The Thousand World Tree Clan made a comprehensive prediction of the direction from which the magicians of the Magic Association... that is, the Red Team would launch an attack, and formulated a thorough counterattack plan based on this.
A sudden attack from the streets of Tulifas, or a large army attack from the east. A surprise attack from the air is also possible. But -
"It was unexpected that they attacked with territories.
The Black Archer, Chiron, sighed. In front of his sight, the "Vanity Floating Garden" that "Red" Assassin was so proud of was floating in the air.
"I have to say this garden is really handsome. Compared to it, the city of Mirenia is no different from a dilapidated earthen building."
Black Assassin Matou Shinji sighed while holding a telescope that he had obtained from somewhere.
"Assassin!"
Fiore glared at her Servant with a hint of dissatisfaction, and the Servant blinked innocently. Fiore became even more dissatisfied, but she didn't realize that during this glare, the tension in her heart was also relieved.
Colles, who was standing next to the barrier, asked worriedly, "Archer, how is that now?"
Archer smiled and said calmly:
"It has stopped. Although it is just my speculation, the Red Army seems to be planning to use this grassland as a battleground."
"So we're going to have an all-out showdown?"
"Yes, Masters, please move to a safe place. The enemy will probably also set up a position with Servants and familiars."
"—It seems so. They seem to have summoned the Dragon Fangs. They should be used to fight against our androids and golems."
With a "thump", Danic fell from above. It turned out that he had just boldly looked around at the fortress floating in the air.
"Uncle..."
"Go inside, Fiore. We can only rely on them to win."
"That's right, Danic. Now it's our Servant's domain."
The light particles began to converge, forming the outline of a person. The black berserker, Vlad III, smiled heroically and silently watched the floating fortress.
No, it wasn't just him. The Black Caster Avisbronn was also standing on the wall, watching the floating fortress.
"I didn't expect them to not only enter my territory with such ugly things, but also spread those filthy skeleton soldiers everywhere."
Vlad III showed a clear expression of displeasure. At the moment of invading the territory, they were enemies, they were conquerors, they were Ottoman Turks. A strong sense of obligation to "kill them all" instantly bound his whole body.
Looking around, Danic frowned slightly: "Gold and Saber haven't arrived yet?"
"Here it comes. Here it comes."
The obese Gold ran up the city wall breathlessly, with Black Saber Siegfried following closely behind him.
"Why so slow?"
"The costume needed some final adjustments, but luckily it was completed at the last minute."
"Clothes? What kind of clothes should I wear at this time?"
"That's why I have to do it. With this outfit, I can heal Saber even if I'm not with him, so Saber can fight to his heart's content."
"I didn't expect you to have such a trick. It seems you have really changed a lot."
Seeing Gold's conceited look, Shinji didn't feel disgusted for the first time.
Unlike other servants, Siegfried, who is protected by the "Dragon Blood Armor", suffers only minor injuries. If he can be supported in time with healing magic, Siegfried can remain intact.
Gold snorted and didn't bother to pay attention to this rude guy.
Danic's expression also eased a lot, and he bowed respectfully:
"Grand Duke, we will take shelter in the city first. Please release all your strength."
Vlad III nodded proudly: "Yes. Also, let Rider and the Red Berserker out first - they must also join the battle line."
"But is that really a good idea? Berserker aside, Rider—"
"No problem. Since the other side is eager for a full-scale confrontation, we must of course use all our forces to comply with etiquette. And, assassin—since you proposed the disposal plan for the rider, then he will be handed over to you for responsibility. If anything goes wrong, you will be the only one to blame!"
This order was exactly what Shinji wanted: "Please rest assured, I will keep a close eye on him and prevent him from doing anything wrong. If he can perform well enough, please show some mercy."
"Okay, then, Darnik—"
"I'll be there right away."
Seeing that they had reached an agreement, Danic turned and left, and Fiore and others followed him to retreat into the city.
"Archer, you will be in charge of the android team."
"I understand. But if Assassin can't resist the Red Rider, I will have to suppress him..."
"It doesn't matter. You can judge the situation freely. Sooner or later, we will be in a melee and slowly consume the puppets."
Chiron nodded in agreement. Indeed, just as Vlad III said, once the first attack was over, the situation would immediately turn into a fight between the servants.
"And Caster, you wait here. It will be you who will seize the opportunity to unlock the shackles of the Crimson Berserker."
"Understood. Oh, by the way. Berserker, as a lord you cannot fight on foot. I have had horses prepared."
"oh-"
Hearing this, Vlad III looked at Avisbronn with interest.
