Chapter 989: Volume 32 Dark Clouds Sweep Across - 7 The Plan Emerges
"The Atticans and their vassal forces have now entered Cartin territory with an army of fifty thousand, among which their knight orders and cavalry force have already exceeded twelve thousand men," Sir Lecler said, his tone serious. "This is a considerable number. Our entire Nicosia knight force only amounts to three thousand five hundred. Even if we could surpass them in combat capabilities, we’re far inferior in terms of overall strength. We really need to give careful thought to how we can win this battle."
Baoling’s brow furrowed slightly, as even Sir Lecler’s tone suggested he found the high stakes of this battle somewhat daunting. To annihilate, not just rout the enemy, especially given the Attican cavalry’s mobility, would be no easy feat.
However, Baoling had some ideas of his own. While the enemy’s cavalry was formidable, their infantry was relatively weak on the other hand, the Half-beastman Army and Barbarian Army under his command far exceeded the combat capabilities of ordinary mortal infantry. If utilized effectively, they could strike where the enemy was weakest with their own strengths.
"Indeed, we do need to plan carefully. However, time is not on our side," Lecler observed. "The Atticans aren’t fools; once they realize our strategic intent, I think they will quickly respond."
"Hmm, Sir Lecler, I have a thought, but it will require the cooperation of the Homer Knight Order, and the risks to the knights will be considerable. Yet this may be our only chance to achieve our strategic objective." Baoling said, after a moment of contemplation, finally voicing his thoughts.
"Oh? Since Mr. Baoling has an idea, of course the Homer Knight Order will comply unconditionally. Obedience is the creed and virtue of knights," Lecler said raising his eyebrows, clearly somewhat discontent with Baoling’s assertion.
"Sir Lecler, please don’t misunderstand, the situation may be more difficult than we imagined. Especially to meet Lord’s intentions, we must take some risks. These risks could have been entirely avoided, but now to meet a higher standard, we have no choice but to take the gamble," Baoling said, shaking his head calmly.
"Oh, I see," Lecler realized he was being too anxious. "Then Mr. Baoling, please, let’s hear it. Perhaps the situation isn’t as bad as you suggest."
When Baoling laid out his strategy, Lecler immediately realized the plan was indeed very targeted. It could be considered an enticing plan, but as Baoling had said, the risks were considerable. The Homer Knights, fifteen hundred strong, might fall into an irredeemable situation without careful attention. But, of course, if they succeeded, the Homer Knight Order would undoubtedly emerge as the undisputed heroes of this war.