System: Build My Own Territory Chapter 977 - 289: I Want to Start a War (10,000) (Part 2)

The overlapping scale armor plates are designed to withstand both slashing, piercing, and even ranged assaults like arrows. This comprehensive coverage ensures excellent defensive capabilities.

Similar to the scale armor with a chain liner that Flint crafted for him, the entire armor set weighs only around thirty pounds. This allows light cavalry to maneuver with speed, execute swift turns, and launch surprise attacks effectively.

Furthermore, it provides a significant tactical advantage in reconnaissance, pursuit, and harassment missions.

Most importantly, the scale armor boasts easy repair and replacement! If a section of the scale armor is damaged during combat, only the affected armor plate components need to be substituted.

However, unlike plate armor, where significant damage necessitates the reforging of entire components!

The archers' armor also requires optimization!

His territory's five hundred archers are also equipped with composite armor.

Although it is only half-body armor, it presents a considerable burden for archers who depend on agility and flexibility.

Archer armor can be fashioned from a blend of leather and soft armor.

Leather components would protect the chest, back, and legs.

Soft armor, constructed from multiple layers of linen and coarse cotton, would cover areas such as the archers’ arms, neck, and waist.

For enhanced protection in vital areas like the center of the chest and the head, steel armor plates can be integrated.

While this combination of leather and soft armor cannot match the protection offered by standard plate, scale, or chain armor, it provides a reasonable defense while preserving the archers' mobility and shooting proficiency.

If this level of performance can be achieved, it would be sufficient.

However, they have only just begun to dismantle the iron-smelting furnace.

It will take at least another month before the newly constructed double-chamber reflector furnace is completed and operational for steel smelting production.

He has ample time to refine and optimize the armor's design.

Through Yimini's updates, he gained insight into the textile workshop's progress.

Lynn promptly excused Yimini and Rachel, instructing them to resume their duties.

He then proceeded through the textile workshop.

His eyes scanned the workers, who were fully immersed in their tasks.

After confirming that everything was as it should be, Lynn exited the textile workshop.

Upon reaching Lord’s Square, Lynn was prepared to continue honing his skills with [Cooking].

On the lime-paved road stretching across the distant fields, a solitary horseman was rapidly approaching him.

"Make way!"

"Carefully clear the path!"

The rider's incredible speed was matched by the thunderous sound of galloping hooves.

The man on the horse continued to shout instructions.

Lynn instinctively halted his steps, standing still to await the cavalryman's arrival.

Two minutes later.

The cavalryman entered Lord’s Square.

Spotting Lynn in the distance, he rapidly pulled on his reins, uttering a few calming sounds.

Amidst the horse's whinnies, the man dismounted with agility and approached Lynn.

Observing Gaspar's hurried demeanor, Lynn couldn't help but inquire with a slight frown.

"Do you have an urgent report, Captain Gaspar?"

Stopping several meters before Lynn, Gaspar quickly offered a bow and responded with respect.

"My Lord, I have received two urgent dispatches from Kakasong City."

"I must convey them to you without delay."

Lynn gestured for him to proceed. "Speak."

Taking a moment to steady his breathing, Gaspar spoke without hesitation.

"Firstly, I have compiled intelligence regarding Viscount Jon Zack's military strength."

"In addition to his personal contingent of two thousand armed soldiers, the combined forces from his eight supporting lords surpass five thousand."

"This means that if Viscount Jon Zack issues a summons, he can muster an army exceeding seven thousand men."

Lynn gave a slight nod, acknowledging the information.

The intelligence Gaspar provided was consistent with what Guard Captain Samuel had already reported.

The discrepancy lay in the fact that.

Gaspar had not mentioned that Viscount Jon Zack’s title was personally bestowed by the former Marquis Ducas.

Lynn considered this briefly and found it inconsequential.

After all, there was a considerable difference in their standing and influence.

Gaspar, who was once merely a common farmer,

was already performing commendably by effectively gathering vital intelligence for him.

Noticing Lynn’s calm and unperturbed expression, Gaspar felt a flicker of surprise.

However, Gaspar soon deduced the reason.

It must be that My Lord Lynn possesses alternative intelligence networks.

Gaspar took a deep breath and continued his report.

"My Lord, furthermore, I have ascertained that Viscount Jon Zack convened a nocturnal meeting with his eight supporting lords!"

Upon hearing this, Lynn's interest was immediately piqued. "He convened a night meeting with his eight supporters?"

"Provide me with the detailed information you have gathered on this matter."

Gaspar nodded and continued, "My Lord, it aligns precisely with the information I previously conveyed to you."

"Different spies have been dispatched to the towns where Viscount Jon Zack’s key supporters reside."

"Under secure conditions, I’ve had them infiltrate their manors to gather vital intelligence."

Lynn observed Gaspar intently, anticipating his next words.

"Two of these spies managed to gain entry into the manors of Zock and Bertrand."

A flicker of surprise crossed Lynn’s face as she inquired, "Zock Connally?"

Gaspar’s expression shifted to one of astonishment. "Master, you… how…"

"You are acquainted with Manor Lord Zock Connally?"