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The raging storm, carrying hot sand, seemed to be responding to the king's call.
The darkness of despair was swept away, the sun of day hung high in the sky, and the whole world became Iskandar's mental landscape, or rather, the mental landscape of the entire army.
The Sword of Jupoortis is gathering and weaving together the heroic spirits from beyond time and space who once shared dreams with the king.
This was the third time El-Melloi II had witnessed the Conqueror King's army, so he was naturally familiar with it.
The magic of orientation continues, and the discerning eye sweeps over every heroic spirit who was once renowned throughout the land.
Will you challenge the bonds of the Conqueror King?
El-Melloi II pursed his lips, looking at Waver Velvet riding alongside the Conqueror, and a surge of jealousy welled up within him.
The towering army formations and the battle cries alone were enough to stir one's heart.
Countless heroes raised their spears, and their cavalrymen followed closely behind the king's silhouette.
"So, strategist, what strategy will you employ against my army?"
Iskandar asked a question.
"A countermeasure? Perhaps there is, but if the opponent is you, you can only adapt to the situation!"
El-Melloi II's eyes gleamed:
"Battle is not just about physical beatings; strategy is the key to victory. Conqueror, your army is extremely powerful and your strength is unparalleled... but strength only counts if it can be effectively utilized."
The opponent easily altered the inherent boundaries of the entire environment; there is only one way to fight against such a large army.
"Just watch closely as the power entrusted to me by that strategist comes to my aid."
"This is the Grand Strategist's ultimate stronghold..."
boom!
The massive stone pillar crashed down, the booming sound instantly causing commotion within the army. Soon, within the territory of this royal army, an exquisite labyrinth was formed.
This is not a simple contest of strength.
El-Melloi II had witnessed the King's army firsthand; he knew every movement of the army, how each army was deployed, and could even predict when and what orders the King of Conquerors would issue.
"Stone Soldier Eight Formations - Unfold!"
As El-Melloi II murmured, more stone pillars rose from the sand, forming an ever-changing labyrinth. These pillars, seemingly arranged randomly, were in fact in accordance with the mysteries of heaven and earth; the position of each pillar was precisely calculated, forming a barrier capable of distorting space and direction.
Unable to escape.
The Stone Formation is said to have a special effect on armies, as it is believed to trap and kill large armies.
Without a way to break the deadlock, the King's Army will likely remain trapped here until Iskandar leaves the field.
That's right.
This is not simply a Noble Phantasm effect, but a reproduction based on historical facts.
"Oh? This is..." Iskandar squinted.
He watched with some surprise as his unparalleled army became bogged down in the Second Emperor's lines.
The once orderly formation began to fall into chaos. The cavalry in front could no longer communicate with the rear, and the troops on the flanks completely lost their bearings.
"This is the formation of the great strategist Zhuge Liang - the Eight Stone Formations."
El-Melloi II stood at the heart of the formation, a slight smirk playing on his lips.
"Conqueror King, your army is indeed powerful, but if it cannot unite as one, no matter how many soldiers you have, they are nothing more than scattered soldiers."
"Are you kidding me?!"
Weber watched in disbelief from his chariot.
The invincible army of the king... how come it seems to suffer losses every time it appears?
However, Iskandar was not angry at all; instead, he burst into laughter.
"What an amazing and ingenious maze! I never thought it could even trap my army. If we don't come up with a solution, things will get really bad."
"Why are you still praising him! Can't you see our army is about to be divided up? Even if they are all Heroic Spirits, they will be annihilated one by one under the attack of the enemy's magic!"
"Of course I know."
The Conqueror's eyes gleamed with excitement: "That's precisely why it deserves praise, lad! It's this kind of mystery that's worth conquering!"
Soldiers!
Iskandar raised the sword of Jupootis.
Break through!
Ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh!
The ranks of soldiers responded to Iskandar's roar with a thunderous shout!
Faced with the overwhelming army that resembled a surging tide, El-Melloi II's expression grew increasingly solemn.
While the Stone Formation could temporarily trap the army, it could not truly defeat Iskandar.
We need to change our strategy.
El-Melloi II said confidently, casually stuffing the extinguished cigar into his pocket and fixing his gaze on a person.
Every move and every weakness of the conquering army was under their watchful eyes, but this army could not be measured by the standards of ordinary armies.
Even trapped in the labyrinth of the Stone Formation, Iskandar continued to command his troops to break through.
