Kingdom of Dawn, Cage Mountain Command Post.
A huge strategic map was erected in the middle of the conference room to mark the current trajectory of the floating island. Every day, members of the General Staff Department and the intelligence department would update the data, which became the most important piece of information for the higher-ups of the First Army.
The thick, bright red path on the map indicated that the floating island did not follow the ridge of the mountain to the south and enter the Kingdom of Everwinter. Instead, it changed its course midway and entered the Fertile Plains. Its altitude was constantly decreasing, and it was now less than a kilometer away from the ground.
According to this trajectory, it would cross the Impassable Mountain Range in four days and enter the territory of the Kingdom of Wolfheart.
As the target was too large, anyone who set up a telescope on the mountain top would be able to see the hazy gray figure. It was like a thick dark cloud, adding a layer of haze to the continent that had just ended the Months of Demons.
The pre-war meeting against the demons, the Deity of Gods, was held.
Even though the higher-ups had reached a consensus that the First Army was unable to stop the floating island's movement with their current strength, fleeing at the sight of the wind was not the style of the army. No matter what, it was necessary to probe its strength and attempt to stop it. Against an enemy that lacked intelligence, fighting was the most effective way to understand them.
Before His Majesty the King's final solution arrived, it was the most important task for the army to be fully prepared.
Furthermore, the enemy had coincidentally given them the opportunity.
"According to the latest surveillance data, the demon stronghold's altitude has decreased by more than 2000 meters, which is about the height of half the ridge of the continent." Edith slapped the report in her hands. "Compared to its previous altitude, the decrease is rather abnormal. The General Staff Department's deduction is that maintaining the stronghold's altitude requires the expenditure of magic power, and it is proportional to the altitude. And this altitude depends on the relative position of the ground, which leads to this phenomenon. "
Although the information provided by His Majesty the First Army referred to the floating island as the Deity of Gods, the Pearl of the Northern Region preferred to call it a stronghold or a moving castle. At the very least, when assigning missions, it would not give her subordinates the misconception that they were fighting against God.
Most of the higher-ups of the First Army had completed secondary education, but even so, it took them some time to understand the General Staff Department's deduction.
"In other words, after crossing the Impassable Mountain Range, this thing will rise again?" Brian asked.
"If we didn't guess wrongly." Edith shrugged.
"The reason isn't important," Iron Axe said. "What's important is the fact that it is only a hundred meters above the Impassable Mountain Range. Van 'er, what's the situation on your side? "
"The survey team has confirmed it." Van'er stood up and walked to the map. "There are two platforms suitable for cannons in the distance from the Metalstone Ridge to the Cage Mountain. As long as it doesn't change direction halfway, we can fire, we can. As long as it doesn't change direction, we can of it.
During the period of war where weapons were being replaced rapidly, the 152mm Longsong Cannon naturally ushered in some improvements. For example, the barrel was more convenient for mass production, and the trailer was more suitable for vehicles. The most important changes were the enlargement of the chamber and the arrival of new ammunition.
Ever since Anna was in charge of the final precision processing of the new barrel, the overall quality had declined to a certain extent, specifically manifested in shooting accuracy and durability. However, the new cannon relied on a larger charge and a more advanced gunpowder formula, allowing its range to reach the 18 kilometer mark in one step, almost doubling its original range. Furthermore, the production of witches had also increased. Losing two or three cannons was no longer a big deal.
"I think the demons are most likely coming for the Kingdom of Wolfheart. Although the floating continent can produce Red Mist, the Red Mist will dissipate once it is moved. Therefore, if the enemy really wants to occupy a piece of land, they have to build a large number of Red Mist Towers." Iron Axe muttered. "This time, with the support of the Obelisk, their plan to build the towers will not be hindered. The Kingdom of Everwinter and the Kingdom of Wolfheart will also become one. Therefore, the success rate of intercepting the enemy's predetermined route is not low. The only thing worth discussing is the effect."
Obviously, this was completely different from the bombardment of the fortress-like Monstrous Beasts. The former had a clear goal, which was to destroy the Monstrous Beasts before the enemy noticed. As long as a few shots hit, they would be able to reap great benefits. But the outcome of bombarding the floating continent was already predictable. Even if they could touch the demon city, the damage they could cause would be extremely limited. And against a Stronghold surrounded by Devilbeasts, 18 kilometers was definitely not a safe distance. Considering that there was still some distance between the edge of the target and the center, this meant that the intercepting team had to get closer.
"I think it's worth a try, Chief Commander." Van 'er thought for a moment before replying. "After the floating continent enters the Kingdom of Wolfheart, only the Aerial Knight will be able to fight the enemy head-on. The First Army will only be a supporting character. Therefore, this is basically the only chance for the artillery division to act. Even if we can't cause much damage, at least we can show our attitude that humans will never submit to a miracle! "
Iron Axe turned to look at the Pearl of the Northern Region. "What do you think?"
Edith was silent for a long time. After a few minutes, she nodded. "I have no objections."
"In that case," Iron Axe took a deep breath and ordered the higher-ups present, "we will discuss the intercepting plan according to this plan. Time is of the essence, I need to see the conclusion immediately."
"Yes!" everyone replied in unison.
The results of the discussion were quickly summarized. Two high points suitable for shooting would be set as artillery positions, but one would be real and the other fake. The latter would be closer to the path of the Mobile Stronghold to confuse the enemy. Hummingbird would be in charge of transporting the cannons into the Hermes Mountains and destroying them on the spot before retreating to prevent the enemy from seizing the weapons.
Other than the First Army, the Aerial Knight Army and the God's Punishment Witches would also be responsible for providing cover and support.
With a goal in mind, the next step was to refine the process and implement it. The army was already rather familiar with such a process. There was no need for further instructions; the various departments were already busy.
After returning to the General Staff Officer's office, Filin could not help but ask the Minister, "My Lady, was there … anything wrong with the meeting just now?"
Edith stopped in her tracks. "Why do you ask?"
"Because you spoke much less than usual …"
"I see." She raised her eyebrows. "I was just thinking about a problem. The demons call the floating continent the Deity of Gods, so it is obvious that they have high expectations for it. But from the looks of it, it is only a platform that provides Red Mist and has not displayed any other extraordinary aspects. So … this thing might be hiding some tricks that we do not know of, and might not be as simple as it seems. "
"Then why didn't you bring it up during the meeting?" Filin was puzzled.
"Because other than increasing unease, there isn't much use to it. Since we do not know anything, we are unable to come up with any effective countermeasures. I cannot just rely on guesses to come up with a plan, but the intercepting troops can tell us the answer, regardless of what the answer is. "
Upon hearing this, Filin felt goosebumps rising up his back.
Edith's tone did not change in the slightest and was as calm as ice. "The most important task for the army now is to do everything possible to prepare for future strategies, and trial and error is also one of the preparations."
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