Chapter 28: Fighting a horde (I)
General Anglius’ gaze was sharp as the horde of monsters swiftly approached the walls, climbing like mindless drones intent only on slaughter.
The oil that the soldiers spread was effective, but the monster used its sharp claws to escalate; with every step it took closer to the humans, more brutality and hunger could be seen in its eyes.
"Attack!"
With that command, the soldiers began to jab with their spears, striving to eliminate as many demons as possible and halt their ascent. Their coordinated efforts were effective, showcasing remarkable prowess for such a young group with limited military experience. Their resilience through weeks of relentless assaults had honed their strength.
Although many perished in the first waves of monsters that attacked the fortress, the ones who survived became fearless warriors.
General Anglius felt immense pride for his troops. However, despite their valiant efforts in dispatching dozens of monsters, more creatures relentlessly clambered over the walls, their eyes filled with a thirst for blood.
A sense of urgency flashed in General Anglius’ eyes as a demon’s head crested the wall. He unleashed his energy, enveloping his machete and himself in a radiant Force, and delivered a mighty strike full of power and speed.
Despite being in his mid-forties, his advancement to Level 2 Warrior endowed him with exceptional combat prowess, allowing him to sever the approaching demon in two with a single strike. Unfortunately, two more followed suit, approaching the top of the wall. Although he managed to dispatch one, the other breached the wall’s summit, marking the start of a melee battle.
Across the wall, the situation grew increasingly dire as more monsters topped the barrier. Soldiers did their utmost, with Warriors wielding their Force and machetes at the front lines and Mages providing support from a distance with spikes and spears.