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"The Undead Legion is actually very different from other armies. It's not just that the undead don't have reason, don't have normal fear and cowering, and therefore never flinch, can't buy bribes, don't need natural conditions like food and water, there's another aspect. When commanding other armies – such as the Knights or the Greenskins – I had to use banners, horns, lieutenants, heralds, etc., to gain control of the army. Naturally, there are inevitable delays. However, the undead legions are completely dominated by magic, and only need to use a simple control spell, or even a black magic to guide the army, to move the army forward or backward. ”

"It is this characteristic that gives the undead legion an advantage when it comes to the battle formation. I set up the formation in a short amount of time before the battle – it's almost as simple as putting pieces on the board. Many people think that the Dark Mage is the middle level of the Undead Legion, but in fact, the Black Mage is not so much the middle level as they are the logistics troops. Commanding the battle of the undead legion, in a sense, is indeed my own war. During the battle with Leto, Leto originally planned not to give me time to set up the formation, but in fact this plan could not be carried out at all. Because I don't need as much time as normal to set up the formation. Before he could react, I set up the formation and took the initiative to attack. ”

"Of course, this characteristic of the Undead Legion is not always good. Normally, my command can only reach the level of a thousand-man army, and even the limit can only reach the level of a hundred-man army...... In the case of ordinary armies, such as the Green Skin Legion, battles with less than 100 men can be entrusted to the small leaders, allowing them to exert their command ability and assault role, and maximize the combat power of the soldiers from a microscopic perspective. In other words, in a battle of less than 100 people, the undead army is simply carrying out an uncoordinated attack, and there is only one way to win, that is, relying on numerical superiority to drag down and wear down the enemy. ”

"This makes the undead legion not very strong in combat. In fact, many accounts of the Kalian War tell about this incident. However, because of my personal experience, I still feel different from the past. ”

"In the undead legion, there are almost no perfect troops. Either a unit like bestial vampires or ghouls that has some judgment but lacks discipline, or a unit that lacks intelligence and judgment......"

Ashrufat stopped. Almost, he has recorded all the insights of this battle and recorded them in his diary.

"It's time. Your subordinates are waiting for you. In her mind, Carrie reminded. "Keep a diary and write it the next time you get a chance. ”

"Okay. Ashrufat replied. The war is over, and everyone knows that for a long time, there will be no more forces to pose a military threat to Sivania – especially the Ryans. The vampires don't come with the undead legions, and they have to thank goodness.

According to Carrie, now that the war is over, it is an opportunity to consolidate her rule. It is necessary to take advantage of this opportunity to reward subordinates, solve a large number of problems left over from the war, and make a good basic plan for future rule, so as to transform the rudimentary form of rudimentary rule from the original crude arrangement into a reliable way of rule.

Because of this, Ashruphat held a meeting in his castle and asked all his men to attend together—from the most reliable to the least reliable. Carrie said it was for what "expanding the ruling base". At this moment, everyone was already in their seats in the conference room of the castle. According to a deep-seated notion of privilege, Ashrufat needed the last to attend.

He stepped out of the study and walked down the aisle to the conference room.

"Do you remember that I have set the agenda for your meetings, which are great opportunities for you to show the demeanor of a ruler, and you must appear to be in good hands, or it may cause ...... Lots of ...... Hidden trouble. ”

"I'm really not good at these things. Ashrufat replied with emotion in his mind.

"There are only two ways to rule, the first is management ability, and the second is power skill. Master, I can help you with the first point, but the second point ...... It's up to you to do it on your own. However, I have provided you with special training and tips, and I believe you will be able to handle it well. ”

"I got it. ”

"Also, please keep in mind what I have given you. At the meeting, I'm afraid I may not have time to give you a hint or explanation......"

"I remember. Ashruphat replied a little impatiently as he walked. "It is necessary to use power tricks to divide the top level and establish an image of strong power to deter them; for the middle level, we must try to provide opportunities for promotion to the top of the ranks, so as to obtain their service and loyalty; and we must provide material preferential policies for the bottom level, at least to ensure that they can survive. ”

"Nice, host. This is the principle of the way of internal rule. As long as you follow this principle, your rule can last forever. Carrie said. "By the way, master, I suggest that you don't reveal the identities of Leia and Scarlet so directly. By doing so, you create uncontrollable risks. Léa, in particular, doesn't have the ability to protect herself...... I suggest that it is better to use a tactful, indirect way...... In order to protect them, you had better be aware of this. ”

"Rest assured, there were no female guests at this meeting. Ashrufat replied. "And I know it...... Actually......"

