Season 3: Chapter 231. The Sea (2)
Ringo had been continuously analyzing Best Yi Sun-Shin’s style. Although Cookie would likely appear, Ringo felt confident that Sa-Rang would return to change the atmosphere if Joseon was ever cornered. Moreover, her ominous nickname was unsettling. It seemed like she was bound to stir up trouble. Indeed...
‘She came out as the starter.’
Sa-Rang came out as the starter and won the first game. However, Ringo wasn’t too shaken. The quarterfinals in the national championship extended up to five games. Focusing on the overall flow rather than each game individually was crucial. Moreover, Ringo actually felt grateful that Best Yi Sun-Shin came out.
‘The analysis wasn’t in vain.’
Ringo had done more analysis on her than Cookie. Cookie had accumulated data over time, but no such data existed for Best Yi Sun-Shin. He had to exert more effort within a short period and fortunately produced some results.
Each commander had their own views regarding their civilization. Their interpretations accumulated and connected to form a playstyle. Ringo had a rough idea of her style.
‘An obsession with early harassment.’
First, she always moved in the second era. From her perspective, Joseon had to gain early advantages through combat. Although he had never considered this strategy from Joseon, it made sense upon experiencing it.
‘She also avoids siege weapons.’
Secondly, Sa-Rang never used siege weapons. She focused on efficient combat with infantry. But why? Ringo couldn’t resolve this question.
He only had hypotheses. Perhaps she lacked confidence in direct control or aimed for extreme resource efficiency. Or maybe both. Although these were hypotheses, they always manifested in her games and Ringo had to prepare for them on this sea map.