TFA1 2.10 - Plan of Invasion
CO Office, 4th Floor of Main Building, Harley Quinn
With great seriousness, TF Amethyst higher-ups studied the aerial footage on the display table. Other than General O'Neil and Vex, also attended:
Brigadier General William Rayden, CO of Ground Combat Group, 3rd highest-ranking officer,
Daniel Nate, CO of Intelligence & Diplomacy Group, 4th highest-ranking position,
Colonel Patricia Cruz, CO of Aviation Combat Group, 5th highest-ranking officer,
and
Colonel Emil Montana, CO of Logistics & Support Group, 6th highest-ranking officer.
About an hour ago a Rider entered Magwurt City's airspace, and then moved to FOC South 860. According to Tuscan Region's higher-ups, he was Tarai Rider.
The problem was that it was too early for Tarai Region to notice the changes in Magwurt City. The presence of spies or traitors in Magwurt City was immediately discussed. At the same time, the Reaper that was sent to inspect the border found an unexpected development.
On the northern border, or to be precise at Fort Cambia, there was a military build-up, along with a clear sign of preparation for an invasion. Without difficulty, IDG identified the elements of Tarai Guard, Liqua Guard, and Darpha Guard. And judging from the thousands of military tents that scattered around Fort Cambia, it was estimated there were at least 90 thousand well-trained assault troops.
Ironically, Fort Cambia was one of symbol for Tuscan Region's glory until a decade ago. The fort was designed to massively accommodate personnel and supplies, and was full of defense mechanisms that made it easy to defend but difficult to attack.
Regarding the reason why Tuscan Region’s neighbors on the northern border were suddenly interested in launching an invasion, TF Amethyst's higher-ups could somewhat predict it.
Several years ago, the Northern Coalition consisting of Tarai Region, Liqua Region, and Darpha Region captured 1/3 of Tuscan Region territory because they had the same idea as TF Amethyst.
The leader of Northern Coalition wanted to restore Nouel farmland that could no longer be cultivated. However, this farmland restoration ended up in failure. So, when they found out that the farmland in Tuscan Region could actually be restored, they immediately took action to find out the method. As for why they chose military means, most likely it was because they worried Tuscan Region would refuse to share the method. Meanwhile, if they waited for too long, Tuscan Region would have a chance to recover its military and economic power, and then tried to take back its territory.
While observing the activity at Fort Cambia Vex asked, "What is our response?"
General O'Neil answered casually, "Secure Tuscan Region's stability by any means.”
After General O'Neil determined TF Amethyst's stance, Col. Patricia made a suggestion, "Once Northern Coalition elements cross the border, we can send Vipers to drive them home."
Vex shook his head and said, "That will make us open too many cards without producing sufficient results. After Northern Coalition finds out we have a deadly iron bird, they will retreat to avoid more damage.
But then, they will return when they believe they have a solution to neutralize the iron bird."
Col. Patricia turned her gaze to General O'Neil before saying, "If we want to inflict heavier damage. We can let them enter a little deeper and ambush them with artillery. Then, we send Viper, Kiowa, and Venom to hunt their remains.”
General O'Neil closed his eyes for a moment before speaking, "Even if we wipe out all Northern Coalition elements that had entered Tuscan Region, the damage they received would be minuscule if they divided it by three."
After tapping his finger on the display table for a while, General O’Neil then explaining the plan he had in mind.
They would let Northern Coalition elements to reach Magwurt City, and once a quick retreat was impossible for them, a light surprise attack would be launched to cause chaos in Fort Cambia.
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Like it or not, Northern Coalition's higher-ups had to strengthen Fort Cambia, or elements that had gone too deep would lose both logistical support and retreat route. Once the reinforcement to strengthen Fort Cambia left the populated area, air strike would be launched to wipe them out. At the same time, artillery strike would be used to wiped out the elements that reached Magwurt City.
With a drop dead serious tone O'Neil closed his explanation, "We are going to let a big and hostile element enter our front yard. One wrong move and we will face a protracted war.
It’s something that we don't want to happen because right now, GCG has to focus its resource on the southern tip of Southeast Triangle. So, if there is a group that has doubts in executing its role, you should say it now."
