The Holy Grail War Blessed by the Gods

But this is of little consequence; the Lion King's divine judgment has been defeated, and the counter-attack spells set up around the Hanging Gardens have been activated. Next up is Manjusaki's offensive. (II)

Chapter Thirty: The Beginning

Manjushri, seated on the throne, gently tapped the armrest beside the throne, redirecting the magic flowing towards Ishtar to activate Venus.

If the Ishtar gate is reopened in a short period of time, there is a risk of it collapsing. Even if it is to be used, it should be reserved for a critical moment, and multiple launches should be carried out at once. That way, even if it is destroyed, it will not be too much of a loss.

After the Holy Judgment unleashed by the Lion King with all his might was defeated head-on, it should take some time for him to launch an attack in the capital. This time would be enough to storm the Holy Capital, and then there would be no need to worry about the Holy Lance being pulled out of its anchor.

The magical energy, which had been redirected, flowed in the direction the Chaldea group had entered, activating all the defensive attack structures and the counter-attack spells set up on the perimeter.

Although Manjushri modified this Hanging Gardens, which he obtained from Semiramis, using the combined power of his own Spirit Origin, the classic configuration of the ten-and-one black coffin still exists.

Eleven attack facilities capable of launching attacks against military units are sufficient, so there is no need to cancel them.

Meanwhile, the army of the mountain people was ready to go. They had no intention of watching everything come to an end here. Instead, they had been harboring a great deal of anger and were determined to reclaim the sacred city in their hearts.

Therefore, Manju did not intend to resolve this war alone, but instead dispersed his forces to prepare military equipment for them, and bestowed blessings upon them so that they could stand shoulder to shoulder with the warriors of the Holy City.

Now even ordinary mountain dwellers are capable of standing up to the Knights of the Righteousness, rather than becoming targets of slaughter.

However, there were indeed warriors among the Calibur Knights who were incomparable to ordinary ones. The Knights of the Round Table made different modifications to the Calibur Knights who were relatives of their subordinates.

Overall, however, it was an evenly matched battle, a battle that was quite satisfying.

Manshu's heart was at least satisfied with this, even unusually excited, and it was quite eager to enjoy the war.

The artillery fire, transformed into meteors, hurtled towards the Holy City, launching a continuous bombardment of its walls and gates as a signal for war. This attack aimed to destroy the Holy City's defenses and cover the advance of their own troops.

The Hanging Gardens did not directly enter the Holy City because the defensive walls had not yet been erected. However, before breaking through the Holy City's true defenses, it was indeed impossible to rush in too roughly.

While a direct, direct attack might be feasible, it wouldn't be the right decision to use it against the Lion King; that would be a waste of its potential.

"My warriors, go to battle! For your desires, and for my desires, offer up the glory of warriors, and give your blood and hearts!"

Manju's voice, carried by the high-hanging sun, fell upon the Hanging Gardens, the golden sun inevitably tinged with a blood-red fury, bestowing the power of warriors upon all those bathed in its light.

Those illuminated by the light will fight fearlessly, and under the transcendent vitality and power, they will not die until their last drop of blood is shed.

Ishtar Gate has not been forgotten. The 575 animal carvings on the gate are all magical beasts that have left the Hanging Gardens despite their reduced power, thanks to the sculptures as their vessel.

As this final blessing descended, white steps appeared before the mountain people, who had gathered into an army, leading downwards.

On the ground, the bull charged ahead as the vanguard of the attack, with the lions following closely behind to support the warriors running alongside, while the raging serpents gathered on both flanks and, together with the meteors falling from the sky, to block the counterattack of the Holy City's soldiers.

Faced with this foreseen war, Agraven deployed a large number of archers to garrison the city walls.

The environment surrounding the Holy City was completely exposed, with only the earth pierced by the Lion King's holy spear.

Under normal circumstances, to break through such a defense with a large number of archers stationed there, it would probably take at least 40% of the troops to reach the city walls.

(2) However, under the continuous bombardment and the flames spewed by the raging snakes, a large number of arrows were destroyed before they could fall from the sky.

In addition to the Black Coffin of Ten and One, which was launched specifically to counter this, the attack facilities also included defensive weapons infused with the various storm powers wielded by Marduk.

4. Although it cannot compare to the storm that Marduk unleashed when he defeated Tiamat, it can still exert its power against an army-level enemy on such a battlefield.

