Rebirth of the thief who roamed around the world (BOOK 3)

Chapter 500 - Smoke Screen

The conflict between Asskickers United and Eternal attracted the attention of many players. The forums immediately became heated with discussion regarding this topic.

This was the first time Asskickers United wasn't considered the underdog. Their target was Eternal's three strongholds. If they didn't take down one or two, this campaign would hold no meaning. Many players were waiting in anticipation to see how this war would play out.

Perhaps this matter could still be resolved peacefully if Eternal simply bowed their heads and apologized. However, if they yielded before any fighting even began, they would lose all face in Kavodin. So, they had no choice but to butt heads with Asskickers United. After the first skirmish, they could then apologize without losing too much face.

Skyfire Wild Dragon couldn't help but feel Asskickers United was being too arrogant, thinking they could massacre Eternal with only 3,000 players.

Neither Asskickers United nor Eternal had made any posts on the forums. Alliance of Mages and Divine Protectors were closely monitoring the situation. They dispatched an additional 6,000 players to Kavodin. These players started to roam the streets and make their presence known to everyone, especially Asskickers United, while the higher-ups waited for the inevitable cry for help from Eternal.

An eerie calmness overtook Kavodin. Eternal's allies stayed silent, not showing their position. If it looked like Asskickers United was going to lose, they would rush to Eternal's aid in a show of support. If it looked like Eternal was going to lose, they definitely wouldn't extend a helping hand. This was the nature of their so-called alliance.

Every major power had deployed their forces, looking to see the outcome of this war. If Asskickers United was defeated, Alliance of Mages and Divine Protectors definitely wouldn't let them off easy.

Magic Prison Stronghold.

This was Eternal's second largest stronghold. It was protected by thick walls that stood over 30 meters tall. Numerous arrow towers were erected behind the walls. Since a battle could break out at any moment, with the 3,000 players from Asskickers United having already arrived in Kavodin, the stronghold was under lockdown. The top of the walls were heavily guarded, with sentries posted up every few meters. They were armed to the teeth and ready to defend the stronghold at a moment's notice.

Without a siege weapon like a catapult, it would be difficult for Asskickers United to break through these walls.

Asskickers United's 3,000 players were still in Kavodin, not showing any sign of movement. No one knew what they were up to. As a result, the players defending the Magic Prison Stronghold relaxed their guard if ever so slightly.

Surrounding the Magic Prison Stronghold was a vast wasteland. This place was once an ancient battlefield.

A cold wind blew through the wasteland. The sparse plant life growing here gently swayed back and forth. This was an especially desolate scene.

On top of the stronghold walls, several players were chatting with each other.

"Say, which stronghold do you think Asskickers United is going to attack first?"

"I'm not too sure."

"Probably our main one, the Keloyi Stronghold. If it falls, we'll be forced out of Kavodin. Given the strength of Asskickers United, they'll definitely aim for the heart."

"Speaking strategically, I don't think Asskickers United will hit the Keloyi Stronghold."

"Why is that?"

"If the Keloyi Stronghold falls, our guild will be done for. But how will that benefit Asskickers United? Many of the major powers in Kavodin are eyeing our guild right now. If we're wiped out, someone else will swoop in and reap all the rewards. Asskickers United would essentially be doing all the hard work for someone else. If I was Nirvana Flame, I wouldn't do such a stupid thing. That's why I think Asskickers United will either target the Magic Prison Stronghold or Spirit Garrison Stronghold."