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(Fort Coumeire)

(Episode 28: The End of the War) We managed to slip away from the 70,000-strong army,

but they seized the positions we'd established.

And they took the rations we left behind?

This isn't good.

Lord Ars, I'm so sorry.

Once they crossed the river, there was nothing we could do.

In fact, given how brutal it's been,

I'm truly grateful

that you've all held on until now.

Just retrieving the large catalysts and magic water is impressive enough.

Without those,

Charlotte wouldn't be able to use her magic.

We'd have lost for sure.

What are the enemy's movements now?

Will they attack right away?

No.

Their army rushed to the crossing point too,

so they probably haven't had time to bring all their supplies over from Seitz yet.

They won't launch a full assault until resupply is complete.

But it's only a matter of time.

They've crossed the river and taken our stronghold.

This is their best chance to strike.

Once their magic water arrives,

they'll attack us right away.

Don't worry, Mr. Rietz.

(Pulrade County, Duchy of Seitz)

Deprive them of magic water?

Duchy of Seitz can't mine enough manastones on its own,

so they depend on Basamark for magic water.

It's the most effective way to cripple them.

But there are 70,000 of them.

This is insane.

Yeah.

Easier said than done.

There are two ways to cut off their magic water.

First, hit the supply convoys while they're in transit.

But with so many soldiers guarding them,

it's nearly impossible for us alone.

Second, raid the storage depots where they keep the magic water.

But those are heavily guarded,

and there are several of them.

Destroying all of them would be tough.

Captain,

this mission is way too reckless.

We should just turn it down.

We're not an independent mercenary group anymore.

We follow Ars's orders now.

He trusts that we can pull this off.

That's why he asked us.

Let's live up to his expectations.

You've changed, Captain.

I've got a good idea.

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(Pulrade Town, Pulrade County)

(Seitz Army, Civil Official, Caisas Loppard) The fighting never ends.

(Seitz Army, Civil Official, Caisas Loppard) Not even a moment to catch my breath.

Where can I find some company around here?

(Famme's Scheme)

Mind if I sit here?

Go ahead.

You're gorgeous.

You're the most beautiful woman I've ever seen.

Oh my, really?

I have a room upstairs.

Would you like a drink together?

Spending time with such a lovely lady,

I'm a lucky man.

Well, if you invited me to your room,

I take it that's a yes?

What's this?

You're a guy?

Wh-Who are you?

Captain.

We've squeezed all the intel we need from this guy.

Hey, what's going on?

Who on earth are you…

Keep your hands to yourself, idiot.

That was impressive, Captain.

It was such a bold move.

Of course.

It's your job from now on.

I will leave it to you.

Got it.

(Fort Pulrade, Duchy of Seitz)

(Seitz Army Supply Unit, Captain) What do you mean

(Ractor Brantl) by building the supply depot underground?

It's to keep our supplies off the enemy's radar.

A mercenary group called Shadow

has their eyes on our provisions.

They've been sniffing around town.

A mercenary group…

But the storage vaults are tightly guarded,

and we just added more men.

Even if they found them, they couldn't just steal from us.

Shadow specializes in shadow magic.

If they launch a surprise attack, we might not be able to defend every depot.

We need to act in advance.

The bigger a regular depot is, the easier it is to raid.

But if it's underground,

it's much harder to find.

Building several depots and linking them together

will improve efficiency too.

But our priority right now is getting supplies to Missian.

No.

We need to be cautious precisely at times like this.

If we rush the transit and get ambushed,

we'll lose more than we gain.

Most of our soldiers have already crossed the river.

We have neither the manpower nor the time.

We can solve it with earth magic.

Earth magic?

I see.

If we put it to good use,

we can create an underground space in no time?

But that will also consume magic water.

Lord Ractor,

the front lines are in our favor right now.

If our supply unit wants to earn recognition,

we need to propose something innovative.

Mm.

Let's go with it.

If this works, there's a bonus for you.

Yes, Sir. Thank you for the opportunity.

(The Tide Turns)

Everyone, we're making great progress.

Keep digging east from here.

The underground depot is complete.

It will be quite difficult for the enemy to uncover.

Good work.

As long as our logistics hold up,

we can't lose.

Best to be as cautious as possible.

Is it done?

Good.

Let's finish up our job too.

Yes.

Incredible!

Haul all the magic water out!

Burn any rations we can't carry!

Yes!

(Fort Coumeire)

(Fort Coumeire) Where…

Where…

Where did all this magic water come from?

Shadow stole it from the Seitz army. - This is amazing!

Stole it?

Oh my, I'm exhausted.

Mr. Famme.

We disguised ourselves as merchants to smuggle it here.

But how did you pull this off?

We dug a tunnel from a different spot

and connected it to their underground depot.

Then we helped ourselves to the magic water.

Ractor kept the depot heavily guarded,

but his thinking was surprisingly flexible.

His ambition to climb the ranks became his Achilles' heel.

With a stash like this, stealing it was the obvious move.

Not only did you cut off their supplies,

you actually stole it for us.

Are you a genius?

I suppose.

I'm sorry. I just gave the order

without considering your position.

I even left the execution entirely up to you.

What are you talking about?

Our job is to handle the tasks you can't.

Just give us your orders.

Whatever you need, we'll get it done.

Mr. Famme.

Thank you.

Still, since I've lined your pockets pretty well,

I trust we'll get a decent bonus?

We did commit a lot of manpower.

Of course. I'll make sure the amount is generous.

This changes everything.

With their magic water stolen,

they'll be in complete chaos.

Their supply unit will be crippled for a while.

But the enemy

did find a crossing point we didn't know about

and pulled off the river crossing.

Given enough time,

they'll rebuild their supply network

and regroup for sure.

