madnovel Chapter 266: The Mighty Power of Technology from Another World!
Chapter 266: The Mighty Power of Technology from Another World!
Chapter 266: The Mighty Power of Technology from Another World!
Nord's solemn reminder didn't receive much attention, and Joyce was eagerly urging Duke Rickman to launch an attack; he couldn't wait to sever the heads of the rebels!
"Since that's the case, let it be you in the vanguard, Count Joyce!" Rickman patted his shoulder, encouraging him.
"Duke Rickman, this... This might not be appropriate. Conquering these mine slaves concerns the heir's candidacy. The credit should be given to others," Joyce hesitated. He only had a few hundred borrowed men; if they charged too far ahead and got surrounded by the enemy, these people wouldn't risk their lives to protect him.
"If you lack courage, step aside, Joyce. No wonder you were driven out of your own territory by those lowly mine slaves!" a young count mocked.
"Johnson, you..." Joyce was both angry and furious, but before he could finish, the count turned to Duke Rickman, taking the initiative to challenge. He was willing to personally lead the cavalry and crush these rebel forces!
"Good! I'll give you a cavalry of two thousand. Disperse them at the fastest speed!" Rickman said sternly. "If you fail, I think you know the consequences!"
Confidently, Johnson pounded his chest, cavalry having significant superiority over infantry, especially against a group of poor people wielding hoes and mining tools. With a concentrated charge, all that's left is slaughter!
The other nobles looked at Johnson with envy and jealousy. Previously, they were unwilling to lose too many of their guards, so they didn't vie for credit. Unexpectedly, Duke Rickman was so generous, allowing Johnson to lead the entire cavalry.
It was clear that after this battle, Johnson, who obtained the credit, would undoubtedly receive praise and rewards from the new king!
"Nord, bishops, we'll rely on you next!" Rickman turned to the priests clad in white robes, politely addressing them.
"Prepare the spells, everyone!" Nord nodded, and along with the priests and bishops, placed their hands on their chests, performing a peculiar praying gesture and chanting in a melodious, elusive tone.
"Great Lord of the Stars, Goddess of the Moon, creators of all things in this world, we pray for your mercy, grant your humble servants endless courage and strength..."
Resonant chants echoed across the wilderness, dazzling white light shining upon everyone present, nobles and soldiers alike, filling their bodies with vitality, dispelling the fatigue from the long march...
This was the Fourth Circle Divine Art - the "Anthem of Divine Courage"!
Compared to the First Circle Divine Art, "Fear Dissipation," its range had increased a thousandfold, requiring seven bishops as guides and dozens of priests casting spells together to barely utilize it.
"Indeed, it's wizards!" Nord's expression instantly turned serious. Apparently, he mistook the cannon roar as a form of powerful magic. But he quickly reassured them.
"Don't be overly concerned, Duke Rickman. I had anticipated this. The Fourth Circle Divine Art we just performed possesses a strong anti-magic effect. Under the protection of the divine light, those peculiar sorceries won't have much effect..."
Rickman's tense expression relaxed a bit. He was about to praise the blessing of the gods when a continuous barrage of cannon fire descended from above!
Not far in front of them, a cavalryman charging forward was unfortunately hit head-on by a cannonball, reduced to a mass of fragments. The shockwave and the dust kicked up by the explosion sent the surrounding cavalry tumbling, splattering blood and soil onto Rickman's luxurious clothing...
Grim scenes played out in every corner of the battlefield... Rickman was momentarily stunned, his face ashen as he looked towards Nord, who stood nearby.
Is this what you call anti-magic and divine protection?
At that moment, Nord was equally shocked. He could tell that the divine spell specifically meant to resist magic had utterly failed to have any effect. Could it be that the followers of those sinister gods had developed some sort of sorcery that could bypass the protective divine magic?
Nord's expression turned somewhat unpleasant, but he still spoke firmly. "It seems these followers of the sinister gods are more formidable than I imagined. However, they won't be able to hold out for long. Such powerful magic consumes terrifying amounts of energy!"
Surely there couldn't be an entire legion of wizards hiding behind the valley, bombarding indiscriminately?
This was within the kingdom; it was impossible for so many powerful wizards to sneak in...
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