Urban Divine Doctor Descends the Mountain Chapter 2766 - 2765: Formation Instruction!

On the square soon after, three thousand soldiers formed silent, solemn ranks like an iron Great Wall, steadfast and immovable.

It's far more than a simple gathering of numbers; this is a complete battalion ready to operate and battle independently.

An independent battalion typically consists of around three thousand members!

The horn for the team competition is on the verge of sounding, where success hinges not just on personal valor but on the supreme trial of group teamwork.

A battalion's fighting prowess goes beyond mere weapon clashes and armor strikes; it involves battles of intellect and tactics, displays of unity and solidarity.

Yet this battalion stands apart from the usual ones.

This elite battalion boasts numerous martial artists.

Their cultivation levels are clearly stratified yet seamlessly integrated.

Crowning the hierarchy is the figure dubbed the 'team leader,' a mighty Earth Realm martial artist.

That person is none other than Ye Linglong!

She earned the role of 'team leader' for the team event.

Her posture stands tall and straight, eyes deep and piercing, faint ripples of Yuan Qi swirling around her—a signature of those who have crossed into the Earth Realm.

She acts as the stabilizing Dinghai Divine Needle, bolstering the whole team's spirit and steering the fight's course.

Right behind her are five vice-leaders, not quite at Earth Realm but powerful Half-Step Earth Realm martial artists nonetheless.

Each oversees a sector, functioning as the team leader's reliable assistants and unchallenged commanders in their zones, guaranteeing flawless oversight of every team aspect.

Below them rank thirty Grandmaster-Level martial artists, shining like stars in key team roles.

Grandmaster Realm means command over the Martial Way, letting them sway battles with their might and serve as the team's sturdy spine.

Next come one hundred Martial Arts Masters, who haven't scaled Grandmaster peaks but hold deep martial insights, serving as vital performers and sharp strategists in the team.

They ensure orders flow swiftly and precisely into deeds.

The remaining soldiers mostly consist of Gold-Realm Martial Artists and regular troops; though untrained in martial arts, they show tough resolve and superior physiques.

Individually, they might lag a bit in power, but these unassuming members build the team's firmest base.

In quantity, they dominate, representing the raw might of the team.

Still, melding such a diverse power structure into a genuine 'battalion' presents a formidable task.

Skill coordination, organizational prowess, and group fighting techniques all demand immense effort from the team.

Forging synergies between Earth Realm experts and Gold-Realm fighters, making sure all shine at peak moments, calls for masterful leadership and every soldier's grasp of team ideals.

A potent team can unleash multiple times—up to tenfold—its power through mutual aid, crafting flawless attack and defense webs that merge personal strengths into an overwhelming surge.

On the flip side, weak team synergy, without trust or sync among members, turns even elite fighters into liabilities through poor alignment.

Just then, Lin Dong eyed this three-thousand-strong 'battalion' and declared: "Everyone, follow me. Let’s head for jungle special training!"

The team competition arena lies within the jungle too.

So Lin Dong took them straight into the jungle for targeted drills.

Practicing in a mock battlefield delivers optimal results.

Soon, Lin Dong guided his extraordinary three-thousand-soldier team over expansive fields into a primeval, thick jungle.

Sunlight filtered through the lush canopy, casting spotted patterns on the earth, infusing the site of the impending marvel with enigma and gravity.

In a clearing, Lin Dong stopped, spun to face the orderly troops, eyes blazing like torches, voice resolute and commanding:

"Everyone, the training ahead is crucial. Here in the jungle, I'll impart several formations to massively boost our team's battle strength."

"You must obey my plans and placements exactly—this tests our teamwork and unlocks victory in the team competition."

At these words, excitement and eagerness lit the soldiers' eyes as they roared together:

"Please teach us the formation, War God Lin!"

Their unified cry reverberated through the jungle, making even the trees quiver.

Lin Dong gave a faint nod, face grave:

"The first formation is the 'Five Elements Xuanwu Formation.' Drawn from ancient war arts, it weaves five elements' cycles of birth and conquest into a rock-solid defense like the mighty, steadfast Xuanwu."

Then Lin Dong detailed the Five Elements Xuanwu Formation's arrangement.

First, based on strength and attributes, he split them into five squads: Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, Earth—six hundred per squad, each embodying one element.

The Metal squad leads the front, embodying keen edge and firmness; Wood on the left for expansion and change; Water on the right for fluidity and adaptability; Fire at the back for intensity and burst; Earth in the middle as the heart, for endurance and weight.

"Metal group warriors, form the formation's cutting front, wielding weapons to forge an impenetrable wall."

"Wood group, handle swift shifts in the formation based on battle changes; Water group, flow like rivers to aid any spot needed."

"Fire group, build power for a decisive enemy blow at key times; Earth group, anchor the formation's steadiness, letting every fighter unleash full might."

"The five vice-leaders, command your groups!"

"Team leader Ye Linglong, you'll be the formation's eye, mastering the whole array!"

Lin Dong's directives, like a conductor's wand, directed the soldiers to build this defensive bastion gradually.

Under his orders, troops dashed to spots, using glances and signs to communicate, fine-tuning until the Five Elements Xuanwu Formation stood complete.

The array pulsed with life, radiating unmatched grandeur and force.

Once formed, Lin Dong nodded approvingly, then looked toward Dugu Tian, who watched silently nearby.

With a grin, Lin Dong said: "Senior Dugu, now please check this Five Elements Xuanwu Formation's defense?"

Dugu Tian smiled faintly at the request, curiosity and thrill sparking in his gaze: "Gladly, War God Lin. What power level? Start with Third Stage Grandmaster to test if it budges?"

"Since team competition leaders top out at Third Stage Grandmaster strength from other nations."

But Lin Dong shook his head, a confident smirk playing on his lips: "No need, lower won't do, Senior Dugu—go straight for Stage Five Grandmaster power. Our Five Elements Xuanwu Formation can handle it."

"Hmm?" Dugu Tian froze momentarily at Lin Dong's bold words.

He stared at the defensive array of three thousand valiant warriors, waves of profound astonishment and eagerness swelling within him.