As the countdown in Adam's UI neared its final moments, the hours came to an end. The camp was eerily quiet, the hustle and bustle of activity replaced by a sense of anticipation. All traps had been checked, all weapons were sharpened, and all NPCs had been placed in their designated positions.
Adam stood in the middle with his reinforced spear slung over his shoulder. He opened the **Territory Management** interface one last time to check his assets and defenses.
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> **Current Source:**
> - Gold: 1300
> - Three: 120
> - Shark: 85
> **Protection Points:**
> - ** South Barrier: ** Durability 150/150
> - ** North Barrier: ** Length 150/150
> - **Pike Pits:** Number: 8 (Length: 100/100 each)
> - **Upgrade Guides:** Speed 200/200
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Adam closed the menu, satisfied with the outcome. Ignis approached The flames usually licked the air around them.
He said in a calm voice: "Lord, the air is heavy. coming closer"
"Alright," Adam replied, his eyes fixed on the horizon. "Are you ready?"
Ignis smiled weakly. "Always."
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The system beeped and another alert appeared.
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> ** The monster attack will begin now. **
> - the first incoming wave.
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from the Northern Woodland The first sound: the rustling of leaves in the distance, followed by the rumbling of entrails. The ground beneath the castles shook slightly as the first wave of monsters emerged from the shadows.
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> **Monsters found:**
> - Wild Wolves (5): **40/40 HP each**
> - Wild Boars (3): **60/60 HP each**
> - **Rating:** F+
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Armin, standing at the northern border, raised his bow. "Call," he called in a calm but sharp voice.
Adam climbed the tower and surveyed the battlefield. The monsters moved in packs, the wolves charging ahead and the pigs closing in behind them.
"Enter," Adam ordered through the local command system.
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The first wolf entered the thorny pit, too fast to stop in time. He screamed, ducking into the trap, stabbed by the sharp sticks.
Armin missed his first shot, and the other wolf was killed easily. coffin The creature flinched but continued on until the second shot was fired.
Ignis stood by the southern net, raising his staff. With a flick of his wrist, fire shot out in the path of the approaching boars. The flames slowed them down, sending the group scattering.
The Guardians pulled the rope through the central trenches, trapping the wolf that had entered the traps. His shield hit the jaws with a nasty crack before the spear was thrust into his side.
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> ** Monsters defeated:**
> - Wild Wolves (3): 15 gold, 30 XP, Wolf Skin (3)
> - Boar (1): 10 Gold, 20 XP, Boar Tusk
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Adam joined the fight, raising his spear and piercing the side of another boar. The creature grunted in pain, but was quickly defeated by the combined attack.
Ignis unleashed another wave of fire that engulfed both wolves at once. The air was filled with the smell of burning fur and living things They fell in a blazing heap.
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> ** Monsters defeated:**
> - Wild Wolves (2): 10 Gold, 20 XP, Wolf Skin (2)
> - Boars (2): 20 Gold, 40 XP, Boars (2)
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The first wave ended as it began. The last boar fell to Armin's arrow, its massive body falling to the ground with a final groan.
Adam descended from the tower, his boots clattered to the ground. caught the traps, The problems were not broken, and his NPCs prepared for more.
Ignis approached, his staff's flame flickering as the flames faded. "It's a good start," he said.
Adam nodded. "This is just the beginning. The next wave will be stronger."
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The system called again and gave a new message.
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> ** The second wave of infiltration. **
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From the tree trunk came a new sound: a heavy, deep thud, and a distinct crackling of branches. Adamu took up his spear, his voice calm but firm.
"Details!" he commanded.
His NPCs moved with the force of the action, their resolve unwavering. The second wave is coming, and Adam will meet it with fire, iron, and a kingdom ready for anything.