The eastern shore of the new continent, the northern waters.
Forward Island.
This was originally a deserted island, but because it was less than 50 kilometers away from the Potosi Archipelago in the north, the thick white fog surrounding the Potosi Archipelago could be seen with the naked eye from here.
Therefore, it was occupied by the Shilius who had a base camp far away from here and was named "Forward Island". It became their base camp for dealing with Sark and Atlan.
However, there was another unexpected benefit to being stationed here.
That was because it was located in a tributary of the Western Warm Current. Although it was already winter, the warm current kept the Shilius soldiers, who were short of food and clothing due to a certain someone's "looting", from being frozen into popsicles …
"Tsk tsk tsk … It's so cold! I'm starting to miss that damned tropical steamer. "
The young private Kaqi shrunk his neck so that the cold wind would not blow as fast as it did before he exhaled and turned into a cloud of white fog.
"Ha! Me too. "
"And … and those Atlian women with big butts!"
"Hehehe …"
At this time, a few soldiers were standing on the temporarily built observation deck on the island with guns on their backs as they carried out their routine vigilance.
However, they were only wrapped in a few layers of thin clothing, not even a bit of cotton could be seen. It was hard for them to not have enough to eat, but their minds were full of HS thoughts.
Among all the colonies of Shilius, only the sub-royal district of La Plata had true winter, and only there would be winter clothing for the soldiers and some extra reserves.
However, most of the winter clothing they prepared for the frontline soldiers had already fallen into Faletis's pocket during the first blockade of the supply line.
Real war was not a strategy game, and resources could not be generated out of thin air. It was not easy to gather enough winter clothing for all the frontline soldiers.
This "Silver War" started at the end of autumn. Now, almost two months had passed and it was the coldest time of the year.
Whoosh …
Whoosh …
The cold wind from the Eternal White Continent in the north swirled as if it was trying to take away the last bit of warmth from the human body through the gaps in their clothes.
Especially the mysterious disappearance of a large number of supply ships and merchant ships.
Although the upper echelons responded in time and used the form of a fleet to carry out large-scale transportation, it seriously delayed the progress of the war at the frontline.
However, the various ships lost during that period of time could not be replenished in a short period of time, and the overall capacity of the supply line was inevitably seriously affected.
Especially after winter, all kinds of resources were severely depleted, and the logistics were severely strained.
Not only were the ordinary soldiers complaining, but even the frontline commanders were in a dilemma.
A temporary headquarters had already been set up in a small valley on the island, which was sheltered from the wind, using bison hides to protect against the cold.
At this moment, a brazier was lit in the tent.
The high-ranking officers of Shilius's frontline fleet had already gathered.
The commander-in-chief, Major General Olcott, gripped his saber and asked an officer sitting beside him in a deep voice.
"General Staff, how's the next battle plan coming along?"
Hearing this, the General Staff Officer's face fell, but he had no choice but to answer.
"Sir Commander, it's not that we're not trying our best, but we don't have enough backup plans to break the stalemate!
In particular, the reinforcements from La Plata's Deputy King's District that were scheduled to arrive some time ago had completely lost contact.
The series of attack plans that we've formulated around the new third-class warships can only be scrapped, and we'll once again return to a stalemate. "
Since the start of the war.
The three sides had gathered a total of more than sixty warships of various levels and engaged in several fierce battles in the sea near Potosi. Although Shilius had the overall advantage, it was impossible to eliminate the enemy's main force in a short period of time.
Furthermore, as time passed, the many disadvantages of their cross-regional warfare gradually became apparent.
There was no naval base nearby, and the harsh weather, logistical pressure, medical support, ship maintenance and repair, personnel repair … These were all severe tests they faced.
The Shilius soldiers, who were used to using all kinds of advantages to crush the enemy, hadn't fought such a frustrating war in a long time.
In particular, a powerful naval fleet led by the Starden Castle had mysteriously disappeared, leaving the high-ranking officers at the frontline in a mess.
They didn't know if their comrades had encountered a shipwreck or an unexpected enemy.
Accidents meant variables, and with too many variables, the direction of this war would be completely out of control. Especially now that they were in a stalemate, it wasn't impossible for them to slide all the way into the abyss.
"Furthermore, the war came too suddenly. We didn't prepare anything other than weapons before rushing to the frontline.
Limited by the capacity of the supply line, we don't have enough winter clothes. Fresh food is also rationed. Most of the soldiers eat salted meat, peas, and oats that can be stored in the tropical environment. Morale is gradually declining.
Maybe we can go to the Giant Horn Cape Fishery to replenish some fresh food. Otherwise, before the war turns around, the soldiers will have problems first. "
Then, without waiting for Major General Alcott to ask, the chief officer of the logistics department also reported to him the dilemma they were facing.
Obviously.
From this point of view, the Tulip's supply line blockade tactic was still very effective. Coupled with the cold weather, their contribution to the war was no less than the two countries on the frontline.
The commander waved his sword on the ground and looked at all the officers in the room. He made a summary of the meeting.
"Until now, the garrison of Navidad Fort is still fighting alone.
If the reinforcements of the colonies can't arrive in time, the current stalemate may be the greatest result we can achieve.
