landbeastnovel Chapter 29: Launching the All-Out Offensive.
Chapter 29: Launching the All-Out Offensive.
—Overseas, Poseidon Island.
As dawn broke, the sea twenty miles off Poseidon Island remained devoid of life. Hundreds of Spirit Hall warships lay prostrate on the waves like behemoths, their dark gold runes gleaming coldly in the dim light.
The warship at the very center, with the words "Spirit Hall" inscribed on its flagship, stands a hundred feet tall. The six-winged angel statue carved on its prow has piercing eyes, overlooking the Seagod Island shrouded in shadow in the distance.
Tens of thousands of soldiers were lined up on various warships, their golden badges fluttering in the morning breeze, their very breath carrying the rhythm of iron and blood.
Inside the main warship, a group of Title Douluos gathered around a massive sand table, discussing strategies as the battle between the two sides was being depicted on the table.
Murong Fuhai held a thin stick and drew on the sand table, analyzing the battle situation as he did so.
"The protective barrier of Poseidon Island is three times stronger than expected, but after several months of bombing and with everyone's help, it is enough to tear a gap. The follow-up supplies have all arrived a few days ago, and now we have enough gunpowder. At most, one salvo will blast the barrier open."
Because the Spirit Hall army was overwhelming, and Haimara was in a crucial period of seclusion, the Seven Sacred Pillar Guardians, relying on the power of the Sacred Pillars, activated a protective barrier covering a ten-mile radius around Seagod Island, which was very difficult to break.
Furthermore, they dispatched troops to confront the Spirit Hall. While the Spirit Hall's naval capabilities were formidable, their army possessed the Red Barbarian Cannons, whose long-range firepower suppressed the enemy, inflicting heavy losses on them.
However, due to the weather at sea and the protective shield, many soldiers of the Spirit Hall army were not used to the climate. In the six months that followed, with the support of a large number of sea spirit beasts, the Spirit Hall lost nearly 10,000 soldiers due to the war or their own discomfort.
However, Murong Fuhai paused for a moment before pointing out the problem.
"Although our army currently holds the upper hand, our soldiers are not skilled in naval warfare, and the climate of the sea has greatly reduced their strength. In addition, the Sea God Island has sent out a lot of sonic dolphins to constantly interfere with the army's sound waves, causing many soldiers to faint intermittently and foam at the mouth."
Although the Phantom Dolphins are weak in strength, they are numerous, with a single pod consisting of tens of thousands of dolphins. Their collective sonic attacks, while having little effect on Soul Masters, severely disrupt ordinary soldiers.
"Therefore, I suggest that we launch a full-scale offensive in two days. Once the barrier is broken, the entire army should charge forward and begin the final battle!"
Of all those present, Murong Fuhai possessed the highest military strength and was appointed marshal. Therefore, he had a comprehensive view of the overall situation and made the most intuitive insights into the war.
Upon hearing Murong Fuhai's words, Qian Pocheng, who was in the lead, nodded and then said with a solemn expression:
"Marshal Murong is right. This battle has been going on for too long. If it continues like this, these tens of thousands of soldiers will eventually be disrupted and their fighting strength will decrease."
As he spoke, Qianpo City looked in the direction of Seagod Island.
"Moreover, we don't have much time left."
So, Qian Pocheng reached out and grabbed the Spirit Hall's array flag on the sand table, moved it forward, and placed it in front of Seagod Island, a ruthless glint in his eyes.
"Then attack! The entire army will rest for two days. After two days, the decisive battle will begin!!!"
"We accept the order!!" Upon hearing this, everyone bowed in response.
……,
—Poseidon Island.
On Seagod Island, Poseidon looked into the distance, with the seven guardians of the Holy Pillars following behind. Among them, Seahorse Douluo said:
"Holy Maiden, the barrier may not hold."
"Hmph, I don't know where the Spirit Hall found that kind of weapon. Our army was blasted to death a thousand meters away before we even got close. Even our warships couldn't withstand it." Sea Dragon Douluo also sneered.
"The protective barrier is now too weakened. If the opponent launches another attack, it will definitely shatter."
"Yes, Holy Maiden, when will the High Priest emerge from seclusion?"
The other guardians also shared their stories.
Poseidon looked out over the island with a grave expression, then shook his head.
"Our teacher is currently at a crucial stage in his breakthrough, so we can only stall for time. Issue the order to gather the remaining troops and the entire Sea Soul Master Legion. Once the Spirit Hall launches its final assault, we must stop them!"
"Yes." The seven guardians of the sacred pillars bowed in response, then turned and left.
Poseidon sighed, and with a flash, flew towards the Temple of Poseidon.
Inside the Temple of Poseidon, Haimara sat cross-legged before the statue of Poseidon, surrounded by countless rays of Poseidon's light, exuding a magnificent aura.
Poseidon looked around outside the hall, sighed, and said, "Teacher, time is running out for Poseidon Island."
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—Two days later.
As the first rays of sunlight pierced the clouds, the sea suddenly boiled. Thousands of sea spirit beasts leaped from the depths, led by a colossal demonic great white shark.
Behind them were dozens of warships, on which stood six or seven thousand soldiers in full crystal blue armor, each wielding a trident or a spear.
On the main warship, Poseidon stood alongside the seven guardians of the Holy Pillars.
……,
Ugh~
The melodious bugle call sounded, and the war drums beat, their booming sounds resonating deep within. Murong Fuhai stood at the bow of the ship, drew his sword from his waist, and gave the order.
"All troops, attack!!!"
Accompanied by the thunderous sound of war drums, dozens of warships headed towards Poseidon Island. All the soldiers stood ready, with the Black Flame Army standing in neat rows at the front, their eyes blazing.
Qian Pocheng and the other titled Douluo were also inside the warship, waiting to make their move.
The warship moved quickly and soon arrived outside the barrier of Seagod Island. Upon seeing this, Murong Fuhai waved his hand.
"All the cannons, fire a salvo! Blast this turtle shell open!!"
"Yes."
The deputy beside him quickly raised a bright red flag. Since they were at sea, messengers relied on flags and war drums to issue commands.
dong dong dong! !
As the three drumbeats sounded, each warship, upon receiving the signal, struck its drum three times in response to the main warship and to relay orders to the other warships.
Soon, all the warships received the order, and hundreds of Hongyi cannons stood ready. After the war began, the Martial Spirit Hall continued to manufacture Hongyi cannons. In the past six months, more than a hundred Hongyi cannons have been delivered, along with three to four thousand cannonballs.
Upon receiving the order, the gunners on each warship set up their cannons and aimed them at the barrier surrounding Poseidon Island.
Murong Fuhai waved his hand, "Fire!"
Thump thump thump—
A series of rapid drumbeats sounded, and this time, the responding warships did not beat drums, but instead lit the fuses of their cannons.
Boom, boom, boom...
In an instant, hundreds of cannons fired shells, which slammed into the barrier of Seagod Island, causing them all to explode.
Although it wasn't the first time the soldiers on Poseidon Island had seen this weapon, they still couldn't help but feel a little scared.