Chapter 1212, Witnessing a Historic Moment

Translator: Silavin

 

“It’s the safest approach, and the one that makes it hardest for any of them to escape.”

 

Su Bai gave a small nod. “This is what it truly means to follow through on our original thinking. Keep casualties as low as possible.”

 

The Tribe had Tamed so many flying Ferocious Beasts by now, and this was exactly the moment to put them to use.

 

This was something no other Tribe had access to, and not something anyone could easily replicate.

 

Many Tribes had the ability to Tame Ferocious Beasts, but the ones they Tamed almost never had much real combat capability.

 

And to speak of flying Ferocious Beasts, other Tribes simply had no way to reach them. The closest they could manage was relying on winged Demi-Humans.

 

But there was one very hard truth in all of this: the ability to Tame animals almost always belonged to Shamans.

 

Of course, a Shaman could teach the Taming Shaman Technique to others, most likely their Successor, but that still came down to talent and practice.

 

This was why the Flame Dragon Tribe carried themselves with such confidence now. Everything they possessed was something no other Tribe could replicate.

 

“I agree with this plan as well. Our Tribe has explosive packages that no other Tribe possesses. They could never imagine we would have a battle plan like this.” Yan Jiao said, his voice full of excitement.

 

“Shaman, in that case, do we even need to bother with placing them on the ground? Can’t we just bomb them from the air?” Cang Shi asked.

 

He figured that dropping explosive packages from above would be plenty lethal. Burying them in the ground on top of that seemed unnecessary.

 

“That would make it too easy for them to escape. There are many blind spots when looking down through a forest from the air. Once they react and find cover, pursuit becomes very difficult.”

 

Su Bai shook his head and explained further, “If the first wave of bombing doesn’t take out enough of them, we’ll be put in a passive position. Laying explosive packages in the ground beforehand is essential. We throw them into disarray first, then we close in for the finish. That’s how we catch them all in one net.”

 

The Primitive Forest was like that. The trees were tall and dense, and shelter was easy to find. No massive tree was going to be easily destroyed by an explosive package. Even people who had never encountered one before would know to find somewhere solid to hide.

 

“I’m sorry, Shaman. I hadn’t thought it through. That step of laying the packages is critical.” Cang Shi bowed his head at once.

 

He had thought it was a redundant step. But now having heard it through, he could see that neither step could be left out.

 

“It’s fine. You’ve never dealt with a battle plan like this before. Not thinking of every angle is entirely normal.”

 

This was a very modern style of warfare. Of course the people of a Primitive Tribe wouldn’t be familiar with it.

 

If he were not here, they would probably still be in the Stone Age. Never mind firearms, they hadn’t even crossed into the age of cold weapons yet.

 

Ever since explosive packages appeared in the Flame Dragon Tribe, they had secured their standing on this continent.

 

“Shaman, I’ll have people go and lay the packages along their route starting tomorrow.” Yan Jiao said immediately.

 

Even with more than half a month to go, the Chieftain felt it was better to start preparations early.

 

“No need to rush just yet. Let them travel a while first. We need to be certain their route won’t deviate.” Su Bai shook his head. “Laying the packages too early risks the ground moisture robbing them of their power. That would mean our entire plan falls apart.”

 

The ground of the Primitive Forest was very damp. The trees blotted out the sky and kept the earth beneath from ever truly drying out.

 

A day or two buried was no problem. But half a month would very easily cause problems.

 

“Yes, Shaman.” Yan Jiao had to marvel once again at how clearly the Shaman thought. So many angles considered, and considered well.

 

If it had been left to the rest of them, they simply wouldn’t have managed it. Their thinking would have been far too narrow.

 

“Starting today, let everyone know that war is nearly upon us. Have all the Warriors and soldiers prepare themselves. The rifle squad and the air force especially, those two divisions will be the main fighting strength in this war.”

 

Su Bai tapped the table lightly with one finger and continued, “The remaining Warrior Trainees and soldiers are to protect the Tribe. No one knows whether the enemy has any other plans, so we cannot leave the Tribe undefended.”

 

“Understood. Do we inform the rest of the Tribe?” Yan Jiao asked.

 

“No need. Just tell them we have a mission and are heading out. Something this small doesn’t need to cause everyone alarm. We bring back good news when it’s done.” Su Bai said with a small smile.

 

The Flame Dragon Tribe’s people had already lived through enough hardship. The Dark Scorpion Tribe had thrown their lives into disorder once before.

 

Telling them now that war with the Dark Scorpion Tribe was coming would only make the Tribe’s people feel frightened and unsettled.

 

Su Bai’s plan was to announce the result directly. Let the Tribe celebrate straight away, with nothing left to worry about.

 

“The Shaman has thought of everything. I agree, no need to tell the Tribe.” Yan Jiao nodded repeatedly.

 

Everyone’s life has found its rhythm now. Learning this news would only upset that.

 

Because many of the Tribe’s people were ordinary folk. They didn’t know the specifics of the Flame Dragon Tribe’s current strength.

 

So hearing that the old enemy had resurfaced, they would naturally feel afraid.

 

“In this time of just over half a month, is there a way to bring people from other Tribes to our Tribe?” Su Bai asked.

 

“Does the Shaman have a plan in mind? Or are you hoping other Tribes will help us in the war? Surely our strength doesn’t require outside help.” Yan Jiao said, puzzled.

 

“Not to help us fight. To witness this historic moment.” The corner of Su Bai’s mouth curved upward slightly.

 

He had no intention of letting this battle go to waste. This war was without doubt the finest opportunity to firmly establish the Flame Dragon Tribe’s reputation throughout the land.

 

The reason he wanted people from other Tribes to gather at the Flame Dragon Tribe was to let them see what the Tribe was truly capable of.

 

It would also serve as a declaration of authority, and lay the groundwork for building a kingdom in time.

 

That way, the fence-sitting Tribes would also keep themselves in line. Su Bai wouldn’t have to worry from the very beginning about what other Tribes might be plotting.

 

“I understand. This war of ours, if I follow the Shaman’s thinking, is a case of killing two birds with one stone.” Yan Jiao broke into a smile as well.

 

“I’ll leave that with all of you. Use whatever means you like, an event, new products at the Central Market, anything at all. Just make sure there are enough people gathered by the time the war begins.” Su Bai instructed.

 

“Yes.” Yan Jiao answered.