Chapter 136: Calamity IV
The day following the unrest, which had the potential for a significant impact, the large army of the Tarkics finally began to move after completing their final maintenance.
At the forefront, infantrymen holding shields advanced in formation, while countless harpies flew in the sky, armed and moving in a regular pattern, as if birds were dancing in flocks. The sight alone exuded immense pressure.
The army of the Frank Kingdom, observing from atop a low barrier made of temporary stones with a river in front of them, began to show signs of agitation.
“That’s the Tarkic Empire…”
“Can we really beat that?”
“Werewolves… even lizardfolk… they’re monsters terrifying just to look at…”
Though the soldiers remained outwardly composed, the sight of an army mixed with a large number of demons—far from ordinary humans—instilled deep anxiety in the troops, who were only accustomed to wars against humans. Despite their relatively advantageous defensive position atop the river barrier, fear was inevitable when facing such beast-like creatures.
However, there were those who bolstered their courage.
“Don’t panic, and stand firm! It’s only one day. Hold out for a day, and reinforcements will arrive!”