But Rieli's fears didn't come true. The group of people who have become lost their family dogs, although they have also encountered hostile elements on the way back. But they are not organized to block, but more like a routine daily search. So it didn't take much effort to solve the three or two kittens.

Looking at the corpse that was thrown on the side of the road and didn't have time to bury it, Barrett also breathed a sigh of relief at this time: "It seems that those guys from the Mammoth Dynasty don't have the ability to completely surround us to death!" The previous wave of attacks, was it already the limit of their power in a short period of time? ”

"If that's the case, then I'm relieved! I was worried that those guys were going to chase us all the way to Walkerson! When Claudia spoke, she didn't forget to pat her chest with her hand.

Kleimatis immediately gave his friend an elbow: "You have too much brains to make up for yourself!" How long has it been since the battle between the Mammoth Dynasty and the Seven Cities Alliance ended! That's not enough time for them to lick their wounds! How could it be possible to carry out such an operation at the risk of another conflict. ”

The Mammoth Dynasty of the nomadic tribal polity, although relatively poor in overall organizational skills, had an immeasurable war potential. It can be said that in the period of cold weapons, the technological gap brought about by science and technology, is not so difficult to catch up. Barbarism and ignorance have often triumphed over civilization and civilization.

Therefore, it is obviously impossible for them to organize enough men to eat the expedition in front of them - although the Church of the Goddess of Wealth and Commerce is so powerful that even the entire Northland city-states need to retreat when fully mobilized. However, these branches in the Seven Cities Alliance in front of them, in terms of force alone, the resources they can mobilize are far from enough.

In fact, they chose to act during this period, and I am afraid that it was also deliberate - as one of the possible targets of intervention. They must have considered the Mammoth Dynasty's reaction. The clash between the Northland city-states last year was apparently seen as one of the key guarantees for the success of the operation.

In that conflict, the Seven Cities Alliance was the ultimate strategic victory. Not only did they pull out the mammoth dynasty's 500-man garrison near their own nail, but they also killed a large number of giants and mammoths that the other side relied on. When the peace proposal was finally signed, not only did it regain lost territory, but it was not even economically taken advantage of by the Mammoth Dynasty.

Of course, while achieving a major victory strategically, the Seven Cities Alliance did not take advantage of the slightest advantage in tactics. The casualty exchange ratio is at an absolute disadvantage. It can be said that the Seven Cities Alliance relied on its own thick capital and used inferior pairs to consume the Mammoth Dynasty to death.

Of course, such a victory was not only a pyrrhic victory for the top, but also for the poor at the bottom. In reality, there was also a situation in which the blood of a generation was drained, which led to the rampant capitulationism in the subsequent wars. And in the game, the Seven Cities Alliance, from top to bottom, does not want to clash with the Mammoth Dynasty again in a short period of time - this is still the northland with relatively strong folk customs, and if it is going to change the commercial republic in the south, I am afraid that even the New Year's coin plan is ready.

Of course, while the Seven Cities Alliance suffered heavy losses, the Mammoth Dynasty, which was a loser, was not having a good time itself. Their foundation is already thin. It often takes more time to recover from a traumatic injury – a bit like the Bald Eagle and the Footpot Chicken during World War II. Even after the same battle, it was clear that the losses of the Bald Eagle family were greater, but his family's warships were fighting more and more. On the contrary, it was the foot basin chicken's house, and in the end, it was almost dried up by this throat-cutting war.

It is precisely because of this factor that the Church of the 'Goddess of Wealth and Commerce' in the Seven Cities Alliance will choose to do it now! However, they seem to have underestimated the strength of the Mammoth Dynasty, or ignored the impact that their actions might have on the Mammoth Dynasty. That's why the current situation has emerged.

