The altar's flame burned for a long time, extinguishing only at sunrise. The warriors left the capital, leaving behind a lingering scent of herbs and ashes. While the warriors of the Zoran Tribe were the majority, their allies were also numerous. Thousands of natives began their march forward.

Despite their large numbers, the warriors' equipment was lacking in quality. Iron armor was absent, and many relied on leather armor. While some warriors didn't have any armor at all, instead using tattoos or combat makeup to invoke the protection of spirits.

Zoran Tribe's leader, Ivatar, also lacked protective armor as he rode atop a trained monster while leading the army. His upper body was adorned with numerous tattoos, which multiplied as they approached the Footprint of the God of the Land, a result of the sorcerers blessing him with the protection of spirits.

[Amazing,] Tempest remarked.

The warriors of Samar were deeply loved by the primal spirits, and their strong affinity with these spirits was a defining characteristic of their talent as warriors.

The primal spirits lacked clear egos and were more akin to a natural form of energy, such as mana, with their own unique characteristics. Receiving their favor and blessing and borrowing their power was a separate power from the Spirit Magic utilized by those on the continent.

[That barbarian is receiving a simple yet powerful blessing. He is loved by many primal spirits. The power of the primal spirit that is blessing Ivatar Jahav is no less than the other Spirit Kings or me.]

Countless primal spirits empowered Ivatar, lending him power as he dashed over the ground. The spirits of the land would aid him, while the wind would allow him to fly. At his request, flames would appear, lightning would strike, or rain would fall, all at the whim of the powerful spirits.

The Magic Tower Masters and Kristina were busy even during the march.

Kristina was occupied receiving Anise’s teachings regarding divine magic suited for wars. This would be Kristina’s first war, and frankly, she would be placed in an extremely harsh condition. Not only was she solely responsible for the production and distribution of holy water, but she would also...