Upon Baron Omin’s orders, the Korimor column began its march back to camp. This movement alerted the other two columns, but the reason behind it soon became apparent: The plains were ablaze, with the fire rapidly intensifying.
As the column nearest to the fire, they were heavily subjected to billowing smoke and the steadily encroaching f...
2023-07-19 12:16:03 +0000 UTC View Post
Drunken with Sir Arius’ recent victory on the fields of Korelia, the Coalition gave little thought to Viscount Jorge’s and the cavalry’s whereabouts. Many assumed that the news of another victory was just around the corner. Things were looking promising, and discipline was relaxed.
When dozens of cavalrymen emerged from the forest, t...
2023-07-16 12:57:43 +0000 UTC View Post
Korelia Plains
The skirmish between Sir Arius’ column and Korelia had ended. The fight only lasted less than an hour, but it was hard fought. However, it ended inconclusively after the Korelia side resorted to fire tactics to disengage.
Against the dried summer grass, fire grenades worked wonders to create a fire barrier between th...
2023-07-13 10:36:07 +0000 UTC View Post
Morton shouted in defiance and dashed to intercept the charging horseman. The lance was aimed directly at him, and he parried it with all his might. The mage knight's amplified strength enabled him to fend off the full force of the lance thrust, but he lost his footing in the process.
His built-up momentum wasn't enough to stand against th...
2023-07-11 13:47:22 +0000 UTC View Post
Coalition Side
When the attack never came, the Coalition looked up to Lord Jorge, who in turn, recalled Morton for counsel. A messenger hurriedly summoned the Black Knight Captain.
Sir Morton and his men returned to his master’s side. He had barely knelt when one of the staff explained the situation to him. “The enemy crossbowmen...
2023-07-08 13:42:05 +0000 UTC View Post
I'm sorry for disrupting the flow of battle, but Patreon will always read first. This is a new chapter intended to fix the gap between Volume 1 and Volume 2, so between Lansius' arrival in Toruna and before his battle with Viscount Robert in Lowlandia.
I hope this will solve the issue with Timeskip and Hannei's backgrounds.
It's a ra...
2023-07-04 11:41:17 +0000 UTC View Post
Coalition Side
The morning sun blazed upon the battlefield. North of the Korelia plains, two cavalry units made a beeline into the forest. The Coalition was chasing after the Korelians, ready to punish them for their daring surprise attack. Every move by the Korelian cavalry was quickly mirrored by the Coalition.
With their lords pre...
2023-07-02 08:30:00 +0000 UTC View Post
CRACKKK!!
The sharp crack of a wooden lance shattering battled with the screams of men. Lansius’ senses quickly overwhelmed him as the air was painfully and abruptly punched out from his lungs. His brain, dazed, barely noticed that this was nothing like the exercise.
Lansius’ eyes were yet to open, but his right ...
2023-06-28 12:41:47 +0000 UTC View Post
With the battle situation unfolding before him, Lansius finally knew what he had to do. He pointed at the nearest column on the drawn map on the ground. “Sir Callahan, let’s hit this column.”
“The South Hill column, My Lord? May we learn the reason?” asked Callahan. Despite last year’s victory against Lord Robert, the knights a...
2023-06-24 13:43:01 +0000 UTC View Post
Lansius
The dense forest canopy sheltered everything beneath it, allowing only small rays of sunlight to filter through. The scent of the earth was robust, arising from layers of dry leaves on the ground. Flanked by his command staff, Lansius sat upon a gargantuan tree root with the old tree at his back.
They were already partially a...
2023-06-22 14:56:45 +0000 UTC View Post
Korelian Center
“Loose!” Hugo’s command echoed, launching hundreds of bolts into the enemy ranks. The arbalesters and crossbowmen had just released their second volley.
The attack instantly caused mayhem, but the battle wouldn’t be won by just sneaky attacks.
“No heroics, no captives until we’ve triumphed. We’re o...
2023-06-19 10:27:35 +0000 UTC View Post
Korelians Side
The castle’s curtain wall wasn’t thick, and its construction was outdated. Against three mangonels, it was unlikely to survive more than a week of bombardment.
If the walls were breached, an uneven battle would ensue. Against six-thousand invaders, there was zero chance to win. If the castle fell, the town of Korel...
2023-06-13 14:03:39 +0000 UTC View Post
Three days after Lansius met with Batu, the nomadic tribesmen stealthily moved across the Great Plains, setting up camp far south of Korelia. There they waited for the inevitable battle, their numbers swelling as many heeded the call to avenge their enslaved brethren captured by the Nicopolan mercenaries.
As dawn arrived in Korelia, Sir Ca...
2023-06-12 17:38:47 +0000 UTC View Post
The door to the Council Chamber swung open, and Lansius stepped inside. He immediately noticed the buzz of activity as Audrey, Calub, and Felis were already present. “At ease,” he instructed nonchalantly.
“Where have you been?” Audrey inquired.
“Just relaying a message to Sterling,” he replied.
“Your speech at the...
2023-06-10 05:19:49 +0000 UTC View Post
Lansius’ assertion that six-thousand enemies were nothing captured everyone’s attention. They were intrigued, excited, and relieved that the situation seemed salvageable.
