Section 0006: Dragon of Slaughter
"Damn it! To hold us back, they actually used their own empty cavalry as bait. Hurry, everyone, retreat from the battlefield!" Morin said angrily as he patted his mount. The dragon riders have the freedom to choose whether to withdraw from battle; this does not make them cowards. Every lord expects their dragon riders to fight to the death when the situation is hopeless. After all, dragon riders are precious ultimate combat forces, each one hard-earned, and it is a senseless waste to adopt the spirit of fighting to the death without retreat.
The light shield enveloping the dragon still flickered with several electric serpents, which took a while to disappear. Morin did not expect to use one of his combination techniques with gold coins, "Solar Storm," so early. The results were still somewhat unsatisfactory to him. The metallic surface of the gold dragon had a fully reflective mirror effect, enhancing his light magic, the large flash spell, transforming it into a blinding orb of light in an instant. This required a high level of control over the dragon's body; even a slight imperfection on the surface would prevent achieving optimal results. The results were still somewhat unsatisfactory to him. The metallic surface of the gold dragon had a fully reflective mirror effect, enhancing his light magic, the large flash spell, transforming it into a blinding orb of light in an instant. This required a high level of control over the dragon's body; even a slight imperfection on the surface would prevent achieving optimal results.
In the distance, more than a dozen dragons carrying knights charged forward, accompanied by a thunderous roar, encircling the black dots that were fleeing in all directions among the clouds
"Morin, Morin! My military achievements, how many are there!" The only son of the Minister of Civil Affairs, Gerang, sat atop a double-footed dragon, recklessly flying towards Morin, this fellow only knew how to seize military merits
The strategists at the rear command post observed the aerial battle through the combination of Eagle Eye Technique and Water Mirror Technique, and without exception, their backs were instantly drenched in cold sweat
The Dragon Knight does not dare to claim invincibility in this chaotic battle; the fall of a Dragon Knight combination often accompanies the demise of a dozen other types of aerial knights. Even in this all-out conflict between both sides, the Slaan Empire has suffered unprecedented losses since the war began.
Various flying creatures in the air are hurriedly performing rapid maneuvers to evade. While being hit by one or two of these high-density fireballs may be manageable, being struck by them in a concentrated manner is far from favorable
Feeling the disturbances within the clouds, the high altitudes have also become increasingly perilous. The aerial knights of various nations find their combat space constricted towards the ground; the closer they approach the earth, the more dangerous it becomes. Arrows and crossbow bolts rain down like rain, accompanied by unexpected magical ambushes. The crossbow bolts, equipped with steel chains, are shot towards the sky, posing a threat to the aerial knights akin to warhorses colliding with tripwires. The danger is immense; a moment's carelessness could drag them down to the ground, leaving no time to scream before being overwhelmed and buried alive by the ground forces' sheer numbers.
Before the forbidden spell confrontation, in order to avoid being mistakenly harmed, both sides will recall their aerial cavalry in advance. However, the side that recalls first is often easily subjected to a fierce counterattack from the opponent. After all, turning one's back to the enemy makes it impossible to gain an advantage. For aerial cavalry, mobility is the key to victory; retreating while fighting and losing mobility is tantamount to seeking death. The first to retreat signifies a greater risk, making safe withdrawal from the battlefield an art form within the aerial cavalry corps
The golden dragon has significantly slimmed down, losing three full layers of its body. It continuously launches sharp spikes or razor-edged blades from its body. Although the attacks are fierce, they represent a considerable drain on the golden dragon's energy
During the recent aerial combat, this individual hid far away, lacking even the courage to approach the battle group
In just a quarter of an hour, fifteen giant dragons and more than twenty dragon riders fell, and the Tesi Empire paid a heavy price, nearly losing half of its aerial forces, with even its few remaining dragon riders perishing.
A giant dragon has just bitten off the head of a griffin, and the dragon rider on its back seizes the opportunity to behead the griffin rider. In the blink of an eye, they are besieged from all directions by six or seven thunderbird riders attacking furiously.