"Kleimatis is right! If it weren't for the fact that their own strength had not been restored, they would not have sent this manpower to allow us to evacuate safely. Not to mention the unsafe tactics of Avalanche. Barrett nodded with his chin on his back. So as long as the next actions of the Goddess of Wealth and Commerce Church no longer disturb their nerves. After proving that we are not soft persimmons, the other party should not send people to chase and intercept us. ”

"Although safety is safe. But this time the mission is probably completely lost. "Speaking of this, Lalu kicked the snow on the side of the road with his foot." This is our first defeat under Barrett! ”

"If you count the experience when the captain was away, there should be 1-2 more times. But under his own leadership, this is indeed the first time! Claudia echoed with a finger to her lips.

Barrett smiled helplessly: "There is always a first time for everything!" And in a large-scale mission like this, our squad doesn't have much of an impact. No matter how well we behave, if something goes wrong with the camp we can choose, it will only end in failure! After all, for the whole general trend. We're just a little bit of a small human being. ”

"In other words, what we need to do is always be on the side of the winner." Rieli immediately summed up Barrett's remarks.

Hearing this, Barrett shook his head with a wry smile: "It's easy to say that you'll always be on the side of the victor." But it's not easy to do at all! Until the final outcome of the confrontation is known, who can be sure that their side will win! ”

"This requires better intelligence-gathering capabilities. Fortunately, press the treasure before joining. Rielly rubbed her chin and offered her own advice.

However, Barrett does not agree: "Gathering intelligence does play a role. However, the final victory is often affected by many surprises. In other words, except for the confrontation that can be seen from the beginning, it is still difficult to judge the outcome of the victory or defeat! ”

In other words, you can only stand on the side with the biggest chance of winning as much as possible. But there's no guarantee that you'll win, right? Rielly frowned as she walked.

And Barrett continued to take strong medicine at this time: "As our strength increases, the impact of the tasks we will be exposed to in the future will be greater and greater. And in the case that our own strength is not enough to affect the situation of the war, the possibility of defeat in the future will also be higher and higher. ”

"The more I listen, the more I feel that the future is bright!" Claudia couldn't help but complain, "Barrett, you can't be trying to scare us!" ”

"Nope! No! No! I'm not alarmist, I'm just giving you a vaccination. But then Barrett's voice suddenly changed. Of course, the failure of the overall mission does not mean that participants like us will necessarily suffer. Just like this time, after the failure of the Church of the Goddess of Wealth and Commerce, we still have a profit. It's just that the money is far less than after the successful operation. ”

"You can really see it! In the eyes of many people, making less money means that their money flies away. Clematis said with a smile.

And Barrett playfully took over the conversation: "People like that must not live long." There are so many accidents in this world, according to the words of that character. Sooner or later, I'll myself off to death! ”

In the case of involuntarily being self-conscious, it is naturally better for people to be open-minded. It is precisely with this form that the player's defeat can not affect his emotions. Because they are not scattered like when they came, the large number of people in the team naturally affects the speed of travel. By the time the party reached the bottom of the mountain, it took more than twice as long as the players had arrived.

After entering the nearest town, Barrett did not forget to look back at the Nalal Mountains, this is your first trip to the snow-capped mountains, and it is the place where everyone has returned. Fortunately, the town at the foot of this mountain is not small, and after so many people poured in at once, it could still be digested.

But while taking a short break. The mercenary forces of the Goddess of Wealth and Commerce Church have not let their guard down. After all, it is not clear to everyone whether the person who attacked before will have regrouped. You must know that in the canyon at that time, although the camp side defeated the enemy. However, because of the long period of disadvantage, the number of kills is relatively limited.

What's more, the opponent's spellcaster and waka are less affected. And even if the cannon fodder used to charge is dead, it is not difficult to pull up the second batch as long as it takes a little effort. So for the enemy's re-operation, everyone is worried.

Luckily, after 2 days of rest in the town. There are still no possible large-scale attacks. At the same time, news also came from the temples of the Seven Cities Alliance, and the main priests who had been trapped in the avalanche before were basically safe. It's just that the comrades-in-arms who were with them at that time suffered greater losses.

