War had always been unpredictable. The tide of battle could change before anyone even realized what was happening.
Only a few days ago, Arcadia's army had been advancing victoriously across the Frontier. Reports of success arrived one after another, and many believed the demons were already collapsing under imperial pressure.
Then everything changed.
In the blink of an eye, Arcadia's relentless advance turned into retreat.
After the devastating defeat in the valley, imperial forces suffered heavy losses. Surviving troops withdrew in disorder while Legendary Realm commanders struggled to regroup the shattered formations. Supply lines broke apart, communication faltered, and panic slowly spread among newly appointed Frontier lords.
The demons did not waste that opportunity.
They struck back with terrifying speed.
