In the endless sea, the whirlpools that have been going on all year round gradually dissipated. The fish in the sea sensed the changing ocean currents and began to change the direction of their cruising.
They no longer follow the old routes to the designated sea areas as in the past, but are heading in a new direction.
In the summer of 1700 in the Third Age, the fleets of the Crimson Empire and the Hinabe Kingdom engaged in battle in the sea southeast of the continent.
In this battle, the Crimson Empire dispatched 228 ironclad ships and 789 sailing ships, the Young Moon Council dispatched 28 new warships, 107 ironclad ships, and 402 sailing ships. Clancia did not participate because most of its southern territory had fallen, its shipyards and fleets had moved north, and its few fleets had to perform part-time transportation and support coastline operations.
After the battle began, the Imperial Navy learned from past lessons and this time dispatched a large number of reconnaissance personnel, patrolling sentinels and elves distributed throughout the battlefield.
The warships communicated with each other using the Empire's newly developed radio transmitters. After encountering the fleet of the Hinamichi Kingdom, they did not advance rashly, but instead called for their teammates cautiously.
As a result, more and more patrol fleets from both sides joined the battlefield, and it eventually evolved into a decisive battle at sea.
"Fire! Fire!"
The commander on the imperial battleship shouted anxiously. This modified sailing battleship faced the enemy formation, and flames continued to emerge from the side gun muzzles. The surging sound waves continued to sound from far away, and powerful shells were fired one after another.
At that time, the sea was full of high splashes of water, flames and thick smoke were burning on the ships, broken planks and wreckage were floating up and down with the waves, and the loud noise of cannons never stopped, roaring and attacking the ship in the distance.
Looking down from the sky, this sea area was roughly divided into two parts by the fleets of the two sides. Both sides followed the flagship, circling and shooting at each other, constantly testing each other.
Bang!
Another warship was hit by a shell, a burst of fire exploded on the hull, and then countless fragments were thrown into the air, and it slowly sank in thick smoke and flames.
Although the battleships of the Hinamichi Kingdom are technologically advanced, as both sides continue to consume each other, the Empire's numerical advantage gradually becomes apparent. Moreover, the Imperial Navy as a whole has more extraordinary people and has more room for tactical use.
"It's not a pretty situation."
On the flagship of the Hinamei Kingdom, the Poseidon Fierce Eagle, several commanders and admirals were discussing.
"There are still too few Aglaia-class battleships. If only we could have saved Hopeland last year. After losing the shipyard in Carites, it will be difficult to build such excellent new battleships in a short period of time. It requires a lot of new technologies, as well as the cooperation of familiar craftsmen and alchemists." Several people said with a little regret.
"There's nothing we can do. Fortunately, the Carites Chamber of Commerce has relocated many of its personnel to the southern islands. We estimate that they will be able to resume production in the second half of the year."
"These are the most difficult days. If Clancy fails, then even if we win the naval battle, it will be meaningless. Facing a unified continent, our Southern Islands will gradually become a marginal existence, and all resources will be controlled by the Empire."
"Therefore, we must achieve a decisive victory this time. This will ease the Empire's offensive and divert some of the Empire's forces and energy to the southern coast."
"Yes, General."
"This plan is sound. The nobles who advocate for war are mostly vassals of the Pascal family in the south. Their territories are mostly in the wealthy areas along the southern coast of the empire. If we launch a harassing landing operation there, it will be difficult for them to not be distracted by maintaining the territory."
"But the Imperial Navy is nearly twice as large as ours. Can we win this time?" one of the young commanders asked worriedly.
"You'll know this later." Although the others didn't say anything, they seemed confident.
Seeing this scene, the commander shook his head helplessly. It seemed that these old men in the navy still had many tricks up their sleeves.
But in this situation, what other tricks can be used? Most of the warships and ships of the Hinaberry United Kingdom have been requisitioned. Is it possible to create another fleet out of thin air?
The sea water mixed with all kinds of debris kept hitting the side of the ship. The warship carrying artillery broke through the waves in the sea, constantly adjusting its direction, dodging the enemy's artillery shells with speed, and then pouring out its own attacks.
"It's almost there, it's stable." On the golden and red flagship in the center of the empire, a general wearing a luxurious high-shouldered military uniform was looking at the large fleet on the sea with a telescope. The adjutant beside him kept reporting the information of each ship.
"If we continue fighting like this, it will be worth it even if we suffer more casualties. An island country is an island country. This is their entire fleet, and it will be gone after the battle, haha." He put down the precision telescope made of brass, picked up the wine glass beside him, took a big sip, and relaxed his cheerful mood.
As the new naval commander of the Empire, the Emperor did not make too many demands on him. He only had to do one thing, which was to consume as many warships as possible in the Southern Islands. Even if the sinking ratio was 2:1, it would be a great achievement. The Empire had plenty of money and ships and could afford it.
"As long as we win this war, all the losses will be compensated tenfold or a hundredfold after the war."
As the supreme emperor of the Crimson Empire, Aimank was renowned for his generosity and rewards. As long as you demonstrated your worth in battle, he would generously reward you with anything from money to titles. Similarly, despite numerous setbacks, the Imperial army maintained its morale. Many, both nobles and commoners, eagerly yearned to capitalize on this war to turn the tide.
Isn't this how the nobles who hold high positions in the empire started out? I'm just following the same path again.
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