Silence enveloped the entire room, before finally the details of the operation were discussed.
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Main Meeting Room, Fort Cambia.
14:45, 23 Mar 2025
As soon as he landed, Rider Orka was being taken by Viscount Grakh's bodyguards to the Main Meeting Room, where three people were waiting.
Viscount Grakh, Supreme Commander of Tarai Guard,
Baron Eslei, Supreme Commander of Liqua Guard,
and
Baron Mhors, Supreme Commander of Darpha Guard.
Cold sweat immediately drenched Rider Orka's forehead, because now he was sure that the joint training between the three Regions was not ordinary training, but a camouflage to cover the invasion on Magwurt City.
Viscount Grakh took a sip of his tea before turning his gaze to Rider Orka. "How's the reconnaissance going?"
"Ser," Rider Orka swiftly handed over several crystal recorders.
"Rider Orka, I believes you know what you can and can’t say."
"Ser."
"Once we take over Magwurt City, you will be promoted two ranks higher, for the dangers you have taken on today recon, and for your willingness to safeguard the vital information."
"Ser."
After Rider Orka saluted and exited the room, Viscount Grakh turned to his two colleagues. "Check whether the intel I previously gave you is real or bullshit."
Baron Eslei and Baron Mhors stared at each other for a moment, and then they examined the crystal recorders, and in an instant their eyes widely opened.
Results of aerial reconnaissance in Magwurt City:
- Multi-story building is extending for a few kilometers.
- A wide and smooth road, full of iron carriages of various sizes that move without being towed by horses.
- Greenfields where sugar cane-like plants thrive.
. . .
. . .
Results of aerial reconnaissance at the entrance of Desolate Land:
- A complex that too small to be called a fortress, but too large to accommodate around 300 personnel who lives on it.
- A smooth road like the one that lay in Magwurt City, but slightly wider and extended from north to south as far as the eye can see, and it’s flanked by Nouel field on each side.
. . .
. . .
"It's a shame that each crystal recorder can only store nine pictures."
"At least, we've confirmed intel from Viscount Grakh."
Viscount Grakh was completely satisfied as he saw the surprise look on the face of his two colleagues. "Our Nouel field is already showing signs of decline, similar to what Tuscan Region has experienced. Wasting any more time is not wise.
Not to mention, if Kingdom of Makai finds out about Amethyst Merchant's existence, they will devour all knowledge and technology they brought without sharing it with us."
The moment Amethyst Merchant was mentioned, a speck of concern crossed Baron Eslei's face. "Are you sure we can beat Amethyst Merchant who has such high level technology?"
Viscount Grakh grinned before saying confidently, "So far, Amethyst Merchant personnel in Magwurt City are no more than 800 people, and the majority of them are support personnel. As long as we move quickly it will all be too late when their main unit arrives."
Baron Eslei and Baron Mhors immediately nodded in agreement with Viscount Grakh's assessment. One of their reasons was, Viscount Grakh spies had confirmed that Amethyst Merchant's personnel were very open, and repeatedly emphasized that Amethyst Merchant always prioritized the path of peace.
Amethyst Merchant's weak attitude was also reflected in their policy of will not attack if not being attacked first, and this was proven through the actions of Rider Orka who were not attacked even though he entered their airspace without permission.
No matter how high the level of technology Amethyst Merchants had, it would be useless if they didn't use it with correct mind. Also, at the moment, only 24 thousand out of the 80 thousand population of Tuscan Region were members of Tuscan Guard. The rest were only women, children, or elderly.
With Northern Coalition's total strengths reaching 123 thousand men, it was guaranteed that Magwurt City’s wall would collapse in a matter of hours. Moreover, Northern Coalition ground elements would be supported by three Rider Squadrons, while Tuscan Guard had not rebuilt their Rider regiment.
Baron Mhors firmly said, "Very well, with the combined strength of three Regions, I doubt we will fail."
Baron Eslei then added, "After all, all personnel who will participate are already stationed in this fort.”
Once his proposal was approved, Viscount Grakh nodded in satisfaction. "Also, in anticipation if our calculations miss, while marching to Magwurt City, we will throw bait to see their reaction."
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