The numerous arrows fired by the knights of the Holy City were directly dispersed by the resulting storm.

Therefore, very few arrows actually managed to fall from the sky and hit their targets. Even those that did fall were mostly weakened to the point that they could only leave marks on the armor made of rocks infused with divine energy worn by the soldiers.

(3) Only a few angry snakes flying in the sky were unfortunately struck and fell to the ground, where they were trampled to death by the wild beasts that were their fellow creatures.

After all, the charge of a battle cannot be stopped. If one cannot get up immediately after falling from the sky, then one truly cannot get up again.

(vi) Bulls are not only a symbol of abundance, but also a symbol of power; their strong bodies and iron hooves are enough to crush everything.

"It seems the enemy has already anticipated this. It's a truly outstanding aerial fortress. This will be an even more difficult battle than conquering Jerusalem."

The Knights of the Round Table had already arrived at the city wall. After confirming that Manshu's side had no intention of attacking from other directions and only wanted to attack the main gate, the Holy City's troops were gradually being redeployed.

"There's no need to waste any more energy. Pass on my order: the archers on the city wall only need to aim at the enemies who have reached the foot of the wall. Long-range shots are unlikely to cause any more damage."

Agguwen made his judgment and directed the battle from the city wall.

The enemy's attack was unstoppable, and the real battle would ultimately revolve around the walls of the Holy City.

The Knights of the Round Table temporarily destroyed the cannon fire launched from the sky and prepared to meet the enemy's Servants.

The Servants who break into the battlefield will be difficult for the soldiers to resist, and the final result will only be soldiers against soldiers and Servants against Servants.

The bulls charging at the forefront reached the city wall first with their considerable speed. They made no attempt to slow down and crashed headfirst into the pristine white walls of the holy city.

The loud noises continued, and the Holy City soldiers standing on the city wall couldn't help but wonder if the place where they were standing was also shaking.

"The bull of the Thunder God? But it doesn't have much divine energy wrapped around it. It's too naive to think it can destroy our holy city. We should give more power to the dragons and snakes flying in the sky and the soldiers of those mountain people."

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Chapter Thirty-One: Battle Formation

"It's time for us to go into battle. We can't break through the Holy City with just the monsters and our own people's army. We must defeat Gawain in front of the city gate and break through the gates of the Holy City."

Hassan was ready. As he activated his skill, his body blended into the shadows, and he rushed toward the Knights of the Round Table on the walls of the Holy City.

"Lord Fujimaru Ritsuka, I've heard that you are the Master who commands Servants and have already completed five Singularities similar to the one we live on. I imagine you have plenty of experience. Why don't you join me in commanding the ground forces?"

One of Hassan's clones, who hadn't yet moved, spoke to Fujimaru Ritsuka.

"This battle will not be easy. Since you have not chosen to back down, I will no longer be polite. Please lend us your strength."

"Just leave it to me."

Fujimaru Ritsuka readily agreed, and Hyakko nodded, tossing a ring to Fujimaru Ritsuka.

"Please show yourself, the sacred symbol of our king."

A terrifying roar came from afar, and a four-legged dragon beast carrying burning flames strode in.

"As long as you hold the power bestowed by the king, this conquered beast cannot harm you. Let this beast serve as your protector and lead you to the battlefield to command this battle."

As Hyakko spoke, she cautiously retreated, handing the item to Fujimaru Ritsuka. She knew she wouldn't be spared the wrathful snake's attack.

“That is… one of the wrathful serpents guarding the tower. As the divine beast symbolizing Marduk, it is not to be underestimated.”

Dr. Roman recognized the angry snake that had arrived as the same one that had guarded the entrance to the tower, and said with some surprise.

A poisonous dragon engulfed in flames, exuding an aura of death, stopped in front of Fujimaru Ritsuka. Its imposing presence terrified everyone present.

Let alone riding it, just walking past it puts a lot of psychological pressure and burden on you.

However, Fujimaru Ritsuka hesitated only for a moment before striding forward through the burning poisonous fire and mounting the raging serpent.

"Please, everyone, head to the battlefield. The battle has officially begun."

The raging serpent took flight immediately after Fujimaru Ritsuka mounted it, tearing through the air with a powerful hiss, reaching the top of the battlefield in an instant.

