Chapter 22: Attacking the Tribe
The Red Horn Wilderness was a barren land located over two hundred kilometers north of Blackrock City. Vegetation was sparse, water sources scarce, and the landscape was dominated by jagged rocks resembling red horns, hence the name.
Due to the harsh environment, the only intelligent creatures inhabiting the Red Horn Wilderness were the Blackscale Lizards.
The scarcity of food forced them to invade Blackrock City's territory every winter, plundering resources and reducing their own population through conflict.
The people of Blackrock City deeply hated this predatory tribe that brought them so much suffering.
Therefore, when Kyi ordered the surprise attack on the Blackscale Lizard tribe, the knights responded with fervent enthusiasm.
"I've had enough of those lizard bastards! Today, we'll wipe them out!" Jorton roared, his face flushed with excitement as he rode his Blackrock Panther.
The other knights were equally eager for battle.
Recognizing the importance of this operation, Kyi not only deployed the newly formed cavalry regiment but also mobilized five hundred soldiers.
With ample funding, Blackrock City's army had expanded to a thousand men, not including the militia.
Their military strength had increased several times over compared to the previous year.
The cavalry regiment led the way, followed by the infantry. The long procession of over five hundred men marched across the wilderness.