"Set sail!"
At Hudson's command, the fleet slowly departed the harbor. As far as the eye could see, countless sails billowed in the wind without falling into disorder.
The Coslo Family valued naval power, but continental strategy remained the mainstream in this era, and most family resources still flowed into the army.
This massive fleet before them had gathered eighty percent of the Alpha Empire's ocean-going vessels. Even the fleet that had fled here after the fall of the Black Forest Kingdom had been "invited" to join the formation.
As they embarked on their maritime expedition, the soldiers remained remarkably calm.
To ensure the expedition's smooth completion, the Expeditionary Corps had conducted naval drills between the Snow Moon Duchy and Mountain Territory.
For the first time, the races of the continent were launching an attack on a divine kingdom. As the Human Marshal leading the expedition, Hudson had attracted attention from every side from the very beginning.
While the outside world focused on the fleet, a ghost fleet quietly sailed out of the Misty Sea and took up the role of the Expeditionary Corps' vanguard.
The unknown was the most terrifying enemy.
Tasks like scouting were best suited to immortal ghosts. Letting these undead creatures fight Devils would show which side was more sinister.
Divine Kingdom of Destiny.
"The strategic supplies have been stockpiled almost completely. It is time to launch a full-scale offensive.
"Honored Great One Saiyou, you have been in the Aslant Continent the longest and know the human race best.
"What are your thoughts on the battles ahead?"
From atop the throne, a spherical monster spoke.
"Your Majesty, the human race now reigns supreme over the Aslant Continent. The enemy we face is a powerful human empire.
"Everyone has experienced the previous battles.
"The individual combat