Listen up, men!
We`re launching an all-out assault at first light!
And General Yeon Namseng will speahead this assault!
-No, I will not! -Are you defying my orders?
You have no authority to give me such orders!
What?
I won`t let you ruin this conquest! if you`re incompetent,
I will assume the right of command!
What?
The right of command, you say? The right of command?
You bastard!
How dare you challenge my authority! You win a few battles
and you think you`re above me? Open your mouth again,
and your head won`t be attached to your neck!
If you are truly a worthy warrior,
you will consider the lives of you men first.
But if your an inferior warrior driven by desire for fame.
you will send your men into Ansi Fort like moths flying into fire.
What?Moths?
-You...! -Stop!
Stop. Please put the sword down.
Stand back.
I`m going to kill the miserable bastard!
Please General.
This is no time to be fighting each other.
Your soldiers are right outside. This is not what you want them to see.
Darn it!
General Xue is the only one in this camp who wants a battle with Ansi Fort.
Perhaps you can talk him out of it.
I`m a subordinate officer.
How could I question my superior`s judgment?
My master Yeon Namseng is
in the same position as the Khitan tribe.
He may not get the sovereign power of Goguryeo.
If he fails to render significant service in this war.
You`re in the same situation.
And the Khitan tribe may not get Yingzhou
unless you prove yourself worhty with service in this war.
But on what grounds
would I ask General Xue to withdraw the troops?
we can always come up eith something.
Do you have an idea?
That maggot Namseng has come a long way.
He has nerve to covet my right of command!
I`m very cincernd, sir.
General Li`s army is also trapped where it`s,
What if we lose tomorrow`s battle?
I`m afraid this invasion might end in another failure.
Be quiet!
-Do you have to be so negative? -General.
-I`d like to have a word with you. -Go on.
Call of the attack tomorrow.
Are you with Namseng as well?
I`m risking my pride and dignity on this.
I thought you of all men would understand.
Ansi Fort won`t be easily conquered. You could lose everything elsetrying
to protec you pride.
I don`t care about everything else. I can`t compromise my pride.
You may not have to promise anything.
There`s a way to keep your pride and serve the war as well.
Keep my pride and serve the war?
First we must quietly retreat from this camp.
What are you talking about? Leave the enemy and retreat?
We can always come back later and finixh Ansi Fort.
General Li Jing`s army is iat a stalemate at Geosan Fort right now.
Geosan can easily be brought down if we attaack from the rear.
Yes, yes, that`s it!
Continue!
Blasted! Gulsabiwu, this is your fault!
Namseng would be dead and gone by now if you hadn`t stopped me.
You should be thenkful that you`re still here.
According to martial law you should`ve been executed.
Yeah, I`m thankful for that. I shoul`ve been dead but I`m alive.
so I`m going to fight the Tang Chinese until my body turns to dust!
Something`s not right.
-What?What`s not right? -It`s been too quiet for several days.
And the troops are in the exact same position.
I`ll check them out.
-Heuk Sudol, come! -Wait!
Let`s get back!
General!
the Tang camp in Mt.Jupil is completely empty!
But what about the sentry guards visible from the city wall?
They set up scarecrows to fool us!
What? Scarecrows?
The same trick we used when we escaped from Goryeo Fort.
Where could they have gone?
if they move out, I`m sure the joined their main army.
But it doesn`t add up, whay wouldn`t they want us to know that they`re gone?
-Oh no they can`t be! -What is it?
There`s a tight battle going on at the central front
with neither side willing to give. If they should move south stealthily
and launch a raid...
Goemsan Fort..
General ji Myongcheon is in danger!
Li Jing`s army is showing no sing of movement.
I`m sure he was taken aback.
He couldn`t have known how strong our resistance would be.
Pyongyang Fort will be in danger if we fail to drive them away.
We must use this momentum to stop them completely.
Of course, general.
It`s a raid! We`re under enemy attack!
-It`s a suprise attack! -Back to your positions!
