Just being a dark elf in Warhammer

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"First of all, I want to know how your military training is? It's training."

"Cultivation? Military cultivation? This word... seems to be a general term?" Hearing Darkus' question, William III was stunned. After a long time, he spread out the hand holding the quill and murmured in his mouth .

"Yes, it refers generally. To expand it, it means the level of knowledge and practical ability in military affairs. Military theory, military academics, military technology and actual combat are all included in military cultivation."

"My friend, I thought about it carefully, and I can tell you the truth that my military accomplishments are not very good. This is related to my growth experience, family background and choices. Although I am a noble, I am not like those children. Like my companions, I joined the army after I became an adult. During that period, I... something happened." William III nodded, but did not respond. He could feel that what Darkus said next was important, And the answer from his mouth to Darkus seems to be equally important? Then he fell into thinking for a long time. After a while, he slowly spoke in a serious tone. At the end, he sighed and shook his head.

“As you can see now, I joined the Cult of Sigmar as a noble, but I did not become a priest at first, but became a member of the Knights of the Silver Hammer.

Stephen Fisher is not only my friend and comrade-in-arms, but also my mentor. He taught me a lot, how to maximize your own advantages in small-scale battles, how to obtain useful intelligence in taverns, and how to navigate government contacts. How to deal with villagers in untouchable villages and what to do when you are not welcome.

You also know... the Knights of the Silver Hammer, also known as our Witch Hunters, don't have a very good reputation in the empire. We are the targets of rejection. Those people avoid us when they see us. Not only In this way, they sometimes tip off those cult members and the like. "

"I'm sorry, I went a little bit far away. I just... thought of him. After that incident, I changed from a member of the Silver Hammer Knights to a Sigma priest. I was active in this Sigma Cathedral all day long. I didn't I haven't participated in any large-scale battles. If it weren't for Ludwig, I might not even be able to climb the city wall, but I will fight. If you didn't show up, I would hold my ax and fight those vampires until the last moment. , so...my friend, you should be able to evaluate the military quality of the department now."

"Axe?" Darkus has been listening quietly. To use a noble term, this is a conversation that changes history, but it is also a chat between friends. It is the last chat without him nagging all the time. reason.

"Yes, the ax! I trust my ax more than the hammer. The ax I carried with me from the first battle, the ax that has always been with me in battles."

"Hahahaha." Darkus laughed. After he finished laughing, he continued with a smile and said, "My friend, it seems that not only our personality and the way we deal with problems, we have many similarities in other aspects. Where, an ax? Yes! An ax, but mine is not an ax, but a suit of armor, a standard armor issued to knights."

"I just talked about the lizard people's Triceratops and Ankylosaurus, as well as our Druchi's war hydra, etc. There are various differences between these giant beasts, but they have one thing in common. They can fight against the enemy. Providing a cover for soldiers, they can serve as the front line against large enemy targets or important targets.

Of course, in addition to these behemoths I introduced to you, there are many other beasts or behemoths, which can serve as various tactical positions in war, just like the griffins of some imperial knights in your empire or the incapable of flying. A rising gryphon, a half-gryphon? A kind of free-range chicken...

Having said that, these behemoths do not belong to the empire. What will the empire choose to do when fighting against those monsters rushing out of the forest? Don't tell me yet, let me guess. The provincial soldiers holding halberds will serve as the front row, and the archers holding bows and crossbows will provide cover. Some endowed provinces will also be issued a certain number of muskets?

The artillery position composed of cannons is the core of an army, used for continuous bombardment, against important enemy units or to provide artillery support. At the critical moment, the Cavaliers launched a charge from the flank? "After clinking glasses and taking a sip, Darkus continued. He evaluated the empire's current military system at the time he was at.

"My friend, although I don't want to admit it, it is indeed the case. Fortunately, we will not face a face-to-face confrontation. As you said, those lizard people usually stay in the jungle instead of appearing in the empire. Even if Appearing in the empire is not for the empire.

The empire's military system is very weak. Occasionally, the Sigma Cult will participate in some major battles against monsters, but that's all. To be honest, that night... everything you did refreshed the minds of those nobles and sects. According to the knowledge of high-level officials, the defenders in the North City District saw everything outside the city at dawn, and the More Black Guards who went out to fight outside the city also saw everything. "

"But this is just one side! Compared to you, the elves and lizardmen are more comprehensive in building their military system. In addition to magic that you don't have, they also have an air force that can pose a major threat to artillery positions.

Moreover, the most important thing is that elves and lizardmen are different from humans. They are immortal species and have enough time and years to hone their martial arts. The elves you saw before were exposed to bows and arrows in the form of gifts from their parents before they reached adulthood. , practice archery, and when they are a thousand years old, they may still be able to use the bow and arrow they started using when they were children. Maybe you have no idea about this long time, but you should know that there are two different concepts between a thousand-year-old and a minor holding a bow and arrow. One is the ability to shoot, and the other is which eye to shoot.

The same is true for lizardmen. Lizardmen are different from elves, humans and dwarves. Although I don't want to give this example, I still have to... because this will give you a clear understanding of the beastmen and lizardmen that China often confronts. Very similar, the beastmen include tauren, horned beasts, centaurs, and sometimes other weird things, war mastiffs? Cyclops? The terrifying Gurmon and the Whispering Beast that can drive soldiers crazy.

