[Tiring!]
[Quest completed.]
[Quest: Find the Potatoes.]
[A large amount of experience points will be awarded as a reward.]
I finally found the source of the potatoes. However, contrary to what I had expected, Native American tribes in southern North America did not grow potatoes.
Of course, I knew that potatoes originated in South America. However, just in case, I inquired about the tribes in the southern region through the upper level.
He turned his head and checked the report in his hand again.
-There is a rumor that crops similar to potatoes are being grown in the vast lands across the sea.
If it was across the sea, it would most likely be the islands in the West Indies, near South America.
"What a pity. I would have been much more at ease if I had been in one of the Aztec city-states."
They didn't seem to grow potatoes either.
"But why don't we go all the way to the Andes?"
We decided to put potatoes on hold for now as we planned a future expedition to the West Indies. Just then, I heard a noise outside and a 'heavy snowstorm' came knocking and entering my room.
"Your Majesty the Emperor! The soldiers have been supplied and reorganized. Just give the order and they will be ready to go."
"You've worked hard. Have the warriors' fatigue all gone away?"
"Yes, Your Majesty! Everyone is said to be feeling stiff after getting enough rest."
He nodded with a satisfied smile and said.
"Good. This time, let's make a surprise attack and tire out the Iroquois warriors. Tonight, we'll raid the enemy camp, so it would be a good idea to have a group of nimble warriors."
'Heavy Snowstorm', who already knew our operation plan, answered forcefully.
"Understood. I will select and prepare the swift warriors."
After a while, I was given a few more instructions and the 'heavy snowstorm' subsided, leaving me alone in the dwelling, so I could only nod quietly.
"Yes. It would be best to attract as much attention as possible and capture the Iroquois warriors."
* * *
Upper Mohawk River. A dark night. Nearly a hundred Viking ships milled about along the river. At that moment, the scout unit that had landed on the riverbank first and was scouting the area waved a torch here and there and whistled long.
Peeeeeeeee!
'Brave Wolf', who was leading the fleet, gave orders to the white generals assisting him at that signal.
"Safety is secured. Land as quickly as possible."
"Yes, Mr. Cheon In-jang!"
As the white generals withdrew, the Viking ships began to line up along the river, one by one, in response to the signal sent from the flagship.
"Get down the ladder!"
"Before you land, double check to make sure nothing is missing!"
The warriors of the 'Sun of the Sky' stepped onto the ground one after another, climbing down the ladder connected to the Viking ship.
"Secure the left border!"
"Secure the right flank!"
"Archers, prepare to provide supporting fire from the center!"
After a while, a white man approached the 'brave wolf'.
"Chief! All the warriors have landed safely on land. And a few scouting parties have been searching the area, but there is nothing that could be dangerous."
Only then did the 'brave wolf' loosen his stiff expression.
"Tell the ships to move to a safe place, and tell all the thousand-man leaders leading each unit to gather together."
"Understood, sir!"
As the white general retreated, another signal was sent from the land toward the river.
"Wait in the hideout"
The minimum number of people required to operate the fleet is one thousand. A thousand warriors stationed on each ship began to move busily and cautiously steer the fleet toward the river.
Meanwhile, 'Brave Wolf' once again checked with the celestial beings and this operation, 'Going Against the Rough River'.
Seven thousand warriors landed on land. Here again it will be divided into six units. 'Brave Wolf' illuminated a map spread out on the ground with a torch and pointed out the stronghold villages of the five tribes that belonged to the Iroquois Confederacy.
"According to the information sent by the Intelligence and Inspection Department, there are almost no warriors guarding the village. So each unit will use the base village as a base and quickly occupy the surrounding villages as planned. However, do not move too recklessly. Respond appropriately depending on the situation. Take action first and then report back."
"Understood, sir!"
"And don't forget to keep in touch with your units in case of an emergency."
"Yes, sir!"