Our only chance to crush the Seitz army is now.

(Coumeire River, Seitz Army Encampment)

(Borots Hagando) The enemy has set up a formidable formation.

Did they use earth magic?

Lord Borots.

Lord Ractor and Lord Caisas are here.

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(Tech and War) We were attacked?

(Tech and War) The underground supplies were stolen.

What is it?

Lord Borots, the enemy is launching a magic attack.

How much magic water is left at the depot?

All is gone.

So what's left in this fortress is all we have?

Where are the enemy forces?

Well, they're not there.

What?

The attack is coming from beyond the hills.

What?

But then they shouldn't be able to see us.

How can their aim be this precise?

Who would think a small flying device like that

could swing things so heavily in our favor?

Ars and I came up with this tactic together.

When I was first called to the battlefield,

I had no idea what it was for.

Thank you, Mr. Shin.

We fire sound magic at the ground using a catalyst on the flying device.

The sound bounces back when it hits an object.

That echo is sent to a converter I built.

That lets us measure the elevation at that spot.

If there's a strong return signal,

it means there's an enemy encampment.

Got a signal.

Then we measure the angle and direction of the source,

and we've got the target location.

Horma Igni Irapt!

Hit the target.

Continue. Bring more magic water.

With the hills blocking the view,

they can't pinpoint our position.

Indirect fire extends our range,

allowing us to launch long-distance attacks.

This is part of what the Pilot corps does.

It's a technology that upends all common sense.

A revolution in warfare.

Landrew.

At this rate, we'll just keep wasting magic water.

Abandon this position.

All forces fall back to Seitz.

But…

Do it.

Drop all weapons and rations.

Carry only the bare essentials.

Are you sure?

We fought hard to secure this position.

It's fine.

This is only a temporary withdrawal.

We can retake it if we have to.

Lord Borots, please cross the river first.

Leave the rear guard to me.

Lord Borots?

I've served Lord Glenda for many years.

I'd like to think I played a part

in helping him become Duke of Seitz.

But…

I want to occupy Canarre.

I want Ars Louvent.

Leave the rest to me.

No.

I'll stop the enemy's assault

on my own.

(Flash Flood)

Lord Ars.

The enemy is retreating to Seitz.

They've begun crossing the river.

They're moving faster than I expected.

Anything other than retreat

would only grind them down.

Still, decisively abandoning the position is impressive.

We still have Basamark to deal with.

The longer this drags on, the worse it gets for us.

They've probably caught on to that too.

Young Master, are you sure about this?

This opponent won't be easy.

I'm sure.

Thanks to both of you, everything is still going as I predicted.

How's the retreat progressing?

Including the surrounding camps,

about 30,000 soldiers have already pulled back to Seitz.

10,000 soldiers are currently crossing the river.

The remaining 25,000 soldiers are on standby.

Have the rest of them prepare to cross the river as well.

Yes, sir.

You two should hurry back to Seitz too.

Report the situation at Fort Pulrade

so they can regroup at any time.

Yes.

May victory be yours.

Wait.

Did you ride here on horseback?

Huh?

Yes, we did.

When we first crossed the river,

even on horseback, the water was up to our knees.

Did the water level drop that low?

Is it because…

Horma…

Tira Fragilis!

What's happening?

Flash flood!

Once most of the enemy has pulled back,

we'll let the river burst its banks

and cut them off from their main army.

It… it worked!

Now the 20,000 enemy troops holding the position

have no choice but to come out.

The final phase is to crush the remaining enemy.

If we win this, our Canarre Army will be victorious.

Up until now, it's been all about tactics

and a battle of wits.

But the finale is a head-on clash,

a direct confrontation.

(A Battle between Commanders)

They're our enemy, but that's a brilliant tactic.

But what's more terrifying

is the commander who can pull it off,

Ars Louvent.

Everyone, it's the decisive battle!

Take the enemy commander's head!

Charge!

We must protect the land of Canarre!

Lord Borots, at this rate…

All reserves, follow me!

Mr. Rietz, the enemy is charging the main camp!

Hold them back at all costs!

You're not getting through!

Lord Ars!

Is that him?

A kid?

Ars Louvent.

I'll be taking your head!

Lord Ars!

Get a medic over here now!

Hurry!

Lord Borots is down.

The attack failed!

Run!

Not yet…

If I can just take his head…

Lord Borots!

We can't hold out here any longer!

We must retreat!

Lord Borots!

Lord Ars!

The enemy commander is fleeing!

Braham, go after him!

On it.

Where's the medic?

Mr. Rietz.

Lord Ars, please don't move.

Your wound will…

I'm fine.

That's…

And so, despite the overwhelming odds with 80,000 against 28,000,

Ars's forces claimed victory in the Canarre defensive war

with the entire army united

and fighting bravely.

Musha, good work.

I can't believe we actually won.

All good.

You're fine to move around now.

Thank you.

Thank goodness.

If I lost you,

I could never face Lady Licia again.

And I would have failed my promise to the late Lord Raven.

And I…

Mr. Rietz, sorry for worrying you.

But you gave me this.

I knew it would protect me.

Extraordinarily powerful mages,

mysterious attacks beyond our comprehension,

exceptional soldiers,

and the tactics to make full use of those talents.

The Duke focused solely on Ars Louvent,

but he's not the only one worth noticing.

Everything around him defies common sense.

He can't be allowed to live.

He'll surely become a threat to the Duke…

No, a threat to all of Seitz.

And one day,

he'll become someone capable

of shaping the entire continent.

Now that the war is over,

let's all go on vacation.

Don't get too relaxed.

A vacation? Great idea.

Yeah, it's important to recharge.

Oh, for crying out loud.

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