After the Vikings retreated, Alfred knew that this battle would be the key to whether they could escape the Viking threat in the near future. Lan
"Your Majesty, the Vikings have now retreated outside the swamp. Victory belongs to Wessex." The nobles of Wessex happily said to Alfred at the celebration banquet.
"My lords, we cannot be careless. Our losses this time are also tragic. We should call in more troops as soon as possible." Alfred said solemnly, holding up his wine glass and speaking to everyone.
The nobles also raised their wine glasses and agreed with a bang.
When the governors of each county returned to their respective fiefdoms, they immediately recruited soldiers from their own counties and brought them to the fortress in the swamp for training.
As Alfred's army grew, and thanks to Alfred's leadership and strategy, these men received extensive training and were prepared to deal with any tactics the Vikings might employ.
On the other hand, after the attack on the fortress failed, Ulf also understood that Alfred would fight back against them, and there would be a big battle between the two sides. He also began to prepare and take measures to deal with this upcoming decisive battle. .
After several weeks of preparations by both sides, Alfred and Guzlen's armies actually chose Noddington Plains with a tacit understanding, because only in that way could the armies of both sides be deployed. Lan
This was going to be a fierce battle. Before the battle, Ulf immediately summoned several of his companions and asked them.
"We should be able to defeat each other on the plain." Vargas glanced at the various tents on the opposite side of the plain, like mushrooms growing after the rain. They were the campsites where Alfred's army was stationed.
"But what kind of battle formation should we choose?" Ange asked curiously.
"We used the tactics of "Shark Fin" and "Cloak and Knife". "
Of these two tactics, the former was to use a smaller force as the vanguard in an attempt to break the Wessex army's defenses. The latter used the flexibility of Viking warriors to disperse the army to attack and deliver a lasting blow to the Wessex army.
"Okay, let's use this tactic." Ulf nodded slightly after hearing this. These two tactics are currently very suitable for the plains.
However, just as Ulf and others discussed a tactic, Alfred was also deploying and tactic. Lan
In a red tent, Alfred, wearing a battle armor, gathered together with nobles also wearing armor.
"The Viking infantry is strong, and our people may not be opponents." A general said to the others with a solemn expression.
"And now that we are on the plain, they can spread out more heavy infantry. If the shield wall is pushed over like a wall, our people will not be able to stop it." The other generals nodded.
"Then how about we use a spear wall?" Alfred thought for a while. The spear wall is to insert spears into the ground to form a solid line of defense to resist the attack of the Viking army.
At the same time, the Wessexians can send out archers and spearmen to suppress and attack to control the rhythm of the battlefield.
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In addition to using the wall of spears tactic, Alfred also prepared a variety of strategies to fight against the Viking army.
The most important tactic was to use their knightly troops to conduct surprise attacks. This force could suddenly launch an attack at the final stage of the battle, destroying the Viking defenses and allowing the Wessex army to win. Lan
"Yes, we will win this way." After hearing this, the nobles agreed with Alfred's tactics. After discussing the tactics, the Wessex people began to take action.
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Both sides were well prepared before the battle began, and Alfred's Wessex army deployed a long wall of spears across the plain to defend themselves against Viking attacks.
Some low walls and palisades were also set up in front of the Spear Wall to give the Wessex army more cover and defense.
The next morning, mist still hung over the plains.
The Viking army led by Ulf
Sure enough, they adopted the shark fin formation. They lined up in a triangle shape and rushed towards the Wessex army at a rapid speed.
In the Viking formation, the soldiers in the front held shields and swords to resist enemy attacks, while the soldiers in the rear used spears and arrows to attack the enemy. Lan
After the two sides came into contact, the battle entered a fierce stage.
The Viking army used their powerful strength and agility to continuously attack the Wessex army's spear wall, trying to break their defense line.
The Wessex army concentrated its firepower and used spears and bows to block the Viking attack. The two sides attacked each other, and the sounds of fierce fighting could not be heard.
For a while, the two sides were in a stalemate, and the battle gradually dragged on until noon.
In the middle of the battle, part of the Wessex army's spear wall was breached by the Viking army, and Viking soldiers began to pour into the Wessex army's defenses.
"Those who attack and retreat will not be able to enter Valhalla." Guzrun stood in the middle of the army with a sword. He did not care about his identity as a leader at this time and rushed towards the front.
With Guzlen taking the lead, the Wessex people's strong spear wall gradually failed to stop the Viking attack. Alfred hurriedly led his personal guards to block the breach. . Lan
There was a gap between the two sides, and the spears and swords collided with each other. The person who was stabbed fell down wailing, and the blood almost stained the ground red.
"Something's wrong." Ulf was also in the crowd at the moment. He was breathing heavily. He glanced around and found that there was no trace of the Wessex cavalry among the crowds of people. He suddenly became vigilant.
At this time, Alfred knew that both sides had tried their best. Although his side fell below, he immediately ordered the knights to launch a surprise attack. With the roar of horses, the Wessex cavalry filed out. , attacking the Viking army from the flank.
The knights, wearing full armor and armed with swords and battle axes, charged towards the flank of the Viking army. Their raid was so successful that the Viking army was disrupted and morale began to decline.
Throughout the campaign, Alfred's army employed a variety of tactics, including the use of spears and archers to suppress the Viking offensive.
Alfred used their elite troops and also used raids to disrupt the Viking defenses and force them into a difficult situation.
In the final stage of the battle, Alfred and his knights suddenly launched an attack. This amazing tactic disrupted the Viking defense and allowed Alfred's army to win. Lan
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