The five great men listened to the words of the 'brave wolf' again and answered powerfully. After a while, the 'Brave Wolf' moved first, leading two thousand warriors.
Then five groups of one thousand warriors each began to move quickly toward the stronghold villages of the Iroquois tribes.
"We must reach our destination before dawn!"
"Maintain defensive formation!"
"I'll give you plenty of rest at the base village, so just hold on a little longer!"
* * *
South of the lower reaches of the Merrimack River. The Abnaki League warriors who had built a garrison across the river were still waiting.
However, the 'Sun of the Sky' and the Avnaki League sent out scouting units to scout out each other along the river every day.
At that time, warriors from the Abnaki Confederacy, who had been scouting the territory of the Wampanoag tribe across the Merrimack River, appeared one after another.
-The Abnaki League guys are coming!
-Everyone, prepare for battle.
The 20th unit members of the Information and Surveillance Division, who had been digging the ground and hiding, quietly loaded arrows into their crossbows at the signal from their leader.
They weren't the only ones hiding in the hideout. Meanwhile, the Intelligence and Inspection Department, which had been investigating the direction of infiltration by the Avnaki Federation's reconnaissance unit, dispatched six teams under the direction of their superiors.
The warriors of the Intelligence and Surveillance Division were keeping a close watch on the Abnaki Federation reconnaissance force from their respective hideouts, surrounding them widely.
-Wait! We'll strike when Group 8 makes a surprise attack on the enemy's rear.
-Okay, boss!
There was a long silence, filled with tension. The 20th unit members of the Intelligence and Inspection Department held their breath and continued to watch the Abnaki Federation's reconnaissance unit.
At that moment, a short scream was heard from the enemy's rear.
Aaaah!
"It's an enemy surprise attack!"
"These are the warriors of the sun in the sky!"
"Prepare for battle!"
The voices of the Avnaki Federation scout unit warriors were heard one after another in an urgent manner. At the same time, the order to attack was given by the 20th Division leader of the Information and Inspection Department.
-Now is the time!
-attack!
The tree canopy covered with fallen leaves shook, and the 20th platoon members who were crouching underground began firing their crossbows in unison toward the front.
Arrows flew fiercely and instantly struck the Abnaki League warriors. Moreover, arrows flew from all directions, regardless of whether they were forward or backward.
The Avnaki Federation Reconnaissance Corps warriors were targeted by the Intelligence and Surveillance Corps warriors, unable to find a place to hide.
-You can't lose to another group.
-Keep shooting arrows.
The soldiers belonging to the Intelligence Service, who were burning with competitive spirit, were almost like sharpshooters in their archery skills, as if they were the result of rigorous training.
With each shot, the Abnaki League warriors fell one by one.
Eww! Eww! Eww!
After a while, the surprise operation by the Intelligence Service soldiers was a great success. The Abnaki League scout force, with only ten warriors left, was fleeing frantically across the river.
And the leaders of each team of the Intelligence and Inspection Department who led this battle to victory gathered together and talked with bright smiles.
"The battle ended so blandly, contrary to my expectations, that it wasn't fun."
"Are there any injured crew members?"
"doesn't exist."
"I sent them away alive after receiving instructions from above. I wonder how the Abnaki Alliance will react."
"I can tell just by looking at it. The warriors of the Abnaki League will never cross this river."
"Then that's good."
"Anyway, let's clean up this place and report to our superiors quickly."
* * *
The capital of the 'sun in the sky'. A 'very big' city. At the government office, key figures in charge of military and diplomatic affairs of the 'Sun in the Sky' were holding an emergency meeting hosted by 'Splendid Sunset'.
"They say that despite our warriors' surprise attack, the Abnaki Federation warriors are still not moving."
The face of 'Splendid Sunset' brightened for a moment at the words of 'Fast Deer', the head of the Information Inspection Department.
"Anyway, this makes the intentions of the Avnaki Federation clear. Sorry for interrupting the meeting. I'll take a moment to sort things out."
