Chapter 348.2
Noticing their worry, Isaac offered a reassuring explanation.
“True, these are creatures from the Outer Boundary, but those that have wandered this far into the boundary are weakened. And just like us, this cursed sun and salt are lethal to them too. Just ensure the soldiers don’t suffer any casualties, and we’ll be fine.”
“Hm, in that case, I’ll take the vanguard,” Edelred volunteered, stepping forward. Isaac had been planning to ask him for this very role, so he was pleased.
“Would you? That’d be a great help.”
“Of course. This salt desert looks suited for a horse’s gallop. I’ve never actually encountered an Outer Boundary creature myself, but I did see a skull of one in the sanctum beneath the Holy See.”
“I’ve faced them before,” added Lianne. “Though I doubt they’ll be exactly the same…”
Those from the Gerthonia Empire, the heartland of the Codex of Light, rarely saw these beings, but those living in the outskirts had glimpsed creatures from the Outer Boundary. However, this wasn’t the task Isaac needed them to focus on.
“If you push forward while clearing out these creatures, your horses will tire quickly. First, reach Miarma as fast as possible and prepare a campsite for the following troops. That way, we can tend to the heatstroke victims when they arrive. Look for any wells and buildings that can be used for shelter.”
It was more of an advance party than a vanguard. Edelred looked a bit taken aback by the change from his expected role, but this task was crucial. The greatest enemy was not a few stray monsters but the relentless sun that had defeated even the Seventh Dawn Army.