The sun had not yet appeared on the horizon when the warriors began to gather in the training field. The cold morning air carried moisture from the sea, making the ground beneath their feet slippery. Edmund watched from a nearby hill as the soldiers prepared for another day of learning and perfecting the use of their new silver weapons.Voss, alongside trusted veterans, organized the groups for different exercises. The training that morning would be even more exhausting, as it would involve advanced group combat tactics and ambush simulations.— Today, we will not only train individual strikes and stances — Voss shouted. — You will learn to fight as a united force. An army does not win by strength alone, but by the coordination and discipline of its warriors!The archers were the first to be put to the test. Led by Kieza, they formed ranks on a rocky elevation and were ordered to shoot at moving targets. Wooden pieces wrapped in leather were pulled by ropes, simulating moving creatures. The archers had to hit vital points and learn to compensate for the wind and distance. Kieza corrected their stances and emphasized the importance of accuracy over the speed of the shots.On the ground, the swordsmen practiced quick duels, alternating partners to face different styles. Edmund actively participated, facing his best soldiers and correcting stances while exchanging fierce blows. The metallic sound of the swords echoed across the field, accompanied by grunts of effort and the orders of the instructors. In addition to offensive techniques, the warriors also learned to defend against unexpected attacks and to use the environment to their advantage.On the opposite side of the field, a new challenge awaited the more experienced warriors: night combat. With torches lit around, they were instructed to fight under low light, simulating an attack on the camp during darkness. The warriors had to rely not only on their sight but also on sound and instinct to detect the enemies. Small challenges were inserted, such as rope traps and obstacles invisible at first sight.— In a real battle, you won't have the advantage of daylight — Voss explained. — You need to learn to hear the enemy, to feel their presence before you see them!One of the most challenging moments came with the endurance training. The soldiers were instructed to carry heavy loads over a long distance, simulating forced marches. Many fell from exhaustion, but with each fall, their comrades were encouraged to help them get back up. Edmund made sure to walk the trail alongside them, showing that a leader should share the burden of his men. Additionally, their resistance to cold and hunger was tested, forcing the soldiers to improvise shelters and ration supplies.Another challenge included ambush simulations and close combat. The soldiers were divided into groups, where they needed to defend a strategic point or invade one. Siege strategies were put to the test, teaching the importance of coordination between infantry and archers. The combat became more and more realistic, and those who failed learned valuable lessons for future battles.At the end of the day, exhaustion was evident on the soldiers' faces. Their clothes were soaked with sweat, their muscles trembling with fatigue, but something had changed. They were no longer just a group of warriors training with new weapons. Now, they were a unit, an army forged through effort and determination.Edmund climbed onto a rocky outcrop and raised his sword to the twilight sky.— You have taken another step toward victory. When the day of battle arrives, you will not fight alone. We will stand side by side, and our weapons will not fail!The warriors raised their swords and shields in response, letting out a roar that resonated across the island. War was getting closer, but now they were more prepared than ever.