It`s a small group of advance guards! Keep you composure and fight!
General, over there!
What`s happening? A fire at the south gate!
This can`t be!
There was no report that they moved their position south!
General, the south gate has been breached!
What do you mean the south gate has been breached?
How could this happen so suddently?
Stay here and defend the main gate. I will stop the enemy at the south gate!
Men, come!
Identify yourself!
I`m a martial general of Goguryeo
and chief Commander of Pyongyang defense guards Ji Myoncheon!
Ji Myoncheon? So you`re Ji Myoncheon!
Cut the small talk. Kill them!
Attack!
-Bastards.....Vile barbarians! -Die,
and watch your country crumble from hell!
-Hongpei! -Yes,General!
Goguryeon ....Goguryeo...!
Father, it`s me. -come in.
-Are you ready to leave? -Yes, Father.
If Geomsan falls, the center defense line will crumble.
You must protect Pyonyang to protect this country.
But then Liaodong will be left onguarded.
I will stay behine with Dolbal. Serve General Go Sagae well
and do your duty without fail.
Yes, Father
I never dreamed that you would come to my aid!
Forgive me, General.
I had to keep it quiet to deceive the enemy.
Does this mean you finally gave up on Ansi Fort?
How many times must I tell you?
I was compelled to withdraw the troops for this operation!
So Ansi Fort invasion failed once again.
No!
-I chose to leave so we could take..... -Settle down.
In any case.
now the path to Pyongyang Fort is wide open thanks to you.
-Your service won`t be forgotten. -I must give credit where credit is due.
All of this was Li Kaigu`s idea.
-Li Kaigu? -No,general.
You`ve rendered vital service in this war.
Please remember the work of the Khitan tribe when this war is over.
Of course I will remember. You can count on it.
Thank you, general.
Why are you so quiet,General Yeon?
This is hardly the time for pleasentries.
Pyongyang Fort is before our eyes.
(Anhak Palace)
How did this happen?
Geomsan Fort has fallen?
General Ji Myoncheon has died in battle?
Your majesty.
we have failed to carry out your royal commander!
Give us death, Your Majesty! Give us death!
The central defense line has crumbled. What now?
Someone has got to out there and stop the enemy!
we can`t send the troops out of the city at this point.
That`s right Your Majesty.
The Shilla army is positioned just south of Han Fort.
and we do not know when they will launch an attack.
On top of that. we are low on munitions and food aupply.
We can`t take action without extreme caution, Your Majesty.
This is frustrating. The Tang army is marching to the city.
and all we can do is watch.
Your Majesty, Your Majesty!
Good news, Your Majesty.
Reinforcement troops have arrived from Liaodong!
Reinforcement troops?
-Liaodong sent reinforcements? Yes, Your Majesty!
Your Majesty, I Go Sage and your faithful warriors,
bid you greetings. We bid you greetings, Your Majesty.
Welcome.
-The fate of Pyongyang hangs by a thread. -That`s why we`re here, Your Majesty.
Thank you. Thank you for your loyalty!
Thank you,Your Majesty.
The Tang army will soon be at our gates. And a huge battle will ensue
that will decide the fate of Goguryeo.
We are out of options.
Do whatever it takes to protect the city.
-Is that understood? -Yes, Your Majesty.
As you know,
Pyongyang is in the worst situation it`s ever been.
From munitions to force of arms, we are inferior to the enemy.
Liaodong is in no better condition.
More than half of Liaodong hsd fallen into the enemy`s hand.
Shilla is another problem. They deployed 50,000 soldiers
when Tang-Shilla allied forces attacked Beakje.
But they allocated over 200,000 soldiers for this campaign against Goguryeo.
The only thing we have going for us is the strength and determination of the people.
and soldiers of Pyongyang to see this through.
That`s a huge advantage.
We will protect the city together with the people.
-Get out there and prepare to fight! -Yes, Supreme Commander!
Joyoung, wait.
There`s someone who wants to see you.
