Global Lord: My Undead Can Undergo Fission
Chapter 331: No Need for Deliberate Reconnaissance

Chapter 331: Chapter 331: No Need for Deliberate Reconnaissance

Mages, as a high-end force, had always enjoyed a lofty status despite never having been tested on a large-scale battlefield.

Fang Jie, looking at the report in his hands, was speechless. "I thought it would be difficult to investigate, but it turns out everything is public."

It must be very frustrating for Jia Siwei, who had planned to investigate cautiously.

But unexpectedly, before he even started asking around, there was already a buzz of discussion outside. Even some merchants knew about this news.

A large number of mages had gathered, and their locations had never been concealed. Even the exact timing of their full assembly could easily be inferred. There was no need to worry about being suspected even if an attack occurred.

"Since that’s the case, let’s start planning our route of action and send someone to attack. Additionally, as for the other task over there, we’ll take it on just before the attack starts."

Although there are rules for hiring on both sides, Fang Jie could not completely keep it hidden.

Spies from two countries had begun to stir, and there were cases of domestic organizations being bribed. Thus, important tasks would be quickly known to the other side as soon as his people took them on.

This operation saw a direct mobilization of over five hundred Skeleton Flying Dragons.

Stealthily, the Skeleton Flying Dragons approached Kay City from three different routes, the gathering place of the mages.

Kay City was chosen for a reason: it housed a Mage Tower and the second largest Mage Academy within the country. The largest Mage Academy lay within the capital.

After all, becoming a mage was often a way for nobles to gild their prestige, and what better place to do that than the capital.

Just a few days later, a significant number of mages finally came together. While not all, most of the combat-capable mages were assembled, and the leading mage was loudly giving a speech above.

"This is the Mage Team’s first foray into large-scale combat. The extent of our contribution now will largely determine your future status within the Empire."

"If we play a significant role in this battle, it will have great benefits for the school and for yourselves."

The New Moon Kingdom was not known for its mages; because their power had not been proven, the strength that could be deployed was very uncertain. This was not only a validation but also an excellent opportunity to gather data.

Only by allowing them to grow continually and create even greater victories on the battlefield

Could the mages gain a higher status and become even more esteemed.

While the proclamation progressed, suddenly a voice shattered the mood: "What is that? Not good, it’s an attack."

"That’s a Skeleton Flying Dragon, I’ve seen pictures." Everyone looked up towards the distance in the sky where a large number of Skeleton Flying Dragons were rapidly approaching. Followed closely by a multitude of White Bone Vultures.

Yes, White Bone Vultures, not White Bone Griffins. These vultures had been enhanced to reach Bronze level. They were not Silver, but the numbers were indeed vast.

The primary purpose behind this operation was these creatures, for their numbers are too large.

It wasn’t that the Skeleton Flying Dragons weren’t formidable, but on such a battlefield, without the support of low-level troops, the loss of Skeleton Flying Dragons would have been considerable. To employ more than five hundred at once required solid planning.

"Don’t be afraid, activate the Mage Tower; this is our first battle."

The old mages were a mix of apprehension, enthusiasm, and some preoccupied with thoughts of their own.

Faced with so many formidable opponents in their first battle, they were somewhat overwhelmed. Thankfully, amidst the chaos, the Mage Tower was swiftly activated.

In an instant, a flurry of light flashed, and a beam shot out from the gemstone at the top of the Mage Tower. The beam swept across the battlefield, cutting through everything in its path.

This single strike cost over ten Skeleton Flying Dragons and a large number of White Bone Vultures, which fell like rain.

"See, they’re that fragile." Seeing their attacks being effective, all the mages suddenly felt better. But before they could savor their relief, the Skeleton Flying Dragons launched their attack.

A number of Skeleton Flying Dragons within range began their Breath actions.

Death Dragon Breath coupled with Death Aura Bombs were hurled toward Kay City. Around Kay City, a faint glimmer of light appeared, continuously rippling under the barrage of attacks.

This was the activation of the Academy’s defense, a powerful Defense Barrier stronger than walls.

"Everyone, be quiet; follow our previous drills and use spells to take down these undead."

The old mage’s voice, paired with the emergence of the Defense Barrier, calmed the previously frantic mages. They began to gather their Magic Power, either alone or in groups, deploying the methods they had hurriedly trained in.

The Mage Tower continued its assault, sweeping across as before. However, with the Skeleton Flying Dragons now dispersed, each attack was less devastating than the previous.

In contrast, the Magic Attacks from the mages were far less potent than those from the Mage Tower.

A barrage of fireballs and lightning vaulted into the sky – with so many undead above, one could hit them with eyes closed.

However, the spells that hit the Skeleton Flying Dragons had virtually no effect. There was a dire scarcity of Gold-level mages here, only about thirty, with the rest being at most Silver-level.

Meanwhile, the White Bone Vultures kept falling; even low-level mages could take them down using combined spells. Just then, a crack appeared in the Barrier.

Since the start of the attack, the Mage Tower had only struck four times. This was unexpected by the old mages.

"Not good, the Defense Barrier is about to give way, what do we do?"

The old mage’s face was etched with worry, cursing inwardly, "What do I know?" While mages have strong abilities, it all depends on the power comparison. The enemy had over five hundred of Gold level, while they had only thirty; it wasn’t a fair match at all.

Initially, it wasn’t apparent, but having fought for so long, they surely realized.

But what could he do? The Academy had no escape plans prepared, or rather, normal escape methods were useless under such conditions. Moreover, fleeing would utterly ruin the reputation of the mages.

"No matter whether the barrier holds, keep attacking; we must take them with us even if we die." The old mage spoke helplessly but with determination, his eyes ablaze with fire.