After a series of haggling, the Middle East Front plan was finally approved. Unsurprisingly, Hudson's territory became the core of the defense line.
Geographic location was secondary, the key was that with Hudson's fame, the Orc Army wouldn't dare penetrate deeply without removing this "nail."
The battle of the Expedition Army Corps deep into the Orc Prairie had fundamentally changed the pattern of warfare, making everyone realize: war can be fought like this!
Even without any logistical support, the Expedition Army Corps had achieved significant military exploits; if there were a bridgehead like the Near East to rely on, the force would only be greater.
In this context, it's very clear what the kingdom began construction on first—a port!
You must get involved if the conditions exist, and even if they don't, you must create the conditions and get involved. The greatest characteristic of the Extraordinary World is that human effort can transform nature.