After completing the task, Bai Mao didn't linger. He summoned the beast-level bull that had been stationary and mounted it, quickly rushing towards the battlefield like a shooting star.

"With the protection of the divine beast, there shouldn't be too much concern about your safety, senior."

"perhaps……"

After leaving the Hanging Gardens, the mythical beast-level Angry Serpent instantly expanded its size more than ten times, transforming into a colossal creature nearly a hundred meters tall.

The two divine beast-level wrathful serpents guarding the tower gate are the only two divine beasts that Manju created using the remaining power of Marduk.

Although their power cannot compare to the mighty divine beast that once symbolized Marduk, the two wrathful serpents created based on Marduk's divinity still possess extremely high specifications.

Without the stories and historical accounts of slaying dragons, it would be unlikely that ordinary Servants could defeat such monsters.

However, the appearance of such an angry serpent is extremely eye-catching on the battlefield.

At least half of the arrows that fell from the walls of the Holy City immediately turned around and shot towards the angry serpent that Fujimaru Ritsuka was riding.

However, most of these arrows were unable to even penetrate the fire barrier surrounding the raging serpent, and were burned away by the flames as they passed through.

The flames spewed by the raging serpent can cause great damage to the defenses of the city wall, not only with fire, but also with potent poison and death.

You don't need to get involved with the flames; just inhaling the toxic fumes is enough to kill you.

"Is this the great dragon that the Babylonians worshipped? Tell the soldiers not to waste their energy on that dragon, but to summon Lord Lancelot for me."

Agrave heard the wisdom of the Storm King and learned the information from the vision that came from the end, and thus knew what was coming.

Lancelot, clad in purple armor, arrived quickly, and Agravain gave him orders without any hesitation.

“Lord Lancelot, the divine beast that is rampaging in the sky is the great dragon that the Babylonians worship. Among us, only you, with your dragon-slaying story, have the opportunity to defeat that dragon. Go and accomplish this task.”

"Yes."

Lancelot didn't ask any further questions. He held Aarondeit's hand and, while observing the position of the raging serpent in the sky, looked for an opportunity to jump onto it.

Dealing with flying monsters is indeed a troublesome matter for Servants who cannot fly, but no matter how difficult it is, it is still something that must be done.

"Go tell Lord Tristan that whether or not to aid Lancelot is up to him, but the defense of the Holy City should still be the priority."

Agrave continued to send soldiers to relay his orders, transferring Lancelot away to deal with the raging serpent. Gawain, who was stationed in command, could not be moved under any circumstances, leaving only Tristan free.

"Gao Wenqing, the order from the first left-wing squad! There's a risk of rout! I repeat, there's a risk of rout!"

On the front lines of the city walls, Gawain stood guard at the city gate, acting as a symbolic figurehead to manage the war.

"The first team? That's an elite force selected through multiple rounds of trials. How could they have been defeated so quickly? Could the enemy be Servants?"

Gao Wen frowned slightly and asked loudly in return.

"Yes, they are assassins who launch sneak attacks from the shadows. We have no way of catching them and can only witness death the moment they strike."

"It seems to be the Hassan of the Mountain People, these rebels who refused the King's orders... Let the troops on the left retreat, and let them join forces with the troops on the right. I will personally burn all the enemy troops on this side."

Upon learning of the appearance of the local Servants, Gawain ceased his post at the city gate and instead drew his holy sword Cavendish, preparing to join the battle.

"Oh, it's time to use the Holy Sword Cavendish! Holy Knights on the left, retreat immediately. You are no longer needed in this battle. Gao Wenqing, advance!"

Despite the defeat, Gawain's invincible spirit remains in the hearts of the Holy City warriors.

In the taverns of the Holy City, new songs praising Gawain are born every day; this invincible knight under the sun is the banner of the Holy City.

"Is Gawain coming? If we can defeat him, taking over the Holy City will not be a pipe dream. Whether it's for revenge or to prove our worth, we must defeat even the invincible knight under the sun."

The excited voices of the Holy Knights relaying the message also reached the ears of Hassan and his men.

Hassan, the Cursed Arm Knight who had just claimed the life of another Righteous Knight, stopped his actions, adjusted his breathing and state, and prepared to face a truly formidable foe.

Chapter Thirty-Two: Defense