Seeing all this happen, Mapel couldn't help but swallow his saliva.What a terrifying weapon!
The explosive explosion was no less powerful than a large magic spell performed by ten magicians at once.The thought that he was the first person to come into contact with explosives besides Owen made Marpel feel extremely proud.Similarly, Viscount Jarvis, who was invited to the event, was aware of the horrors of explosives, which could change the conduct of war in the future.In previous battles, knights and magicians were generally the trump cards of the warring parties.But in the face of explosives, such a trump card becomes vulnerable.In particular, the fact that ordinary people can use this will undoubtedly greatly weaken the status of knights and magicians.Thinking of this, Viscount Jarvis looked at Owen with a completely changed look, and muttered, "I see, is this why you chose to stay in Frontier Town?"
Interesting. ”After speaking, the corners of his mouth rose slightly, and he said in his heart, Marquis Belic Eisen, your son is really beyond my imagination.On the periphery of the crowd, Teresa was stunned by the effects of the explosives, and it took a long time for her to come to her senses.It's great that you don't have to give up Frontier Town!
Thank you, Lord Owen.Teresa was happy from the bottom of her heart for Owen's decision to stay, after all, Frontier Town was a place that left her with good memories.Then, she turned her head to look at an old man next to her who was dressed in the garb of a high priest."
Bishop Flynn, what do you think?"
The bishop did not answer Teresa, but turned around and said to the clergy present: "Go back, we don't need to receive food from the lord."
This winter, we must make all kinds of preparations and fully support Marquis Eisen in his fight against the undead.As long as there are people in the border town, we can't leave them behind. ”Bishop Flynn's words were undoubtedly intended to live and die with Frontier Town.This earth-shattering explosion caused a commotion in the crowd at the speech site, which gradually subsided after a long time.At this time, Owen once again stepped onto the high platform, with a more determined and confident expression on his face than before.When the people in the audience saw the lord come to the stage, they let out another cry.There is no doubt that it was the explosion that boosted everyone's confidence.Raising his hand to silence everyone, Owen slowly spoke, "How?"
This is the most powerful weapon we have at our disposal and can be used by all, and there are plenty of such explosives in the warehouses of Frontier Town, enough to support us in blocking the attack of the undead and surprising this winter. ”Here, in order to calm everyone's panic and boost morale, he slightly exaggerated the amount of explosives in reserve.The main thing is that the amount of saltpeter is not much.Due to the limitations of the means of nitrate production in this era, and the short acquisition time, if all of them were used as explosives, they would soon be exhausted.Therefore, to maximize the effectiveness of black powder, it must be used in conjunction with muskets and crossbows."
Now answer me, my lords, do you want to flee to the slums of the Dongsheng Fortress and starve and freeze, or are you willing to resist the undead monsters, protect your relatives and children, and protect your homeland under my leadership?
I hereby solemnly promise that as long as the townsfolk who participate in the battle on the northern wall, they will be rewarded with 20 silver coins at the end of winter.Those who died for the border town will be compensated by food and clothing and 4 gold coins!
”"I am willing to fight for my lord!
Fight for Frontier Town!
”The crowd shouted that they were willing to fight for their homeland, and the atmosphere was very high.Next, Owen duly announced the distribution of food.Clive immediately instructed his men to bring in several large vats of boiled wheat porridge and several large pots of sliced bread, and if they were not enough, to pull them from the castle.Seeing that lunch was coming, there was some confusion on the scene very quickly.In order to stabilize the scene, Clive commanded his apprentices and several knights to maintain order, and a few troublemakers were found.At this end of the speech, Owen stepped down from the high platform and returned directly to the castle with a few retinue knights.Truth be told, he didn't expect the speech to keep everyone.The power of explosives is indeed amazing, but everyone's trust in the Templars has been accumulated over a long period of time, and it is impossible to replace them with black powder all at once.As long as more than half of the people choose to stay, Owen is sure to hold the northern wall.…… Early the next morning, Owen summoned Clive and Viscount Jarvis into his study.Sitting at his desk, he looked up at the two people standing in front of him, and first asked Clive: "Clive, what do you think of yesterday's speech and presentation?"
”"It's so shocking that I still haven't been able to shake off the effects of yesterday."
Clive replied truthfully."
Then ...... you" Before Owen could ask what he wanted, Clive hurriedly said, "Lord Marquis, I am willing to stay and do my part for the border town." ”Hearing such a reply, Owen smiled with satisfaction, it seems that the display of black powder is very good."
Very well, Clive.You will issue a conscription order in the square to recruit militia, and the monthly salary will be set at 8 silver coins, after all, dealing with undead monsters is a dangerous thing. ”"So early?"
Clive said confusedly, "Lord Marquis, according to the custom, the people are temporarily conscripted to fight. ”"It's not early, we have to gather them together for training, and I think it's getting late."
Owen said."
Marquis Eisen is right."
Viscount Jarvis spoke up in agreement, "The team that goes into battle without training is nothing more than a rabble, and it is easy to be frightened by undead monsters and flee. ”It is worthy of being a person who has been dealing with undead monsters on the northern city wall all year round, and some things are very clear in his heart, which is very different from ordinary nobles."
Isn't there explosives?"
Clive pulls out a mass killing weapon.Feeling this guy expects to rely on explosives to repel the undead monsters, Owen shook his head helplessly, and had to explain."
Clive, Viscount Jarvis, there is one thing I must make clear first, there are not many explosives.Therefore, it can only be used in a critical moment, and it is still necessary to rely on the city wall to fight the undead monsters with weapons in hand. ”"What?!"
Clive looked shocked.He suddenly felt very remorseful, as if he had been on a thief ship, and he could not get off.On the contrary, Viscount Jarvis looked calm, as if he had known about it for a long time."
Viscount Jarvis, you're very calm."
Owen glanced at him with some admiration.To this, Viscount Jarvis responded: "I was thinking yesterday, the power of this explosive is so amazing, there should not be a lot of it, I just guessed correctly." ”So far, Clive can only take on the task head-on, who has made him express to Owen that he will stay.