When Abaddon personally entered the field, the entire Cadia quickly felt an unprecedented pressure.
Although they had fended off Chaos's attacks time and time again, Cadia's greatest weakness was exposed facing Abaddon's full-scale advance with the Black Legion.
Too few people!!
When Duanmu Huai arrived at Cadia, only some remnants from other planets and local survivors were left. Under the command of Lord Kreid and the arrival of Duanmu Huai and others, they successfully repelled the Black Legion's attack. But that was because the opponent was in a rush and underestimated the small and pitiful Cadia forces, leading to a sudden counterattack that caught them off guard.
However, when the Black Legion calmed down and began a full-scale, all-out assault, Cadia's defense lines instantly became extremely precarious.
Even though the Blackstone Fortress was destroyed, the Mountain Array was far from intact. It had engaged in a chaotic battle before arriving at the Cadian System and had many of its facilities destroyed. After the battle with the Blackstone Fortress, although the Mountain Array managed to destroy the Blackstone Fortress, it was also riddled with wounds itself. Additionally, the Mountain Array was already short on personnel, no better off than the Blackstone Fortress now blasted to pieces.
Not to mention the "Guards" of the warships around the Mountain Array; many were in worse shape than the Mountain Array itself. Calling them Guards was a stretch; it was more like they were using the Mountain Array as cover!
Thus, when the Black Fleet once again launched an attack on Cadia with a silent yet unwavering momentum, the Mountain Array and its remaining fleet parts could only focus on combating the space fleet, unable to spare attention elsewhere.
And upon confirming that the Mountain Array and other warships couldn't provide ground cover, Abaddon waved his hand, and all the legions surged forward like a black tide, launching the final assault on Kraft Polygon Fort!!
The frontline was critical!!
In the command room, flashing red lights were everywhere, and Lord Kreid was trying his best, but to no avail.
Not enough people is just not enough.
Can't win is just can't win.
The current Cadia garrison was like a battered kid facing a group of muscular men.
How to fight?
With what to fight?
To win, a miracle would be needed!
However, even so, they did not give up.
Because........ Cadia stands unyielding!!
Sitting on the chair, Duanmu Huai stared at the command room before him, watching the busy crowd. His fingers repeatedly contracted and expanded, wisps of Spirit Light emerging from them. No one noticed that Duanmu Huai was silently imprinting cards using his power as a Soul Messenger.
Imprint Card refers to materializing the cards stored in the Card Library for use, but it consumes a tremendous amount of Strength, especially for those Legendary Rank cards. Moreover, the player needs to have collected them, fortunately, Duanmu Huai still had his secondary account's Card Library. Although the main account couldn't use these cards, once imprinted, they could be used just the same.
As for the Spiritual Energy consumed? His smile grew slightly wider, thinking about it — power casually acquired was utterly enjoyable to use. Since it came from the wind, why care about it?
This is...... the last one.
Seeing the last card go into the library, Duanmu Huai stood up. A slight smile appeared on his lips; if the Chaos Evil God is so shamelessly taking direct action, then don't blame him for being unceremonious.
"Lord Kreid, I have a suggestion."
"Sir Judge? Do you have any proposals?"
Lord Kreid responded offhandedly amidst his stressful busyness, not even lifting his head to look at Duanmu Huai, his focus entirely on the battlefield.
"This is my suggestion: I hope you can redeploy all the garrison troops on the frontline back to Kraft Polygon Fort."
"......?"
Upon hearing Duanmu Huai's words, Lord Kreid raised his head, looking at him in confusion.
"If you want to win, follow what I say. I guarantee in the name of the Tribunal, this battle will not be lost."
"I don't understand."
For the first time, Lord Kreid shifted his attention from the map to Duanmu Huai, who was staring right back at him.
"You should know very well, Lord Kreid, continuing like this will only lead to total annihilation. Unless reinforcements come..... but as it stands, the odds aren't looking great, are they? Therefore, I hope you can summon all the soldiers back to the Bastion; this way, I can use the Tribunal's power to strengthen them."
"Are you referring to some sacrificial ritual?"
Lord Kreid's expression became more solemn, yet Duanmu Huai's expression didn't change in the slightest.
"Of course not. As for what I am going to do..... you will know when the time comes, so...... do you agree?"
".........."
Lord Kreid did not respond immediately; he fixed his gaze on Duanmu Huai. Duanmu knew what he was thinking — he was contemplating whether this might be a trap by the Chaotic Demon. Perhaps the person before him was a traitor or agent of Chaos, trying to earn trust only to betray and fatally strike at the most critical moment....
Considering the state of this world, Duanmu Huai could understand. So he simply stared back, waiting for his reply.
Lord Kreid was silent for a long time, staring at the scarlet warnings on the screen before him, then took a deep breath and looked at Duanmu Huai.
"I hope you won't disappoint me, Great Judge."
Under Lord Kreid's orders, the battling soldiers began to retreat slowly. Though they didn't understand what Lord Kreid intended, they still obeyed his command. Meanwhile, the warriors of the Black Legion started pursuing, and in no time, the situation, already unstable, lunged towards collapse.
"It's now."
