It seems like there’s a lack of follow-through.
As for the continuously accelerating losses?
Apart from the stark initial blow, the increase in losses barely caused any noticeable disturbance in the declining trajectory of fortune.
Mistakes naturally arose along with the most obvious visual feedback.
"Haha, I told you, they’re just some sleazy insects, how could they possibly withstand the might of the imperial army!
Even with hidden weapons, they’re nothing more than fleeting blossoms, vanishing in an instant!"
The beast atop the high platform laughed aloud, masking the fear the swarm of insects had instilled moments ago.
As if their own "ephemeral blossom," which faded faster than the swarm’s outburst, never existed.
Completely unaffected by the embarrassing loss of numerous soldiers due to the swarm’s scheme moments ago.
"My lord, I believe we still need to be more cautious.
The treacherous insects are sly; they managed to organize just now, so we must remain vigilant."
The Charm Contractor advised, though unaware of the increasing casualties on the frontline, instinctively feeling the need for more safeguards.
The formidable Magic Firearms displayed by the insect swarm this time came without prior intelligence, proving these swarms aren’t mindless beings.
Instead, they might even be cleverer, potentially hiding more tricks up their sleeves.
"Your point is valid.
In that case, I will cast another spell to advance onto the deceiving insects’ defense line, eradicating this group that only hinders the imperial army with external forces!"
"Your wisdom shines, my lord."
Though the Charm Contractor felt something was amiss, he couldn’t immediately pinpoint the issue and had to temporarily withdraw and observe the developments.
Meanwhile, the beast picked up the Tiger Talisman again, using it as the core to once more seek the Emperor’s blessing.
Under the resonance of the force of fortune, the soldiers ahead felt the pressure in front of them lighten as most attacks were blocked.
Steps felt as if propelled by the Wind, as if infused with endless power.
Though the dense attacks quickly depleted and shattered this heavy protection.
But with this sudden burst of speed, the army surged forward five hundred meters, leaving only two hundred meters to the insect swarm’s frontline!
Even relying on the enhanced physical strength, the soldiers at the vanguard could almost see the roaring barrels.
But these gun barrels...
Seemed to be "growing" out of the bodies of those insects?
Some sharp-eyed soldiers felt doubt arising in their hearts but soon pushed it down.
Due to their approach, those insects could no longer bear it, revealing their sharp limbs and charging at them!
Witnessing this scene, the Charm Contractor finally realized what he had overlooked!
The formidable long-range abilities the insect swarm displayed earlier made him momentarily forget—
Initially, from some distant observations, these swarms were identified as melee units.
Thus they were surprised at the insect swarm’s capability to show such powerful long-range firepower.
But from when did these swarms in their impression shift from being a physically potent melee unit to a frail long-range soldier?
It’s pointless to warn now; moreover, they already initially prepared for the swarm’s melee, now merely returning to the initial tactic.
And at this moment, their sudden assault forced the swarm into close quarters, proving that they successfully disrupted the enemy’s plans?
The Contractors felt uncertain, but the beasts seemed to glimpse the dawn of victory.
The soldiers under them, unified by fortune, could form a combined battle formation!
With the boost of imperial fortune, the formation could even threaten most Tier Six beasts!
With such power, can they not eliminate those Disaster Insects?
Yet they did not revel for long, as reality delivered a crushing blow.
Something’s off; how come the lethality of these insects...
Seems to be a tad too overwhelming?
Fortune Dynasty Divine Arts: A new-age Power of Faith system, derived from traditional belief systems, intercepting and channeling most of the Power of Faith at the source, acts as a special regional defense mechanism, providing additional Divine Arts consumption...
[Note: Derived from the people, used for the people, this embodies the new-age witch characteristic...]
[Additional note: Sigh... Yet another little witch driven foolish by rote learning, which big brain thought it clever to give witches a political education class?]