'Splendid Sunset', a genius in the top 1%, is deep in thought, activating insight abilities she didn't even know she had.
Her eyes kept sparkling as she stared at the large map spread out on the table.
'What would I do if I were His Majesty the Emperor?'
'Splendid Sunset' looks ahead a few steps and depicts and re-drawings the situation that will unfold at an incredible speed.
She slowly opened her mouth, a strange smile forming on her lips.
"Minister of Foreign Affairs!"
The 'vast earth' looked at her calmly and prepared to listen.
"Please provide as much evidence as possible regarding the terms on which the Abnaki Confederacy negotiated with the Iroquois Confederacy."
"Okay."
'The Vast Earth', who realized her intentions belatedly, asked if her guess was correct.
"Senior Aide! Are you thinking of securing a pretext to invade the Abnaki Federation?"
'Splendid Sunset' nodded as if it was obvious.
"Yes. No matter how much I think about it, I feel like I'll miss this opportunity and regret it later."
"I see. I understand what you mean."
This time, 'Splendid Sunset' looked up at 'Roaring Thunder', the leader of the training camp.
"Training camp leader! How many warriors are there that can move right now? Excluding the units deployed in each region, including the south?"
"That's… just a moment."
'Roaring Thunder' hesitated for a moment, as if he was weak in numbers, and spoke with an uncertain expression.
"Including the warriors who have just been discharged from the training camp, there seem to be around 2,000 to 2,500 people."
"At least 2,000… That should be enough."
'Roaring Thunder' awkwardly laughed at 'Splendid Sunset's' words, not understanding them.
"Hahahaha! What are you talking about?"
'Splendid Sunset' also smiled and said.
"Hohoho! Mighty Thunder! I have a favor to ask. Please prepare 2,000 warriors to go to battle at any time."
"yes?
'Roaring Thunder' looked at 'Splendid Sunset' with curious eyes.
* * *
Western part of the upper reaches of the Muhekunnetuk River (Hudson River). Iroquois Confederacy encampment. The sun was rising and the day was gradually getting brighter.
I was looking at the Iroquois Confederate encampment ahead and immediately gave the order to attack.
"The Iroquois warriors must be very tired from the last three raids. This time, it's a fire attack. Attack!"
A thousand warriors of the Royal Guard, riding buffalo behind me, dipped arrowheads wrapped in cotton into braziers placed everywhere.
Before I knew it, a thousand warriors of the guard, with lighted arrows loaded on their bows, were following me, running towards the Iroquois camp.
Knock knock! Knock knock! Knock knock!
The moment the rough buffalo's hooves hit the ground, I fired my fire arrow without hesitation.
"Now! Fire!"
Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh!
Flaming arrows flew through the wind, striking the Iroquois encampments. Wooden fences, wooden huts, etc. Black smoke rose from the spot where the fire arrow had struck, and a fire began to burn slowly.
"That's enough! Let's go back to the castle!"
"Yes, Your Majesty the Emperor!"
I did not hesitate, and quickly left the camp with my SS warriors after a single attack. I took the lead and glanced at the Iroquois encampment once more.
'There's going to be chaos. This is a real guerrilla operation.'
* * *
"It's fire!"
"It's an enemy surprise attack!"
"The sun warriors of the sky have appeared!"
The Iroquois Confederate warriors, who had been unable to sleep for several days due to the surprise attack by the 'Sun of the Sky' warriors, were once again thrown into confusion and chaos.
Moreover, the Iroquois warriors who saw the fire arrows for the first time were shocked beyond fear.
"How can an arrow catch fire?"
"oh my god!"
"What are you all doing? Turn off the lights!"
"Counterattack with your bows to prevent the Sky Sun Warriors from approaching the garrison!"
The great warriors of each tribe of the Iroquois confederacy shouted instructions to their warriors. Meanwhile, shocking news was heard from the hut where the chiefs were gathered.
"What? The warriors of the heavenly sun appeared in the village?"
"how?