit it but Weed, the God of War, might really upset expectations . If he could stop the conquest of the Haven Empire then a big change could happen .

“I have to look at it properly . Don’t let me down . ”

Gao Degang turned to the television and increased the volume . Other users had already read Weed’s email .

Roam of the Roam Guild, Gunter of the Lion Star Guild, Michel of the Black Sword Mercenaries and Sherwood of the Cloud Guild .

The losers who once dominated the continent .

They watched the northern war through a crystal ball in a shabby tavern in Royal Road . The taste of beer in Royal Road far outpaced reality .

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The user Penchel was gasping for breath in the north .

‘War is war . ’

He was similar to ordinary users when he first started in Royal Road . He started Royal Road without knowing his aptitude or dream profession .

From the moment he felt exhausted in Royal Road like a hamster in a spinning wheel, it was like a new world had opened .

Everything from the winds, sea, sand, textures, smells and panoramic view of the meadows made him happy .

‘A fresh world where others haven’t been . ’

He had started in Morata and became a resident of the north from day one . He dreamed of prospering in the Arpen Kingdom .

Initially users couldn’t stray far from Morata . So he didn’t choose a profession that resided in the city like a blacksmith or tailor .

Penchel didn’t necessarily want to run around the world on adventures .

Despite the large cities on the Versailles Continent, nothing could compare to the Northern Continent in his mind .

‘The knights . They are roaming around on horseback . Defending the weak . ’

He raised his level and combat skills from hunting and dungeons near Morata .

He wasn’t limited by profession and could learn warrior combat skills . After learning warrior skills, he became a knight .

Penchel travelled through the north with adventurers and merchants as a knight . Sometimes he would defend villages against the threat of monsters .

He had joined the Grass Porridge Cult since the early days so it was understandable that he would come to the Earth Palace .

‘The Arpen Kingdom was built on a wilderness . This is the fruit of many people’s efforts . ’

Those who started in Morata had complete loyalty to the north .

Even so, the users were well aware of their limits . If they fought one on one with a Hermes Guild users then they would die so they targeted the stragglers .

“Hat!”

Penchel ran to one Imperial soldier and successfully defeated them with six attacks . The large steel shield used by the Haven Empire was dropped as loot .

He felt a thrill through his body .

‘Strong . But I’ve used too much mana . It would be cool if I could win with just three attacks . ’

His short breaths made him more nervous .

‘I’m not alone . In order to protect the Arpen Kingdom, I must kill even one more . ’

Penchel only rested for a brief moment before looking for the next opponent .

Weed stood at the main gate of the Earth Palace . A aura of radiant fire was blazing around his body and he was the envy of millions of users .

“Weed, the knight Randemir has sent you a challenge . ”

“As King of the Arpen Kingdom, I’ve heard vague things about you . I’ll settle this with you . ”

“I enjoy killing… But you are just one dot!”

A large number of Haven Empire troops rushed out towards Weed .

They were figures with levels 450, 460 or 470 . Hestiger wasn’t there so they had confidence in facing Weed . The mounts were ridden over obstacles towards Weed .

However, Weed wasn’t alone .

The barbarian warrior Bahamorg!

The strongest warrior who led the sculptural lifeforms was beside Weed . He was even escorted by high level users of the north .

The avians led by Golden Bird and Silver Bird flew around in order to give Weed support . The Hermes Guild users were removed one by one .

He lost a significant amount of levels in the quest but Weed wasn’t badly weakened by it . His stats were supplemented by his adventures and he defeated Hermes Guild members wearing brilliant armour .

The morale of the northern users were raised by Weed!

Penchel stared at him with eyes full of envy .

‘One day I will be able to fight like that . I want to become stronger in areas other than the north . ’

Penchel had a similar mind to the other northern users .

Included in those users was Bart .

‘So many people are following him . His influence in Royal Road is really amazing . ’

An uproar was taking place among the users . In some cases, the users even pretended to die in front of Weed .

As a plain merchant, Bart didn’t even dare approach the King of the Arpen Kingdom . Just the fact that he knew Weed was enough .

Of course, many people wouldn’t believe his words .

‘Although my daughter is too good…’

Bart stood next to a pillar and watched his combat capabilities . The Hermes Guild users just passed by him since Weed had a higher priority than a plain merchant .

Then Weed and Bart’s eyes suddenly met .

“Eh?”

“W-Weed?”

Distant voices could be heard . Weed’s gaze was soon blocked by the Hermes Guild members .

Bart was humbled .

‘I will pretend ignorance . ’

He was embarrassed that he wasn’t wearing the expensive outfit of a merchant .

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