Yang Rui's siege weapons were not to be trifled with, especially the 100 heavy trebuchets. For a long period of time, they possessed a powerful advantage. Not to mention the fact that Xiang District was only a county-level city, even a higher-level city would not be able to withstand the constant attacks of these trebuchets.
Cao Cao's army was not small this time. It was almost on par with Yang Rui's forces on the surface. Even though they had lost almost a third of their forces in the previous battle, their total number was still over 400,000. Their fighting strength was still not to be underestimated.
Most importantly, Cao Cao's army had many famous historical generals. In the previous battle against Yang Rui's army, these generals had played the role of a cornerstone. The arrow that Yang Rui was shot by Xiahou Yuan.
Unlike the players from large organizations such as Dragon Soul, Yang Rui knew the role of these famous historical generals. In the army, Guo Jia and the others were also very clear about Cao Cao's strength. Thus, in the three days that Yang Rui was recovering and breaking through, Guo Jia and the others did not rashly move.
Perhaps it was because of this confidence that Cao Cao dared to temporarily stay in Xiangxian, ready to pull chestnuts out of the fire at any time.
This was also the main reason why Yang Rui only used siege weapons to launch an attack and did not fully commit to attacking the city.
However, Yang Rui's main purpose in using siege weapons was to force Cao Cao's side into a duel. First, he wanted to test his own strength, and second, he wanted to create an opportunity to dampen the enemy's morale. If it was a duel, Yang Rui was very confident in the top historical generals such as Dian Wei, Zhao Yun, and Huang Zhong.
Even if Cao Cao's army also had famous historical generals such as Xu Chu, Xu Huang, Li Dian, Lu Qian, Man Chong, Sima Lang, Xiahou Dun, and Xiahou Yuan, as a player, Yang Rui was very clear about the strength of each side.
Of course. Yang Rui had made up his mind to weaken Cao Cao. In the end, it would be a direct confrontation. Yang Rui was also very confident in this.
First of all, Yang Rui's remaining forces were more than twice that of Cao Cao's. Their ranks and equipment were a level higher than the enemy's.
Secondly, since Yang Rui implemented the military subsidies system, the lives of the soldiers' families were basically guaranteed. If a soldier was to be disabled or killed, Yang Rui would give a large amount of compensation to the families of the deceased.
Thus, after the military service subsidy system was implemented, none of Yang Rui's soldiers had anything to worry about. Almost all of them were willing to give their all until they died. . and even be prepared to sacrifice their own lives. Of course, such a troop would have morale and combat power!
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The siege weapons made all sorts of noises. Some of the noises made one's teeth ache, some were so loud that it was deafening. It made one feel uncomfortable.
Especially those who had experienced the attacks of the siege weapons. Fear had already filled their hearts. For example, some of the soldiers in Cao Cao's army who had experienced the battle of Chen Liu City were trembling and wanted to leave.
The heavy trebuchets from that battle had left an indelible impression on them. Although Yang Rui only had 100 of these siege weapons, they could only cover one of the city gates in such a large city.
However, it gave the soldiers who were defending the city a feeling that they could not defend against it.
.. Peng! Peng! Peng!
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"Ah!"
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Chunks of boulders and solid bullets smashed towards the east gate of Xiangxian County. Instantly, holes appeared on the city walls. Cao Cao's soldiers on the city walls could not completely avoid them. Miserable cries rang out one after another, stirring up pieces of gravel that shot out like rain, hitting many of the city guards until their heads and faces were covered in blood.
As the archers within the city were unable to cover the heavy trebuchets and siege weapons, Cao Cao's troops could only passively take a beating. They could only watch helplessly as the heavy trebuchets and siege weapons were shot out. There was nothing they could do.
An incense stick's worth of time passed with great difficulty. Soon, a small portion of Xiangxian's eastern city gate and its surrounding walls had been flattened. At this time, Yang Rui suddenly waved his hand again, stopping the siege weapons from continuing their assault.
"How about it? Cao Cao, do you have the courage to come out of the city and fight with me? If you are still hiding in the city, how hard would it be for me to flatten this city? "
Yang Rui once again galloped back and forth within an arrow's distance of the east gate. His words were deliberately filled with contempt towards Cao Cao. Even if Cao Cao did not care, Cao Cao's soldiers would inevitably vent their anger on him.
"Cao Cao, don't waste the lives of the city's soldiers because of your cowardice. Ahahahaha..
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In the game, Yang Rui was no different from a real person. In reality, Yang Rui was not good at bragging. However, in the game, he worked hard to play all kinds of characters. Right now, his expression was as exaggerated as it could be.
Yang Rui's soldiers were also clever. Under Yang Rui's teasing, they also cooperated with Yang Rui and laughed.
"Who dares to be so arrogant?! Insulting my lord! This general, Xiahou Dun, has come forward. If we lose, it won't be too late to ask my lord for help..
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Amidst Yang Rui's laughter, Cao Cao's side probably could not withstand the pressure. The east gate opened and a general in purple armor and blue robes holding a long spear jumped out. Listening to his introduction, this general was Cao Cao's general, Xiahou Dun!
As a player, Yang Rui naturally knew that Xiahou Dun was one of the top generals in terms of strength. According to historical facts and information from the Romance of the Three Kingdoms, it was almost universally agreed that Xiahou Dun's strength could be ranked in the top 10 of the Three Kingdoms. He was not to be underestimated!
Yang Rui, who was originally eager to give it a try, hesitated for a moment when he heard Xiahou Dun's name and looked at his muscular figure. He did not immediately rush forward. After all, the outcome of the first battle affected the morale of the soldiers. Yang Rui also needed to be careful.
"Where did this wild general come from? Don't mess around on the battlefield. Let this old soldier take care of you!"
While Yang Rui was hesitating, Huang Zhong stepped forward bravely and urged his horse to meet Xiahou Dun.
At this moment, Huang Zhong was in urgent need of battle merits. He and Zhao Yun were both under Yang Rui's banner but they could not catch up to Zhao Yun's merits. Especially in the battle against Yuan Shao, Zhao Yun had already shown his talent.
Now that there was a chance to fight, Huang Zhong sharply sensed Xiahou Dun's extraordinary strength. Thus, he immediately blocked Xiahou Dun for Yang Rui.
"Clang! Clang! Clang!
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