So, send our current situation back to the rear command and request … "
But at this moment.
"Report!"
The curtain of the tent was opened, and an adjutant rushed in with the cold wind. He also brought the latest order from the rear.
"Hold the line, General Trivier will personally come to the front line to command! The general attack is about to begin! "
Hearing this, the officers below looked at each other.
"Could it be …?"
.....
The cold wind from the north howled.
The sun was shining in Huang Jinhai.
At the Navidad Fort Naval Base on the east side of the Isthmus of Balvoa, a fleet of only two warships was ready to go.
Although there were only two warships, no one could underestimate their strength.
These two warships had the same flaming flag of Shilius hanging on the mast, but their combat power was fundamentally different from ordinary warships.
Because these two warships were enough to dominate the New World, quasi-legendary warships!
One of them was in the shape of a third-level battleship. On the bowmast hung the general's flag, the captain's flag, and the lavender pattern noble's flag … indicating its identity.
If Elvin was here, he would be able to recognize it at a glance. This was the quasi-legendary warship that had an unfriendly interaction with the Storm Horn, the Commander of the Guards.
After nearly two months of arduous travel, this powerful warship that belonged to the new Shilius vice-royal district finally arrived at Huang Jinhai.
The other warship was also a third-level battleship.
But just from the outside, this warship was no different from the standard third-level warships of Shilius. It was impossible to tell how "legendary" it was.
But this warship belonged to the highest military officer guarding the Huang Jinhai and even the entire New World — General Trivier's ship, the Styx Jellyfish!
At this moment, the Styx Jellyfish hung the fleet commander's flag.
The general, who was as tall as an iron tower, stood in his commanding position. Not far away, the captain of the Commander of the Guards, Great Knight Adenis Auston, saluted.
Their expressions were relaxed, as if they were going to participate in an outing.
Obviously, they were very confident in the purpose of this trip.
That was to end this "Silver War" before the arrival of spring and completely take over the entire Potosi Archipelago!
Operation codename: Silver Flash!
Originally, they did not want to completely break the tacit understanding between the countries and take the lead in using the final quasi-legendary warship.
But the stalemate at the front line made Admiral Trivier, the commander-in-chief of the New World's navy, feel the pressure.
This was because at the beginning of the war, they had already made a promise to King Philip II who was far away in the New World.
They promised to present the first silver brick refined from the Potosi Silver Mine to him during the routine return of the treasure fleet in early spring next year!
Moreover, the return of the fleet, which was related to the kingdom's military expenditure, could not be stopped. It was bound to weaken the military power of the New World and further break the balance at the front line.
In addition, Shilius's merchant ships that accompanied the treasure fleet had to be handed over to the kingdom. This was also an income that could not be ignored.
Therefore, when they saw that there was only slightly more than a month before the fleet set sail, they made the decision to personally participate.
Two quasi-legendary warships were enough to subdue Sark and Atlan. They might not even need to fight. As long as they appeared, they would have to obediently give up the silver mine.
Moreover, unless all the countries of the New World joined forces, no one could make Shilius abide by the rules!
The signal flag was waved, and the two warships slowly left the port.
At the same time.
Admiral Trivier took out a black conch that never left his waist and blew it with all his might.
Beep!
The loud sound of the conch echoed on the surface of the sea.
Gurgle gurgle …
A huge shadow that was more than five hundred meters long slowly emerged from the bottom of the sea like a silent ghost.
It was a huge jellyfish. To be more precise, it was a huge sea monster in the shape of a jellyfish!
[Wild Sea Monster, Giant Species, Styx Jellyfish]
This was also the reason why this ordinary-looking third-level warship was called a "quasi-legendary"!
The diameter of this Styx Jellyfish's umbrella-shaped head was more than sixty meters, and its four tentacles were more than five hundred meters long. It was a truly powerful giant species.
Generally speaking, as long as there was a large sea monster, it was enough to be called the lowest level of "quasi-legendary". And the "Styx Jellyfish" that had a giant species was obviously not weak even among "quasi-legendary".
The conch in the admiral's hand was called the "Kraken Horn" or "Sea Monster Horn".
After he defeated and tamed this sea monster with his own hands, he used the sea monster's blood to inscribe the name of the legendary sea monster, Kraken, on the surface of the conch that had Transcendent properties.
Then, the corresponding ceremony would be held if the sea monster was willing to do so. The ship would circle the sea monster's body three times in a clockwise direction, and then circle the sea monster three times in a counterclockwise direction. A general contract could be established, and the sea monster's activities could be commanded through this horn.
Of course, it was limited to defeating its master.
As for who exactly Kraken was, some said that it was the king of wild sea monsters, some said that it was the mount of the ancient sea god, and some said that it was actually the first sea monster tamed by humans …
In short, although there were all kinds of legends, it would only take effect if the name was engraved on the horn.
This was also the reason why many sailors wanted to become Sea Monster Knight.
Chirp!
The giant sea monster that appeared let out a sharp cry with a generator that was hidden somewhere. It used its two mouthparts that looked like countless rags to pull the two battleships lightly.
Then, it instantly accelerated.
"Whoosh …"
At a speed of 18 knots that was close to the ship's carrying capacity, they disappeared into the distant sea in an instant.
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