"Of course it's just something that was made—"
"It doesn't matter. After all, ordinary horses can't handle such a war."
What Avisbron brought was a huge bronze-iron horse (a puppet). It was a spotted horse made of iron and bronze. Its eyes, made of rubies and sapphires, sparkled with an enchanting brilliance.
"very good."
Vlad III smiled contentedly and jumped onto the horse. The horse did not neigh, but just stood there upright.
"Oh my! Vlad III is going to ride a horse. I really have no place to stand~"
A slightly higher voice sounded, and the atmosphere at the scene suddenly became tense. It was the Black Rider who had just been released, Astolfo. He had an innocent smile on his face, and spoke to the tyrant who had made him a prisoner in a nonchalant manner.
"Rider, I will no longer ask you whether you have reflected on your actions. Show me your strength now—show me your strength as one of Charlemagne's twelve warriors."
Astolfo slapped his chest and said:
"Well, leave it to me! This goes to this, that goes to that. This war is my mission after all!"
"It's fine if you have this understanding. Rider, you will obey the assassin's command. If you behave properly, I will forgive you for your treason."
"Understood~! I'm counting on you, assassin." Astolfo stuck out his tongue playfully.
"First, you will assist Archer in commanding the androids."
"Oh~"
"Also, change your sloppy attitude."
"Oh." Astolfo's head drooped suddenly.
Finally, Vlad III turned his gaze to the taciturn Siegfried.
"Saber, this time you will lead the charge with me."
Siegfried still said nothing, but drew his greatsword and demonstrated his attitude with practical actions - now he had reliable comrades and a master he could trust, and he had no worries.
"Gentlemen. We are short of lancers, and the enemy has lost berserkers. However, war is not as simple as addition and subtraction, and heroes cannot be measured simply by their combat power. Karna, Achilles, and Caster and Assassin who have not yet appeared. No one knows the outcome unless they fight to the last moment. Here, I want to ask you a question. Are you prepared to accept defeat?"
Siegfried had a blank expression, Avisbronn didn't move, Chiron remained calm, Astolfo spread his hands with a fearless smile, and Shinji stared at the aerial fortress not far away, as if he wanted to make a hole in it with his eyes.
All members expressed their refusal through words and actions.
"Very well, we shall win! They are barbarians. They defile my lands, and laugh insolently and ungraciously. They are fools who can only be redeemed by death. Kill them with a smile."
Although Vlad III's words were a bit extreme, they were very easy to understand.
Don't let them go back alive - this is all he wanted to say, and this is also what the other Servants expected.
"Go out!!!"
The Grand Duke grabbed the reins of his horse and jumped down from the castle with the horse. Although the height of the castle wall and the cliff was more than 100 meters, the bronze and iron horse made by Avisbronn would not be damaged even if it jumped from such a height.
Like a one-man army, Vlad III rode his horse straight to the enemy camp. Although this was a peaceful grassland, it would most likely turn into a scorched earth after the war.
The tyrant who had gained his subordinates and revived in modern times now faced powerful invaders again. However, this situation was the same as when he was alive, so he had no fear at all.
Siegfried then jumped down, his posture was just like when he faced the evil dragon Fafner in his lifetime, emitting a powerful aura that no one could ignore. If Vlad III was an army, then he could rival an army alone!
Soon, the androids and puppets led by the two Servants began to gather together. Chiron and Astolfo's command was very good, and they formed a neat line in a blink of an eye.
On one side of the army, Avisbronn can be seen carrying the sealed Spartacus. He is planning to release the crazy gladiator at the right time. Although his mind is completely broken, he still has a little bit of rationality to distinguish between enemies and friends. After the exchange of masters, the enemy to him is the red team.
Along with the two of them were ten particularly outstanding puppets carefully selected by Avisbronn. These puppets seemed very powerless in front of the powerful servants, but if used properly, they might still be able to achieve results.
The "armies" of both sides are constantly moving forward.
Vlad III led the way, holding a silver spear, ready to engage any enemy vanguard that might appear.
However, until he rushed to within ten meters of the enemy formation, there was still no red servant appearing, only densely packed Dragon Fang soldiers.
The surprised Archduke immediately ordered the army to stop advancing. At the same time, the Dragon Tooth Soldiers also stopped moving.
Knowing that it was a waste of effort to talk to the Dragon Fang Soldiers, Vlad III turned his attention to the mobile fortress.
"Well, what are you going to do?"
Although it didn’t say that it heard his words, but as if in response, the Crimson Archer shot the first arrow.