The main infantry among the lizardmen are lizardmen. They are at least two meters tall, and some unique existences are even more terrifying. The scales on their skin will provide them with reliable defense. Of course, in addition to their scales, they also have armor. They will wield heavy weapons that cannot be blocked by human shields to attack. They are born to fight, and they do not need Language, no commands needed. During the battle, they will use their minds to form reliable formations and replace their companions after they fall. They will not be afraid, they will not flinch, even though they know they will face failure in the battle, but as long as they are still standing and fighting, they will keep fighting until they fall completely. "

"Sigma." William III was shocked by Darkus' words. He had gained a lot of experience today. He learned something from Darkus that he might not have known in his previous life. While he was sighing, he also drew the symbol of the Hammer of Sigmar in mid-air.

"My friend, I could tell you a lot more than I could tell you in three days and three nights, but I don't think it's necessary, because you know what I'm talking about. Whether it's elves and lizardmen, or those who come together The huge beastman warband will have more tactical choices, more changeable and flexible, just like those chess and card games in this tavern, the more cards in the hand, the more sequences and ways of playing cards. Change, but with few cards...it seems like there is no choice? Isn't it?"

"I know, my friend, the empire is facing this dilemma now. Even though Stephen Franz Academy has been destroyed, I still have a choice, don't I? I am very interested in your ideas now. Can I Guess, this idea can change a lot?”

"In my opinion, existences like us all have a mission. We must do something according to the situation of each period, do something within our ability, and do something that can affect the future. Magic? Now The empire is not suitable for introducing magic. The elves you saw before will never agree to let humans learn magic at this time. There are many reasons here, some of which are related to me. There are many political issues. As for me , I'm sorry, I can't do it, it can't be done within two hundred years, even if I can do it, your reputation will be ruined."

"My friend, I don't care! As long as I can do something beneficial to the empire."

"No, no, no, as you saw on the city wall that night, if there is really justice and evil, then we belong to evil and darkness. You also know that in human society, we are called For the dark elves!

Unless... I integrate the interior of the elves. In that case, I can send some high-level spellcasters to help the empire establish a reliable magic system. In my opinion, this matter is destined. You have been a witch hunter, you You must know that some things cannot be blocked by blocking. There must be a drainage area, and the Magic Academy is this drainage area, so that those who may become hedge wizards, wild mages, and chaos wizards can become a reliable force for the empire. , let the empire's officials control it, conduct research on weekdays, and replenish it to the army during wartime.

Of course, this is two hundred years from now, and it will be one hundred and fifty years from now at the earliest. My friend, magic is not something you should worry about. I think what you need to do now and next is to build and replenish the imperial army system. "

After Darkos finished speaking, he looked at William III with serious eyes. Seeing that William III, who had been listening, nodded in the same way, he continued.

"In the name of Sigma, establish an army similar to the Skitarii and Cult Knights, and control this army in the name of Sigmar. This army is mainly composed of steam tanks, musketeers, various types of artillery and support weapons. Form, if necessary, a knightly and infantry group that mainly uses firearms?

I've already thought of a name for you. How about calling it Sigma Firearms Army?

There is no need for infantry, because when this army is fighting, provincial soldiers from various territories, provinces, and free cities will join the queue. In other words, the applicability of this system is very high. If necessary You can join the army sequence in the Midden Territory to fight, you can join the army sequence in the south, and go to the Blackfire Pass to stop the greenskin attack. Of course, if faced with multiple enemy invasions at the same time, this army can be split up and conduct north-south operations.

Politically and religiously, the empire is chaotic, which is why I suggest you do this. As I just said, existences like us all have a mission and must do something based on the situation of each period. Come on, do something within your power, and do something that can affect the future.

And this is what you have to do next. If you divide for a long time, you will unite and you will unite for a long time. I think the empire will eventually be reunified, but the person who carries out the reunification will definitely not be you! my friend. But you can do what you can to supplement the empire's combat system and do something that can affect the future. In my opinion, the so-called Three Emperors era has caused too much damage to the empire, even if the empire is unified Yes, you are also bearing the consequences of the Three Emperors era. The impact caused in a thousand years will take at least hundreds of years to make up for it. And you, my friend, your actions will affect the future of the empire. "

After Darkos finished speaking, he glanced at William III, who was nodding and recording with his head lowered. After William III stopped writing, he continued.

"Therefore, this army must be in the hands of the Sigmar Cult. This army is the essence of the empire and the symbol of the empire. It is used to fight against vampires, greenskins, beastmen, Yankees traveling south along the Sea of ​​Claws, and other enemies. . It is not to serve a certain noble on the throne of the empire, nor to join under the banner of a certain noble to fight against another noble.

In my understanding, political matters must be solved through politics, and when politics cannot be solved, through military affairs. Generally speaking, this is the case, but occasionally other situations may arise? For example, the entry of religious forces? Regardless of whether it is unified or not, no matter which province the elector comes from to become the emperor of the empire, it will not hinder the behemoth of the Sigmar Sect, and at the same time, this behemoth can also intimidate the nobles.

The core of this army is the steam tank. The Cult of Sigmar can sanctify and Sigmar the steam tank. The core of a steam tank is power, and armor is an accessory. You can ask craftsmen to engrave some scriptures or other symbols that look very sacred on the surface of the equipment. Use daily religious propaganda and pre-war prayers and blessings to let people and soldiers with different faiths know that when steel behemoths like steam tanks that can provide cover for soldiers appear on the battlefield, they can change the situation of the war and lead the way. The army leads to victory. "

After Darkos finished speaking, he took a sip of the liquid to moisten his somewhat dry throat. After placing the wine glass on the coffee table, he saw the questioning look in William III's eyes and said with a smile.

"I know your confusion. Remember, my friend, when the twin-tailed comet streaks across the sky again! It will be when the empire is reunited again! This is why I just said that person is not you."

When Darkus said the word "Twin-tailed Comet", William III's pupils suddenly dilated, and the quill he held in his hand fell to the parchment as his body trembled, staining the blank space on the parchment. black. (End of chapter)