The Dragon Flute, a witness to the covenant between the two dragon clans, has long been regarded as the ultimate strategic weapon of the major empires. It is almost exclusively possessed by official entities; any private ownership of the Dragon Flute among the common people is tantamount to treason, with the imminent threat of family extermination. With the continuous rise and fall of dynasties, the only way to obtain the Dragon Flute is to kill a Dragon Knight and seize it, as there are virtually no other means of acquisition. The ancient craftsmanship of creating the Dragon Flute has long been lost to the annals of history. Perhaps there are secret archives within the dragon clan, but it is evidently impossible for them to be made available to the human race.
The enormous casualties have raised concerns among everyone. After this battle, will the Dragon Clan unilaterally revoke the Dragon Knight contract of the alliance between humans and dragons? After all, the reproduction of dragons is exceedingly difficult. The fifteen dragons represent nearly the entire birth rate of the new dragon lineage over the past sixty years. To lose them all in the war against the human empire is a significant blow to the Dragon Clan, which numbers just over ten thousand.
In the midst of the chaotic battle, the Dragon Knight was unexpectedly pulled away from the back of the dragon by a Thunderbird's iron claws, flailing and screaming as he was hurled far away. Simultaneously, several thick bolts of purple-blue lightning struck him from the air, instantly turning him into a charred fragment that plummeted to the ground. The dragon, now bereft of its rider, fell into a frenzy, as two Thunderbirds, along with the knight, were torn to shreds. However, more Thunderbirds and Griffins surged forward, surrounding the area with the dragon's unwilling roars and cries echoing. Thunderbirds and Griffins, along with their riders, continued to fall, but soon dragon blood rained down from the sky. The exhausted dragon began to descend towards the ground, instantly becoming a charred remnant as it fell. The dragon, now devoid of its knight, plunged into madness, with two Thunderbirds and the knight being shredded. Yet, more Thunderbirds and Griffins surged forward, and within the encirclement, the dragon's unwilling roars and cries persisted. Thunderbirds and Griffins, along with their riders, continued to plummet, and before long, dragon blood splattered into the sky, while the weary dragon fell towards the ground, relentlessly pursued by unyielding lightning and fireballs.
In just the time it takes to brew a cup of tea, Morin and his mount, the golden dragon of the Jin lineage, have slain sixteen enemies, achieving a record that is nearly at the top among his companions
Until now, Tesi and the Sland Empire have still not issued a withdrawal order to their aerial cavalry
On the ground, over forty giant dragons soared into the sky from the ranks of the Sland Empire, joining the battle. Meanwhile, the Tesi Empire summoned a dense, dark cloud, as griffon knights, thunderbird knights, flame pegasus knights, swift giant eagle knights, and even a few rare dragon riders, nearly ten types of flying mounts, charged into the air. For the first time, both sides unleashed their aerial forces without reservation, engaging in an unprecedented aerial confrontation
The clouds in the sky exhibited anomalies due to the chaotic eruption of magical elements; on one side, dark clouds swirled, flashing with countless electric serpents dancing wildly, while on the other side, the fiery clouds resembled boiling magma, not flames of high temperature bursting like water bubbles
This technique is a special combination skill discovered by Morin through long-term exploration. Once the "Blazing Sunstorm" is used, the non-light attribute dragon beneath will also lose its sight, relying solely on the knight's precise control. The cooperation and trust between the two must reach a flawless level to effectively execute this combination skill; otherwise, they will end up like a headless fly, seeking their own demise
The thunderous sound generated by the first collision of the forbidden spell clouds above both camps finally drew the attention of all aerial knights. The large-scale melee immediately became distinctly divided. At that moment, the sky was filled with a vast expanse of crimson fire clouds, which suddenly unleashed their power, erupting countless fireballs that, trailing long white smoke, crisscrossed towards the territory of the Tesi Empire. In the blink of an eye, they enveloped the entire sky, shrouding even the aerial warriors of both sides without distinction between friend and foe.
