Chapter 303: The Passing of the Imperial Capital
It's just that it's still on the march, and this matter can't be cleared up for a while.
"I'll tell you later. ”
Leon was not easy to ask, so he could only march in a hurry with doubts.
Viewed from the air, the Iron Shield Legion's withdrawal was orderly and not chaotic at all. When the general army loses the battle, it is all scattered in a hurry, and it cannot be called back. Therefore, as long as you crush one-third of the enemy's elite, the remaining two-thirds will be scattered, and you don't need to use your hands at all. The organization and discipline of the army are extremely poor, and only the elite is slightly better. But almost none of the soldiers of the Iron Shield Legion wanted to escape, and all of them followed the large army. Wayne also had to admit that the Four Legions were the pinnacle of the Cold Weapon Era.
On the other side, Wayne also successfully reconciled with the Dragon's Breath Corps, and one of the purposes for him not to take the train was to see Marshall and discuss with him the next defense.
Hearing that the Iron Shield Legion had not been supported for more than half a day, Marshall's eyes widened like goose eggs, as if he was listening to something unimaginable.
"It seems that we all underestimated the strength of the Magister. ”
Wayne didn't dig any deeper, and said to the map.
"Now that we have lost the imperial capital, we will build a defense line along the Canghe River. It is about 100 kilometers away from the imperial capital, and we can reach it in seven days. And I could have more time to deploy the First Army, and the flat terrain on this side of the river was also suitable for artillery firing. At the same time, we were able to hide the artillery in the valley on the other side. ”
Looking at this thin and winding line, it should be much smaller if it is in real proportions. After all, the widest channel of the Cangjiang River is only 100 meters, and this is a map of the entire north, but the meaning can be indicated. Assholl looked at the long line that stretched across most of the map, and experience taught him that it was a reliable natural line of defense. However, Marshall was clearly aware of the existence of the Magister.
"What if they have a magician who knows how to water, and what's worse is that the magister can take off, and we can't guarantee the safety of the hot air balloon. Without this vantage point, the artillery would lose its eyes and would be difficult to do any damage. ”
Wayne thought about it, too!
If you are unlucky enough to run into a water magister, it is not a good thing to drown yourself directly in a flood. And the enemy has more than twenty Magisters. It is possible that such a magister exists.
Looking at the huge map of the north, Wayne felt for a moment that it was no place.
"Then where do you think it's better to build a defensive line?"
Marshall said categorically.
"I think it's best not to defend your line. ”
Wayne frowned.
"And what are you going to do?"
Marshall was thrilled.
'I think we can attack and go around behind them. ”
Marshall drew a large circle on the map up to the back of Bens City.
"Now that the Falcon and Liger are attacking so quickly, the follow-up troops must not have kept up. We can cut off his supply lines on the one hand, and we can harass him from behind. Maybe they'll leave the imperial capital. ”
Wayne seized on the hole.
"If the armies of the nobles come from behind immediately, then you will be besieged in the middle. And you've made such a detour, it's hard to say that you'll be able to arrive before the nobles arrive. ”
Marshall grinned.
"How did I say I went?"
Wayne's eyebrows rose, half-shocked.
"You want the Iron Shield Legion to go! They have just finished the battle, and they are exhausted, so let them intersperse behind enemy lines, is it appropriate?"
Marshall shook his hand and explained.
"The Iron Shield Legion is best at cavalry, and it is very mobile, so it will definitely arrive before the noble army arrives. In order to occupy the imperial capital, the Falcon and the Lion and Tiger Legion must divide their troops to control the surrounding passes, and their forces are scattered, which is their opportunity. And now that they have lost the battle, they must be unconvinced, and they must want to get back on the field. ”
"But now they're more than half wounded. ”
Wayne said.
"Don't you, Count Nils, also have cavalry?"
Marshall craned his neck and gestured to the white-clad regiment behind Wayne. Wayne also glanced at the white-clad group in the direction he was pointing. Make up your mind.
"Okay, that's it, and as soon as the Iron Shield Legion and the horses arrive, I'll let them go. ”
Marshall's meaning is obvious, with the Magister there will be no reliable line of defense, and the only way is to weave back and forth on the enemy's front in order to wear down the enemy's main force.
Wayne didn't stop to wait for the shield, but rushed to Nolan with a few men. He also had several army groups and lords to mobilize, and the number was not less than 400,000. Well-armed and well-trained, it was far from being something that those aristocratic armies could contend with. Another thing is to launch the industrial base and deliver materials for the superficial non-stop.
Boris and Cologne were overjoyed when they received the report from the Lion Tiger and Falcon Legion. To be honest, although they knew the strength of the Magus, they still had some drums in their hearts about how much role they could play on the battlefield.
Now it seems that they are right to concentrate a lot of resources on cultivating mages. It's just that Coren is a little cautious. Boris has such a strong Magister, but he doesn't, although they are fighting together and uniting the front, but they are still somewhat psychological. There is a different view on the characters who lead the troops.
In fact, there are only two marshals who have no background, but have excellent strength, and there are only two to choose from. Stanley of the Falcon and Sipley of the Lion and Tiger. The two of them meant to choose one of them, but Coren was a little hesitant now. Shouldn't I support the surrender of military power? Give yourself some way back.
"Do you think it's better to have Stanley as the marshal or Zipley, I personally prefer Zipley, he is more stable and suitable to be the backbone. Zipley, on the other hand, is more impulsive and suited as a surprise soldier rather than a main general. Coren said, "How about my analysis." ”
Boris patted Koren to bring the lost old man back to reality.
"I think it's better not to have a manager, because there will be an imbalance in the hearts of the generals. And such a large army is difficult to command by one person. ”
Boris said.
"I chose a backbone, not a marshal who commanded so many people. ”
"In that case, the two of us won't do it. ”
Coren remained unwilling to compromise.
Boris noticed something was wrong, and Coren promised himself a few days ago to choose a manager. Why is it backtracking now?
"Then how about we split the army into ten parts, and find a corps commander for each. ”
Coren nodded.
"But maybe it's just a matter of choosing. ”
Trying out Cologne's attitude, Boris's heart sank. Now that there is a gap between the two of them, and they still expect these ten army commanders to cooperate with each other? The already divided situation will get even more out of control.