The Cold Door Hero

Summary

The Jin soldiers shifted their attack strategy from oil barrels to fireballs, launching them at the city walls. The Song army, having completed the installation of their crossbows, faced challenges due to the cumbersome setup and the limited effectiveness of the crossbows against the Jin's long-range catapults. Despite the crossbows' initial success in destroying some Jin catapults, the Jin quickly adapted by switching to giant stones, which caused significant damage to the Song defenses. After several rounds of battle, both sides suffered losses, but the Jin's catapult numbers dwindled faster. Facing mounting pressure and dissatisfaction with his strategy, Jin commander Wan Yan Zong Wang ordered an infantry assault with the Bohai soldiers, who were known for their combat prowess. As the Bohai soldiers advanced towards the northern city wall, the Song army prepared to retaliate with their own catapults.

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