"You don't have to feel guilty. When they agreed to marry you, they realized this. Carrie said.

The conference room was already full. The castle's conference room was huge—in fact, there was room for nearly a hundred people—but it was packed at the moment. A few representatives of the Dark Mage, a whole squad of the former rebels, the former officials who had taken refuge in the Ashurus Sect during his subjugation of all of Sylvania, and a group of tribal leaders of the Hama tribe, etc., filled the room.

It should be said that everyone is waiting for this meeting. It was a deep-seated habit that, after the war was over, both the victors and the losers (if they still existed) would hold such meetings to make a unified approach to the aftermath of the war. As anyone with a discerning eye knows, the Scarlet Duke had been preparing for war before, so his rule over Sivania was only a rudimentary foundation, with the goal of barely being able to maintain order and carry out daily activities. Now that the war is over, if he really wants to divide one side, he must establish a new ruling order.

Ashrufat walked into the room and looked around. Everyone was busy saluting him, but he only waved his hand to show that there was no need to be polite.

"Look, master, this is the prerogative of the ruler. In her mind, Carrie said in a very excited tone. "Notice that each of them needs something different, and you have to think about that. Take the Dark Mages, for example. All they need is a safe research environment and more sources of knowledge. They can get both of these things from your hands with certainty, so you can put them in the last position at this meeting. I would like to set up a place to serve as an academy of the Dark Arts, and by the way, store the undead legions that you don't need for the time being...... That's it. ”

"And Damon and a few of his companions. Either way, they are not qualified to ask you for a reward. You just need to take care of their position a little bit when dealing with some specific things. They are now in awe and fear of you and will not contradict any of your decisions. ”

"The officials who have sworn allegiance to you...... Well, while their loyalty is not very reliable, as evidenced by Meno's case, they are still worth utilizing. Originally, you just had to pretend to listen to them a little bit and settle their minds. But these people are also cunning, and they actually managed to get together with your trusted Eric and make him their spokesperson. Speaking of which, you also have to consider Eric's position. ”

"And the men of the former rebels. They are your most loyal and reliable subordinates, and they make up for the lack of dark magicians. You have to be mindful of their attitude and give them the right rewards......"

"Carrie, have you decided everything, just let me go through the motions and show up?" Ashrufat asked Carrie in his mind as he sat down.

"Ha Lu Ha...... How could it be. Actually, I'm just giving you advice, host. ”

As with all meetings in this world, after a brief period of politeness, Ashrufat began to speak. Of course, the content of the whole meeting was actually prepared by Carrie a long time ago. He just had to come up with the plan Carrie had prepared one by one.

"The first thing is about Meno. ”

The vampire's tone was very cold, but this sentence made everyone's hearts "chuckle".

Previously, when the Ryan Bergers entered Meno through the path, the entire region quickly responded to the Bernard Force's call to provide them with support. But now, with the outcome of the war decided, these people will have to pay the price for their choices. Now that the vampires' men have regained control of the area, no one knows what will happen to those who are in the wrong position.

In fact, the matter itself is too sensitive, so no one dares to speak out and express their position until the attitude of the vampire is known.

"Lord Duke...... I recommend...... Follow the usual method of dealing with traitors...... ......"Since there was no one in the audience to speak, a dark mage was the first to propose.

The so-called usual method of dealing with traitors is actually a very old method. Usually it is the length of the victor's sword, or the height of the wheels of a normal carriage. Adult men above this height were put to death, and all women and children were reduced to slavery as punishment for betrayers.

"Carrie, what do you think?" Ashrufat asked in his mind.

"Master, if I am at my disposal, it is to follow this advice and deal with everything with the sword. Referring to the oldest practice, this is the simplest, most labor-saving, and most effective with the least sequelae. However, I don't think you agree with me. In her mind, Carrie said these words in the calmest and sweetest tone, and if the others present could hear Carrie's voice, they would probably feel creepy.

"You're quite right. Ashruphat replied in his mind. "Any other comments?"

"The second way is to foster a minority to dominate the majority. According to Neil's information, there were five or six villages in the Meno area that had not responded to the Ryans. You are to praise those who have always been loyal to you, and to give them all kinds of privileges. But remember, for every good you give them, you have to do the same bad to those who betray you. For example, if you reduce taxes in these villages, you have to pass them on to other villages. That's pretty much the idea. ”

"Does this have any special significance?"

"It's so significant...... You don't have the authority to explain the sociology behind it, but I can tell you that it's artificially splitting them into two factions. The minority must be attached to you to maintain its existence. In this way, you get a group of followers and you borrow their hands to control those who are naysayers. ”