Strategy and Consolidation of Power

"During the last operation, the Silver Dawn saved a great many of our soldiers. They have proven trustworthy in the fight against the Scourge. I have decided to deepen our cooperation with the Silver Dawn and send more knights to Light's Hope Chapel for joint operations."

"On the Silver Dawn's side, Mataus will serve as the Crusade commander responsible for joint operations, with Rohan and Leopold as his deputies. The three of you will decide all matters related to combat."

"Withdrawing the Scarlet Crusade soldiers from the north does not mean we will retreat into a defensive shell. Opening the route to Hearthglen and ensuring the security of this vital road will be a key priority for us going forward."

"Crown Guard Tower, east of the Thondroril River, lies at the heart of this route. Passing supply convoys can rest there. It will become an important transportation hub and strategic stronghold for the Scarlet Crusade in the future. We need to send more men to garrison it and guarantee its safety."

Seeing that everyone present had been drawn in by her words, Abbendis raised her voice and continued.

"The first phase will combine our strength with the Silver Dawn's to clear out the scattered Undead forces roaming near Tyr's Hand and Light's Hope Chapel, ensuring absolute security behind our territory."

"The second phase will target the Undead army entrenched at Chillwind Camp, a force we must utterly destroy. We will once again fight alongside the neighboring knights. Our primary targets will be the high-ranking Undead, especially Howling Banshees and Undead mages. The mindless Ghouls and zombie fodder will be the last targets to eliminate."

"The purpose of this battle is to destroy the Scourge's living strength. Afterward, our knights must continue launching sorties to completely purge the Undead that flee