There`s something I must ask you about. What happened in Ogol Fort....
You were there with the Grand Martial General at his final moment.
His Majesty wants to hear your opinion about his assassination.
Who do you believe is behind the assassination?
What`s your guess?
-I`m afraid I don`t know. -You don`t know?
-I can`t speak in haste on a hunch alone. -I`m asking your opinion.
If you must know what I think, the culprits are the Tang Chinese.
Because regardless of the sword that killed him.
Tang was general Yang`s only enemy to the end.
His Majesty has a good idea who the culprit is without your input.
Forgive me, Your Majesty.
But unity should be our only concern right now.
If we can unite and protect the country.
you must embrace anything ans everything.
Yes, You`re right. This country needs unity more than ever.
Yes, Your Majesty.
You always give me hope and reassurance, Dae Joyoung.
May your loyalty never change.
Your grace is immeasurable, Your Manjesty.
Your Majesty, General Gom Mojam seeks your audience.
Send him in.
Your Majesty, an urgen report.
Li Jing`s Tang army has reached our city.
(Tang Camp, Sasu)
The Lord of Liaodong Fort Go Sagae brought reinforcement troops.
to Pyongyang just prior to our arrival.
They were one step ahead of us.
We should`ve come sooner and laid siege to the fort.
I don`t think it`s a cause for great concern.
How so?
My informants say that
the troops arrived without any provisions.
Yes, that makes sense.
Liaodong is in no better shape than Pyongyang.
Their biggest problem is food shortage due to an going drought.
More troops can only bring harm when there`s shortage of food.
Khan is right about that. What are we waiting for?
Let`s attack without further delay, Superior Commander.
No!
The advantage may be ours, but don`t take Pyongyang Fort lightly.
We should investigate the enemy thoroughly
before launching an attack.
I agree with General Yeon.
Rest your horses and organize the line of battle.
We will launch an attack as soon as
we`ve gathered sufficient information about the enemy.
Yes, Superior Commander!
Chulin,
you`ve been pushing yourself too hard lately.
This is our last chance.
We must destroy Goguryeo and win Yingzhou terrotory.
It won`t be long.
The blood and sweat that we`ve shed will soon bear fruit.
Kaigu,
Once Khitan acquires Yingzhou. I may have to leave the tribe.
What do you mean?
Don`t be foolish. You`re the next Khitan Khan!
You can lead the tribe better than I can.
Chulin!
This stronghold is just as grand and solid as Liaodong or Ansi.
Pyongyang is an impenetrable fortress
that`s never been breached since the founding of Goguryeo.
This is the home of the royal palace of Goguryeo.
it should be as strong.
General!
General, you must go to the palace at once!
What`s wrong?
The civil officials are trying to send a messenger to the enemy camp!
A messenger?
-They are trying to open up talks. -That`s absurd!
Haven`t they learnd anything about Tang?
We`ve already tried sending an emissary once.
No one knows what happend to them.
My guess is they never made it or something unanticipated has occurred.
What`s there for us to talks about aith those bastards?
Do you have to ask?
We will negotiate peace so we can protect this country.
You must be out of your mind! They`re here to destroy Goguryeo!
Your Majesty, the force of arms in Pyongyang
can`t defend the city against the great Tang army.
What makes you think they would retreat if we send an emissary?
At the very least,
we can avoud a bloody battle and needless deaths.
Then who will go as the emissary?
Your Majesty,
I, High Commissioner Sun Keom... will assume the task.
You, Lord Sun?
Your Majesty.
this is display of extraordinary courage. Design to see our loyalty,You Majesty.
Can you do this?
It`s to save this country. I will do my very best,Your Majesty.
We`re carrying out a royal command. Open the city gate.
I said open the gate!
Open the gate!
A man must choose his friends carefully and wisely.
But you sir, have chosen poorly. Tang has done too much evil
to this country to become our friend.
Ambition and muscle alone doesn`t make this world go around.
How could a child like you know anything?
