Chapter 92: Preparing a Counter Attack
Rimuru sat on a near by tree and started divising a plan of contre attack, the information relayed by his spies playing in his mind like an ominous drumbeat.
The betrayal was shocking, but Rimuru wasn't one to crumble under pressure. Instead, he let out a long sigh, his expression darkening.
"Yukki, Clayman, and the rest of the Alliance… You've underestimated me."
With a determined glint in his eye, Rimuru called a council meeting with his trusted generals and advisors (He teleported to Tempest for the meeting before coming back to the kids). He was determined to stay ten steps ahead of the schemers.
Rimuru's first move will be to dig deeper into the Alliance's activities while bolstering Tempest's defenses.
Strengthening the Spy Network:
Rimuru told Soeui, his master of espionage, and tasked him with increasing the surveillance on Yukki, Kigali, Clayman, and their associates.
Soeui will personally deploy an elite team of Shadow Squad operatives to infiltrate the Moderate Harlequin Alliance's ranks.
These spies were equipped with concealment magic and the ability to relay information back to Tempest in real time.
Rimuru ordered Raphael to upgrade the spy left on Kigali's body with enhanced cloaking capabilities and a recording function to gather even more concrete evidence.
Information Manipulation:
Rimuru directed Diablo to spread false rumors within Dwargon, Blumund, and Englesia, sowing seeds of doubt about Clayman's activities and stirring unrest among his allies.
He tasked Shion and Benimaru to subtly build alliances with nations that had grievances against Falmuth, Carrion, and Frey, ensuring Tempest had unexpected allies when the time came.
Fortifying Tempest:
Gabil was instructed to expand Tempest's aerial defense with his wyvern-mounted forces.
Shuna with help of Rimuru (Raphael) will craft advanced barrier systems to protect Tempest from magical or physical invasions.
Rimuru also will work with Raphael to deploy a network of surveillance orbs throughout the Jura Forest, ensuring no enemy could move undetected.
Step 2: Counterattacking Strategically
"Once we gather enough information, we will begin crafting a plan to dismantle the Alliance." Rimuru said.
His strategy revolved around isolating the members, disrupting their schemes, and using their overconfidence against them.
A. Neutralizing Clayman
Rimuru ordered Diablo and his demon subordinate to infiltrate Clayman's domain and impersonate his loyal subordinates.
Using illusions and manipulation, they will leak false information to Carrion and Frey, suggesting that Clayman planned to betray them.
Targeting the Puppeteer:
Knowing Clayman's reliance on controlling others, Rimuru planned to render him powerless.
Raphael suggested using a spell that will disrupt his control, which Rimuru instructed Raphael to create. The spell will nullify Clayman's Puppeteer ability, leaving him defenseless.
B. Exposing Kigali
He instructed Soei to engineer a public confrontation between Kigali and trusted officials in Englesia. It would destabilize her influence and turn allies against her.
C. Outmaneuvering Yuuki
Rimuru decided he will send Yuuki a fabricated report, pretending that he was unaware of the Alliance's plans.
Act as if he was still on friendly terms with Yuuki and even sent a thank-you note for letting him train the children. This will give Yuuki a false sense of security.
Disabling Anti-Skill:
Raphael proposed creating a countermeasure against Yuuki's Anti-Skill by developing a specialized magic item that could bypass or disrupt its effects. Rimuru tasked Raphael with crafting this item using a fragment of his power.
Ambush and Execution
Once the groundwork was laid, Rimuru set the stage for a decisive confrontation.
Spying on Carrion
Soei send a team and specialized squad of Shadow Squad members to infiltrate Carrion's Beast Kingdom, Eurazania. Their mission is to gather information on:
Carrion's military strength.
His plans for Tempest and his coordination with Clayman.
Weaknesses in his kingdom's defenses.
Using magical communication relays, the spies would report back to me, ensuring real-time updates.
Spying on Frey
Frey, the harpy Demon Lord, ruled a territory in the skies, making infiltration more challenging.
Rimuru," Gabiru send one your members to subtly interacting with some of Frey's subordinate harpies.
By posing as an emissary offering trade deals and manipulate them into revealing crucial information."
Rimuru, " Ranga and the shadow wolves scout Frey's territory from a distance, gather intelligence on her forces and movement patterns.
Manipulating Subordinates
Rimuru, "exploite any tensions among the two Demon Lords' subordinates. Use Soei's network, if we spread rumors of betrayal that will create paranoia among their ranks.
Diablo, with his silver tongue,
Can convince several key subordinates from both sides to act cautiously, thereby delaying any coordinated attacks.
Luring the Enemy:
Rimuru used the false rumors Diablo had spread to bait the Alliance into attacking Tempest prematurely.
He allowed a few spies from the Alliance to escape with "intel" suggesting Tempest was vulnerable due to Rimuru's absence.
The Chaotic Battlefield:
When the Alliance launch their attack, they will find themselves walking into a trap. (Veldora).
Tempest's Defenses:
The Magic spell will neutralize Clayman's puppets and spells. Hidden troops led by Benimaru and Madox will emerge from underground bunkers to encircle the invaders.
Exposing the Truth:
Rimuru, capturing Kigali during the chaos, forcing her to reveal Yuuki's role in orchestrating the conflict.
And play recordings of the Alliance's secret meetings to the gathered nations, ensuring their credibility was destroyed.
Step 4: Aftermath
Yuuki will probably flee , but not before Rimuru plant a tracking marker on him.
Clayman will be defeated and stripped of his Demon Lord title.
Kigali will be imprisoned and studied by Raphael for clues about Yuuki's true plans.
Falmuth will be exposed as a conspirator, leading to its isolation by other nations.
Rimuru ensured Tempest emerged stronger and more respected, with new allies and a reputation as a formidable force.
"Let them come," Rimuru said, staring at the horizon. "I'll be ready