Standing on the platform of the High Tower, gazing at the battlefield around him, Duanmu Huai whispered silently. Then, the Soul Card in his hand suddenly flashed with brilliance!
"—————————!"
A golden light pierced through the thick clouds above Cadia, shining down upon Duanmu Huai, enveloping his entire being in a dazzling golden glow. Soon after, the apparition of a girl silently emerged from behind Duanmu Huai!
Meanwhile, Duanmu Huai played his first card.
[Yera's Prayer: Whenever the Main Fighter recovers Life, grant all Servants a +1/+1 effect]
But this was not the end. Soon, Duanmu Huai played his second card.
"Clang—————!!"
The melodious sound of a bell rang out, echoing across the chaotic battlefield outside the Kraft Polygon Fort. For a moment, everyone, whether Cadian Soldiers or the Chaos Minions of the Black Legion, was stunned and instinctively looked towards the source of the sound. They saw a gigantic white clock tower emerging from the cloud depths, with a golden bell radiating light as brilliant as the sun.
[Golden Bell (Entry Song): Restore 1 point of Life Value to your Main Fighter]
"Clang—————!!!"
The Golden Bell rang again, the resonant bell sound merging with the prayer of the phantom girl behind Duanmu Huai, spreading across the battlefield. Everyone who heard this bell sound, whether Astarte, Priests of the Mechanical Religion, Combat Nuns, or Cadian Soldiers, felt invigorated, as a warm current mingling with Strength surged through them. They then noticed a faint golden glow emanating from their bodies!
Duanmu Huai stood on the platform, staring down at the battlefield. His right hand gripped a War Hammer, and his left hand held a resplendent urn, inside which a pile of glinting Gold Coins formed a small mountain, clearly visible.
[Relic of Wishes: Whenever a Servant of the Archbishop enters your battlefield, restore 1 point of Life Value to your Main Fighter]
Behind Duanmu Huai, Lord Kreide stood gaping, his mouth open wide, staring in disbelief at the sacred scene unfolding before his eyes.
"Clang———————"
The bell rang once more.
The crumbling outer walls of Kraft Polygon Fort collapsed, and the radiant light shone through the breach. The Holy Temple, once sealed within a dark cavern, reemerged into the world.
[Cavern Holy Temple: At the start of your turn, summon 'Sacred Knights' into play]
"Da-da, da-da, da-da..."
Hoofbeats sounded as the mounted souls emerged from the Holy Temple, raising Longswords and shouting in fury.
"Hua-la—————"
With the appearance of the Sacred Knights, the Gold Coins stored within Duanmu Huai's relic silently transformed into a streak of golden light, and simultaneously, Yera's prayer resounded once again!
Power continued to surge.
The faint golden glow surrounding the Guard Soldiers began to grow brighter, and feeling the energy coursing through them, the warriors roared and raised their weapons, charging once more towards the army of Chaos!
But it wasn't over yet!
"Clang—————!!"
As the third bell rang out, the Sacred White Celestial Gate slowly manifested in the sky. A warm radiance shone down upon Kraft Polygon Fort. What was once desolate ground, desecrated by blood, war, and death, was now reinvigorated, blanketed with verdant grass and flowers. The bloodstains and grime on Kraft Polygon Fort seemed to be swept away, vanishing without a trace.
[Radiant Holy Domain: Whenever a Servant enters your battlefield, grant that Servant a +1/+1 effect]
Meanwhile, the Demons seemed to sense something amiss. Although the ground battle had reached a stalemate, the Hell Flying Dragons roared as they swooped across the battlefield, their decayed breaths filled with corruption and evil, charging towards where Duanmu Huai stood!
However, at that moment, the Radiant Dragon with white wings descended from the heavens, its holy wings spread wide, as it lunged at the Daemon Engines before it!
Humph, come on, who's afraid of whom?
Gazing at the battlefield before him, Duanmu Huai coldly smirked. This Yera's Prayer set was his small account's frequently used battlefield set, with its core being the tactical strategy of strengthening allies through Yera's healing. By rapidly recovering Life repeatedly, it boosted allied combat strength to the maximum.
Of course, whether Soul Cards or mortals, such enhancement has its limits.
But for Duanmu Huai, this was enough.
You, Black Legion, with your lack of honor, come bullying us under the blessing of Chaos Evil God. Really think we can't fight?
Now, this is right. You have enhancements, and I have enhancements too.
This is what's called bloody fairness!!
Afterward, Duanmu Huai raised his War Hammer, and another card flashed over its tip, transforming into overwhelming rain of radiant light descending from the heavens, enveloping both friend and foe!
Surrounded by the Rain of Light, the warriors were surprised to find their wounds healing rapidly, whereas for the Demons and Chaos Believers, this light rain felt like acid, forcing out their pained screams.
[Merciful Gospel: Restore 3 points of Life Value to your Main Fighter and all Servants]
Never underestimate these 3 points; in reality, unless you're dead, even if you're near death, it can bring you back to minor injuries in an instant!
"Warriors!"
Duanmu Huai lowered his War Hammer, shouting angrily. His voice echoed around Kraft Polygon Fort, resonating beneath the sky of the battlefield.
"In the name of the Tribunal, guard humans, exterminate Demons! Cadia remains unyielding!"
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