From his pocket, Lansius produced several wooden blocks the size of a thumb and proceeded to sit on the wooden porch. “Imagine each of these is a thousand of the en...
2023-06-06 06:33:12 +0000 UTC View Post
I just released this glossary after Chapter 6 on RR a few days ago, and I thought that many of you may have missed this. It's nothing important and you can skip it if you're not looking for a background story.
But some wanted more info about the world and I'm happy to share. ❤️
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Part 1 - Chapter 2 Background
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2023-06-03 14:04:48 +0000 UTC View Post
As time cooled their earlier high spirits, a sense of anxiety began to permeate the Council Chamber. First was the issue of the guests’ safety; second, the uncertainty surrounding the number and timing of the enemy’s arrival.
“Fifteen days of forced march separate Three Hills from Korelia,” Sir Justin reported. “The horseman who ...
2023-05-31 18:03:36 +0000 UTC View PostPatreon just said that I'm eligible for Annual membership. I tried to set it so anyone who's going for Annual membership can get the maximum discount (16%). I really thank you if you can support this, but don't sweat it if you can't.
Don't let my story become a financial burden to you. I'm already happy that many of you continue to read my...
2023-05-29 13:56:47 +0000 UTC View Post
In the town of Korelia, whispers started to circulate overnight that a Saint Candidate was secretly visiting. The sight of blondes in the local inn and around town, combined with the lord’s late-night visit and the local physician’s tight-lipped demeanor, seemed to add weight to these rumors.
Despite initial doubts, curiosity won out, ...
2023-05-29 11:59:06 +0000 UTC View Post
In the beginning, there were only the Ancients. The first sentient who roamed the boundless expanse of a world they later dubbed Aqua Terra. Birthed from the void, they maintained not one form but ever-changing ones as they devoured and consumed biomass.
As eras passed, they evolved in wisdom, and one among them was revered for her wisdom;...
2023-05-28 04:13:23 +0000 UTC View PostAs a thank you to all my early supporters, there's a plan to keep adding even more advanced chapters for Warlord & Royal Black Tiers. 🥳🎉
Also, like the Warlord tier, I'm going to put a limit on Royal Black Tier, to make it special. 💕
So, for those who are already in the Royal Black tier, please stay, otherwise you're goi...
2023-05-24 12:51:30 +0000 UTC View Post
Lansius, the acting Lord of Korelia.
The traders from Eastern Lowlandia began to pressure Lansius about the grain price, proposing twelve copper coins for a bushel of quality wheat. The standard price was typically a mere four to five copper coins per bushel.
Regardless of the hefty asking price, Lansius was in dire need of the grain...
2023-05-24 12:14:40 +0000 UTC View Post
Lansius and his riders reached the dense part of the forest. Their pace slowed due to the narrow path, a trail familiar to the riders who occasionally hunted deer, boar, and foxes.
The destrier neighed a few times, displaying curiosity about its surroundings. At one point, the horse even attempted to snap at a lizard hanging from a tree br...
2023-05-21 14:25:26 +0000 UTC View Post
“Look out!” A guard’s warning echoed through the air, making Lansius’ heart pound in his chest.
Oh, shoot!
Lansius was closest and almost directly beneath her, so he swiftly urged his horse forward with a press of his thigh. But the lady tumbled headfirst and Lansius misjudged her trajectory. Their heads collided wit...
2023-05-19 12:43:51 +0000 UTC View Post
Calub’s House
“Master, you really should take a break and a bath,” the Page boy suggested.
Chuckling the alchemist responded, “Do I truly smell that bad, Margo?”
“No, master, but the workshop does carry a strong odor.”
“In that case, would you kindly prepare a bath for me?”
With this decided, Margo...
2023-05-14 16:26:59 +0000 UTC View Post
Updated 7th January 2025
For Landing Page (The Usual Links, Maps, Discord, And Announcement Thread), Click Here!
This is a gallery from Published Book 1, 2, and 3.
There might be some spoilers, so it's safer if you have read book...
2023-05-13 17:37:05 +0000 UTC View Post
The dawn of a new day bathed the spring steppe in hues of gold and green. As the sun emerged, it cast long shadows across the undulating field, illuminating the beauty of the awakening landscape. However, the tranquility was soon disrupte...
2023-05-13 16:27:25 +0000 UTC View Post
The next day, Sir Justin and his small entourage arrived at Korelia Castle. He had arranged for his estate to operate without his direct control, and from that day forward, he had planned to fully resume his role as Lansius’ Marshal. 2023-05-09 14:52:23 +0000 UTC View Post
Welcome, whether you’re joining us from the 1st book or audiobook.
This marks the beginning of Book II. Please note that chapter numbering differs from Book to Patreon or Royal Road, but rest assured, you have missed nothing. ❤️
* Originally, the format followed a model like Chapter 5-2, 5-3, 5-4, based on the narrative arc...
2023-05-09 02:22:56 +0000 UTC View Post
The first light of dawn broke through the dark clouds, casting a soft, golden hue over the small castle. The rainfall from the previous night had ceased, leaving the air cool and fresh. Lansius stood by the window, gazing at the transformed landscape outside.
The ditches had turned into a water canal, and some sections had inadvertently cr...
2023-05-07 08:58:01 +0000 UTC View Post