Magicless Extra: The Villain’s Survival Method – Chapter 129.1

𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟐𝟗.1: 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 (1)

October 1917.

In the northwest, a new pillar of light arose. Its emerald hue indicated the arrival of the Archduke of Lust.

This meant that the Army of Sin now possessed three Archdukes – Gluttony, Envy, and Lust – and three legions under their command.

In response, the Imperial Empire expeditionary force had also completed its transformation into a field army. Notably, a division of Tiger tanks and a division of self-propelled artillery golems, totaling 270 units, had arrived as part of the expansion.

Although the number of Gigant riders remained at 1,000, the addition of magic carriers and battleships significantly bolstered their strength. The remaining non-magic battleships were sold to the New Millennium Federation.

Thus, a force of 280,000 troops, excluding the 20,000-strong logistics unit, gathered in Seattle City.

Major General Vasily Chuikov, commander of the CID peacekeeping force, placed his hopes on the fully equipped Imperial Empire. If the Chaos forces in the northwest weren’t eradicated soon, the fight would become increasingly difficult.

According to intelligence from the observatory, the enemy was constructing two additional summoning circles, likely intended for the remaining legions of Sloth and Greed.

Therefore, it was crucial to mobilize the allied forces immediately, as any delay could eliminate the possibility of a successful offensive.

“According to observations from the observation post, the enemy is in the process of building two additional summoning circles. If we continue to delay, it may be difficult with our current forces. Therefore, I would like to hear your opinions on a general advance of the allied forces.”

Oswald stepped forward at those words.

“Our Imperial Empire has expanded to a field army and is now fully equipped. We are prepared to fight the Chaos forces for the sake of world peace.”

Marquis Arondir of the Elondil Empire then spoke.

“In that case, will the Human Empire take the vanguard?”

“Of course. The Imperial Empire will not hesitate to lead the charge for the sake of world peace.”

Marquis Arondir’s expression crumpled. He hadn’t expected the Imperial Empire to volunteer for the vanguard once again. This further strengthened their voice and influence within the allied forces.

“Our New Millennium Federation will also join the Imperial Empire in the vanguard.”

The Federation possessed a field army comparable in size to the Imperial Empire. They had begun rearmament with Garand and carbine rifles provided by Oswald, but only a third of the process was complete. Thanks to the Federation’s superior industrial power, they could at least re-equip 100,000 soldiers.

The Federation’s eagerness to lead the charge stemmed from their desire to propagate their image as the sole righteous force on the New Continent.

Recently, the Commonwealth of Texas had expressed interest in joining the New Millennium Federation. If the New Millennium could make a name for itself, the vassal federation’s decision would likely be accelerated.

Those who frowned upon this development were, naturally, the Republic of Libertas, the southern hegemon of the New Continent.

The Comanche Kingdom, with half its national power already shattered, simply wished for a swift conclusion to the Chaos subjugation. The liberation of the New Continent’s western region would effectively free the entire continent from Chaos, eliminating any remaining threats.

Moreover, a Chaos-free New Continent would facilitate their westward expansion, so they didn’t raise any objections. However, the Republic of Libertas’s northward expansion would inevitably lead to conflict with the New Millennium Federation.

As the New Continent nations bickered amongst themselves, the Union Alliance stepped forward.

“Then may our Union Alliance also join the vanguard?”

Oswald smiled and welcomed the words of Duke Balkas Wolfhound, a werewolf.

“We welcome comrades at any time.”

Due to the beastkin’s inherently warlike nature, the Union Alliance had faced internal discontent over their rearguard position in the previous war. The most vocal opponents were the weretigers, werelions, werewolves, and werebears. If they weren’t allowed to lead the charge this time, there were even talks of replacing the commander.

Duke Balkas Wolfhound, a rational and logical werewolf, had strived to minimize his nation’s losses. However, he was forced to make a choice.

The Imperial Empire’s willingness to take the vanguard presented an opportunity. Fighting alongside them would likely limit casualties.

“Our Saharan Empire will also join the vanguard.”

Similar to the Elondil Empire, the Saharan Empire utilized homunculi to replenish their ranks, so they didn’t hesitate to lead the charge.

In contrast, Elondil, still recovering from the loss of hundreds of thousands in the previous war, remained cautious.

“Then our Orion Empire will also join the vanguard.”

The Orion Empire had lost numerous cavalrymen during the previous northwestern campaign due to the misconduct of their guerrilla unit.

This incident had caused a stir within their nation, with calls for the commander’s replacement. However, Duke Loren had managed to silence his critics through political maneuvering.

Therefore, Duke Loren needed a remarkable achievement, and this opportunity to earn such merit was not to be missed.

“Good, our Great Zhou Empire will also join.”

With the empires – Imperial, Orion, and Sahara – all volunteering for the vanguard, it was unbecoming of the Great Zhou Empire to remain behind. Fortunately, reinforcements from their vassal states had recently arrived in Seattle, ensuring sufficient troop numbers.

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