Many of these comrades-in-arms were also helpers brought in through friendly relations between different organizations. Anyway, the next thing is enough for the Goddess of Wealth and Commerce church to worry about. And Kleimatis couldn't help but rejoice: "Fortunately, no priest died because of this." Otherwise, those temples in the Seven Cities Alliance would have to cause a big mess. ”

The chief priest of any church temple cannot be vacant for a long time. As long as someone dies, the vacant position will inevitably attract potential competitors below. Although the aborigines in the game also enjoy the resurrection spell. But the priest himself, who is able to cast such a spell, is less likely to be resurrected than the average person.

'Serve our Lord after death' is not an empty phrase, after the death of any Aboriginal priest. Unless he is extremely important to the church's situation on earth. Otherwise, the god he believed in would never let it go and resurrect it easily. On the contrary, there are not much restrictions on the ordinary people who believe in the shrine. But compared to the spells given by the Divine Mansion, all of this seems to be very fair.

Therefore, once the main priest dies, the situation in the northern land should not be a situation where the dead will be resurrected. And in order to be able to sit in that position, there will inevitably be all kinds of fights and transactions in the church. Before the final decision on the winner. The Goddess of Wealth and Commerce church within the Seven Cities Alliance is probably in a situation where it can only maintain its daily operations. If something big happens, it's going to be a problem.

Of course, while getting the good news, this operation can be regarded as an official end. Therefore, the system prompt sounded in the ears of the players: "The Bloodstained Gray Flower Mercenary Group undertakes the regional mission 'Flying Edelweiss'...... Closed...... Reward Statistics...... Players gain experience ......"

As usual, it is experience, contribution and prestige. However, compared to the previous victories. Players have a lot more system rewards this time. The good thing is in terms of in-kind rewards. Priest Weldon showed considerable sincerity. Although the final physical product will still be delivered back to Walkerson City. However, this did not prevent him from giving the player a list of curiosities to choose from beforehand.

In this list, after discussion and compromise among the blood-stained gray flowers, the first choice was the bone amulet, which contained a pinch of dust and broken bones.

Although it may seem a bit obscure - it contains the skeleton of a handful of high-ranking priests who have long passed away as the 'Goddess of Wealth and Business'. For ordinary people, this amulet does not serve any purpose either. However, for each of the following prerequisites, the Bone Charm will increase the number of times the wearer dispels/drinks the undead per day.

1. At least level 5 in technical knowledge (religion). 2. Proficient in dispel specialty. 3. At least one sacred specialty.

Of course, each bone emblem corresponds to a specific deity, and is only valid for those who believe in that deity. For example, the Emblem of the Remains of the Lord of the Notary can be used by the priest of the Lord of the Notary. Otherwise, even if the priest is in the same faction of order, he will not be able to use it as long as the god of faith is different (note: this is the setting of this world, contrary to the official setting.) Godless realm priests don't want to enjoy it).

This amulet, worth around 2,000 gold, is the cheapest and most effective way to increase the number of dispels. For Klaymatis, who has already acquired a lot of dispel-related abilities, it is a necessary item. Although many of these conditions are not up to the mark now. But that's the goal for later.

In the second case, players opted for the Combo Bracers - a polished pair of Mithril bracers that are simple and exquisitely crafted, and fit perfectly on the forearm.

Combo bracers have increased the accuracy of the Monk's Tempest combos. When activated, the Monk gains a +2 performance bonus on the Tempest Combo for 6 seconds each time. This ability can be used three times a day - to make up for the lack of attack of the Cat-Man Warrior Monk. (To be continued.) )

PS: The modification is complete. Thanks to "Phantom", "It's nice to have a name", "Prophet. Chariots" and "Keeping the True Person" and other 4 people voted for the monthly pass. At the same time, I would like to thank "Trace Lin Yuan" for his great reward.