Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

The chapter depicts a fierce battle between the Turkic army and the defenders of Shanyang City. The Turkic forces, numbering fifty thousand, advance with siege equipment, including catapults and leather chariots. Despite their initial momentum, they suffer heavy casualties from crossbow fire and thorn projectiles scattered by the defenders. A siege hammer, intended to breach the city gate, becomes a focal point of the assault but ultimately fails as defenders unleash fire oil, creating chaos and panic among the Turkic soldiers. The battle ends with a significant loss for the Turkic army, leading to their retreat, while Chuluo Khan decides to continue the campaign southward despite the heavy toll.

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