The Vastness of Magical Destiny

Komer turned his gaze toward the North, where the actions of the beastmen had undoubtedly posed a significant challenge to the Church of Light. Now, the Church had to seriously consider how to respond to the crisis of faith among the citizens of the Kingdom of Nicosia caused by the beastmen’s actions. If an image of a religion could be so easily shattered by the martial power of beastmen from the Northern Wasteland, the resulting impact was simply unimaginable. Without strong measures to reverse the situation, it would spell an irreversible disaster for the Church of Light.

What should he do to capitalize on this opportunity, though? Should he fully support the development of the Dark Lineage in Caucasus and Leon, and even extend their influence to Livonia? Or should he cautiously support the Salvation Society’s infiltration efforts in Northern Nicosia? Or should he take advantage of the Church of Light’s preoccupation in the North to publically raise the Dark Holy Church’s flag in the South?

Komer was somewhat hesitant.

The Salvation Society possessed a considerable, albeit complex and subtle, potential across the Kingdom of Nicosia and the entire Northern Alliance. The fact that great aristocrats like Melkin could publicly side with Katya as needed showed their devout commitment to their faith. In reality, Komer never believed that the true teachings of the Church of Light were incompatible with the pursuits of the Dark Lineage. In Komer’s view, it was the garbage and scum that had truly seized control of the Church of Light who were desecrating its genuine teachings. If the Salvation Society could be given support in various aspects, its inherent strength could soon form a powerful network in the Northern Region. Although still unable to contend with the Church of Light, it could very well help Komer counteract the Church’s influence, even potentially causing a split within the Church.

This prospect was quite enticing, but it also carried considerable uncertainty. Especially concerning whether the Salvation Society would continue to cooperate or adhere to his demands once they truly gained the upper hand. Komer had no assurance about this because it wasn’t a force he controlled entirely on his own but was more like an ally, a collaborator. Komer was unwilling to see such a force exist beyond his control.

What about expanding the Dark Forces’ influence into Livonia or even the entire Southwest Region? It seemed the Church of Light’s influence had significantly waned due to the beastmen’s invasion, but the faith that had formed over a long time wasn’t something that could be easily dismantled. The Dark Lineage’s image in the North was not good, and it was even perceived as evil and negative. Such a hasty move into the heartland of the kingdom might backfire.