The Cold Door Hero

Summary

The chapter focuses on the Song army's preparation and deployment of new super catapults to attack an earthen mound held by the Jin army. Overseer Wang confirms the catapults' capabilities, and Li Yan Qing orders the first launch of a Thunder Bomb, which accurately strikes the mound, causing significant damage and casualties among the Jin craftsmen. The Song army's effective use of fireballs and Thunder Bombs leads to cheers from their soldiers, while the Jin army, led by Wan Yan Xie Ye, is caught off guard by the Song's improved siege technology. Following the failure of their initial tactics, the Jin army reorganizes and prepares for a more direct assault on the city walls, deploying 80,000 troops and utilizing bronze shields for better protection. Despite their efforts, they face heavy casualties from the Song army's defensive measures, including a barrage of arrows and Thunder Bombs. The chapter ends with Jin soldiers attempting to scale the city walls amidst fierce resistance.

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