"Before we go any further…" Maylock said, his gaze still locked on the rows of knights before them, "have you read the full report on the current condition of our army?"
Broken offered a faint smile and nodded slowly. He had. As per Maylock's recommendation, they had finally taken a bold step—combining both NPCs and players into their knight forces. Yes, players. A decision that came with its own risks... and rewards.
Maylock continued, his voice low and measured. "Hiring players as knights isn't as straightforward as employing NPCs. Controlling them—well, let's just say it's not easy. Unlike NPCs, they're not bound by your knight system's direct command structure."
Broken let out a small sigh of agreement. "I figured as much. Leading that many players through something as routine—and frankly, boring—as knight duty? Definitely a harder job."