The sky has almost become a battleground for magical duels, where a dazzling array of high-damage spells are unleashed in succession as if they cost nothing. Both sides are fighting with genuine fervor, and the various mounts of the aerial knights are the first to showcase their innate skills, launching lethal attacks from a great distance. In the midst of this chaotic interplay, the aerial knights wield their weapons, utilizing the speed of their mounts to charge with full force, slaying opposing knights and severely injuring their mounts. A moment's carelessness could result in being struck down by stray magical projectiles. The various mounts of the aerial knights are the first to showcase their innate skills, launching lethal attacks from a great distance. In the midst of this chaotic interplay, the aerial knights wield their weapons, utilizing the speed of their mounts to charge with full force, slaying opposing knights and severely injuring their mounts. A moment's carelessness could result in being struck down by stray magical projectiles.
The cavalry formations collided with the enemy's infantry and cavalry formations, creating a cacophony of shouts, struggles, anguished cries, and the clashing of weapons on the battlefield, weaving a symphony of death. The Grim Reaper laughed sinisterly as he ruthlessly harvested souls amidst the bloodshed. In the low sky, magic and arrows frequently clashed violently, with fire, water, earth, ice, wind, and even necromantic magic bursting forth like fireworks of death. While the mages from both sides intercepted each other's spells, they desperately unleashed powerful magic against one another. Occasionally, a spell would land in the crowd, instantly clearing a space that would quickly be filled again by the chaotic throng. Almost without the need for aiming, a random strike could claim over ten lives, as powerful magic continuously carved out strips and patches of death within the crowd.
"Morin, the forbidden spell of the Mage Guild is too dangerous, we must retreat quickly!" Akka's voice reached Morin's ears as the fire-type giant dragon Mi and the book-type Saier swept past from the upper right of the gold-type giant dragon's pile of coins. Following Mi Saier was an enormous black dragon in pursuit, the two giant dragons darting through the sky in a chaotic chase, one fleeing and the other in hot pursuit. The Tesi Empire also possesses a limited number of dragon flutes, thus enabling the formation of dragon knights.
Gold-type dragons feed on various metals or minerals, which they typically store within their bodies or incorporate as armor on their surface. In battle, they can evolve into various weapon forms and even serve as projectile weapons for ranged attacks. Aside from manipulating the void magnetic field to grant themselves levitation and create repulsive defenses, gold-type dragons possess few notable magical attack skills, primarily relying on close combat. This reflects the fairness of the Creator: where there are strengths, there must also be weaknesses, and where there are weaknesses, alternative means of compensation exist.
On the ground, the collision of a million troops has stirred up a tremendous wave of blood. The thunderous war drums and piercing horns resound continuously. The two opposing camps, like tides, see their legion lines meet, resulting in countless fallen soldiers. The soldiers at the front line stride forward, weapons in hand, accelerating their charge. As the rows of soldiers behind them gradually create distance, waves of charging lines begin to form. The centurions take turns issuing the order to charge, and the soldiers from both sides can only grit their teeth and advance relentlessly. Reinforcements continue to surge from the rear; if they retreat even a single step, they will be trampled into a pulp by countless feet. The soldiers at the front line stride forward, weapons in hand, accelerating their charge. As the rows of soldiers behind them gradually create distance, waves of charging lines begin to form. The centurions take turns issuing the order to charge, and the soldiers from both sides can only grit their teeth and advance relentlessly. Reinforcements continue to surge from the rear; if they retreat even a single step, they will be trampled into a pulp by countless feet.
At this moment, the dark clouds over the Tesi Empire shimmered with countless purple-blue lightning bolts, weaving a dazzling electric net that descended from the sky to the ground
The crimson forbidden spell clouds began to make contact with the black forbidden spell clouds, which danced like electric serpents. A thunderous roar erupted in the high sky as the collision of these two distinct forbidden spell clouds resulted in a terrifying explosion of magical elements