Chapter 54. Short and Intense Decisive Battle (3)

Previously.

That is, before setting out to quell the Northern/Western Front.

Carolus had one concern.

--How can a smaller force defeat a larger one?

Specifically, how could he control the potential rebellions throughout the Kingdom with only a few tens of thousands of Central Army troops?

He had barely managed to seize the Capital through a Coup d'état and establish a new regime, but its foundation was still shaky.

Surrounded by hostile territories and political rivals, he could only rely on the troops under his command at that time.

While seeking political allies and consolidating his power, Carolus dedicated himself to strengthening his military force, which was his sole protector.

He equipped them with all sorts of A-grade equipment and expensive clothing, and even trained them in new tactics.

The result of this was the Line Infantry...