Sure enough, just as the Stone Soldier Eight Formations reached their peak, Iskandar raised his longsword and shouted sharply:
"My warriors! What is there to fear in a moment of confusion?! A true conqueror can forge a path even in the fog!"
"Answer me, are you... cowards who will be trapped in the labyrinth?"
The deafening shouts of battle made Webber's legs tremble.
"--no!
The outcry grew louder and louder.
No! No! No!
The sound, like thunder, pierced through the stone formation and reached the ears of every soldier! The previously chaotic army began to regroup, and although their location was still unknown, their morale was restored!
This is the king's military might!
No matter how powerful an army is, it usually collapses after losing a certain number of troops, but Iskandar's army will never do so!
He is a true general!
As long as he is still here, as long as the King's Army remains, as long as his spirit is not destroyed—the heroes will never back down!
"Damn it, this madman... these madmen! It's unbelievable..."
El-Melloi II trembled with a deep longing to be one of those shouting, to follow in that man's footsteps.
Despite constantly striving to improve himself, he, Webber Velvet, remains far from that position... and may never reach it in his lifetime.
However, Heaven took pity on them.
El-Melloi II received the power entrusted to him by Zhuge Liang.
That's how it became possible to stand shoulder to shoulder with Rider.
Just then, Iskandar, riding his divine chariot, broke through the stone circle's barrier and charged straight at El-Melloi II!
Lightning flashed, and the momentum was overwhelming!
"Hehe, kid, it seems like this time it's my victory!"
Iskandar smirked, gripped his greatsword, and charged ahead of El-Melloi!
however……
The oblivious Conqueror failed to notice the barely perceptible sly glint in El-Melloi II's eyes.
Weber's heart tightened.
He stared at Iskandar, sensing that things weren't so simple.
If it were this strategist, he would definitely not have resorted to such a simple method.
So……
"It's a trap! Rider, get out of the way!"
"oh?!
"What--!
In that instant, Webber immediately lit up the Command Seals on the back of his hand.
Rider was ordered to stop.
The stone soldiers formed an eight-formation array that almost completely surrounded Iskandar.
Standing in the center of the Eight Trigrams Formation was a warrior clad in dark blue armor, emanating a black aura.
He had made preparations beforehand, so he prepared Lancelot ahead of time.
When the conqueror is besieged and his temper is aroused, he will overlook the details.
Moreover, if he is riding in an oxcart, Lancelot can use his ability to take Iskandar's oxcart away.
In this way, the Conqueror King's two Noble Phantasms will lose their power.
But that brat's shout brought Iskandar to a halt, and his plan completely failed?!
Damn it, how could this happen!
"Has he been seen through? He shouldn't have such insight!"
Why did this happen?!
El-Melloi II felt a chill run down his spine as the ground beneath the stone pillar lit up with intricate magical patterns—his pre-arranged "battleground."
The goal was to lure the Conqueror King into breaking through, but...
It turned out that Webber Velvet, that inexperienced youngster, had seen through it.
How could this be possible?!
Chapter 253 Fate/Zero: The Fourth Singularity - The Final Chapter of the Fate/Zero Collaboration - A Dream That Doesn't Exist
"This is bad."
King El-Melloi II sighed.
As a magician, once the opponent launches a surprise attack, it's practically game over. Even with the invincible Zhuge Liang by his side, defeat would likely be inevitable.
This is not a problem with Zhuge Liang.
Zhuge Liang was undoubtedly a top-notch strategist. The biggest problem was that I couldn't unleash his full power. How could a human easily control the power of a Heroic Spirit?
"Not bad, kid."
Iskandar looked at El-Melloi II with some surprise: "I didn't expect it to be a strategy of using oneself as bait? I almost fell for it."
"Tch, it's none of your business, you idiot."
El-Melloi II turned his head away:
"You've always been like this, giving people hope at crucial moments, only to disappoint them."
"What? It's clearly because you're less skilled than the other person, isn't it?"
Webber crossed his arms, the thin, short magician looking at the middle-aged, long-haired man with a hint of smugness.
"..."
Despite this, El-Melloi II was still somewhat displeased.
If someone else had said this, it would have been perfectly acceptable, and El-Melloi II would have gladly accepted it. But since it was this brat in front of him...
El-Melloi II could not accept it no matter what.
"Hey, I'm telling you... you're just lucky and have a sharp eye, right? Don't take it as your own ability, you arrogant little brat."
"What?! You clearly lost, didn't you?!"
"What did you say? I still have a backup plan; I haven't completely failed yet."