Watch and learn.
You may know how to kill the enemy
but you don`t know how to win the enemy`s heart.
That only comes with experience and age.
Watch what happens and let this be a lesson to you.
Let`s go.
Did you make some kind of deal with Bu Kiwon?
A deal? What do you mean, general?
This is an offer of friendly relations between Tang and Goguryeo.
It says here you have an agreement with Bu Kiwon.
Pardon?
I don`t know what they`re talking about.
How can you say this?
We complied with all of your requests! for peace between Goguryeo and Tang!
Go back and relay this message.
There can`t be peace on this land until either Goguryeo or Tang is gone.
Peace is the very reason why we are here to destroy your country!
General, are words really necessary.
Cut off the messenger`s head and toss it into Pyongyang fort!
That will send a message!
How dare you!
Even beasty have lines they don`t cross!
-Have you no fear for the gods? -Be quiet!
What are you doing? Take him outside and behead him!
-Yes, sir! -Let go of me!
Bastards!Evil barbarians! You will pay for this!
What are you waiting for? Take him out!
Let go of me! Let go!
-Warriors. -Yes, sir!
The messenger`s head will serve as a declaration of war.
We will attack without further delay so prepare for battle!
Yes, sir!
General, over there!
State you identity!
Reveal yourself!
We bring you a gift!
It`s the head of your emissary!
This is our answer to your proposal for peace!
Take it inside and present it to your King!
And tell him that this is Goguryeo`s fate!
Let`s go!
Blasted bastards! Stop right there!
Bring back the box.
Your Majesty,
It`s the head of Lord Sun Keom!
How..! How could this be! Say something Commissioner Bu.
Lord Sun Keom is dead.
How could you let this happen not once but twice?
Your Majesty...
Is this you diplomacy? is this peace?
Speak. Answer me!
Your Majesty, I have been a fool!
Give me death,Your Majesty!
Give us death, Your Majesty!
I`ve never felt such rage and indignity!
You have made a mockery of me and Goguryeo!
Your Majesty,
we deserve to die for what we have caused to transpire.
But I beg you to give us a chance to fight the barbarians.
We will do anything this country ask.
Yes, Your Majesty.
The lords of the five puyo clans will open up our grain sheds.
Not only that,
we will send out every able bodied men in our clans
to the front to serve the war.
Give us a chance, Your Majesty!
Your Majesty!Your Majesty!
It`s the Tang army!
They`re about to launch an attack!
What?
There must be hundreds of thousands of them.
It`s the entire Tang army.
They`re trying to take Pyongyang down in one sweeping attack.
The city gate must be protected.
We must stay in our assignend places and stop the enemy from gaining entry.
-Is that clear? -Yes, Supreme Commander!
Look over there!
Warriors of Pyongyang!
For centuries the people of Goguryeo have shown blatant bombast
without restraint claiming to be descendents of Tangun!
For that reason,
the Emperor of Tang has ordered destruction of Goguryeo
and restoration of order on this soil!
Those who surrender will be spared.
but those who resist will face death!
Listen closely,barbarians of Tang!
We Goguryeo, have bestowed abundant mercy
upon Tang as descendants of Tamgun!
But there will be no more mercy for the evil
and villainy of your reckless invasion and killing of the messenger!
Kill them!
Retreat! back to the line!
General!
Great warriors of Tang commence attack!
-Return to your positions! -Yes, sir!
Warriors of Goguryoe, fight without retreat!
Attack!
Defend the city gate!
The gate must not be penetrated!
You don`t stand a chance,you bastards!
Attack!.
Bring down the fort!
Where`s the battering ram? Break down the gate!
Kill the barbarians!
Show them the fighting spirit of Khitan!
What are you waiting for? Ascend the wall!
Those bastards!
General!
-How dare... -General, are you alright?
I`m fine! THis is nothing!
Ascend the wall! Attack!
General!
General, we`ve lost toomany men!
You must oreder a retreat!
Bastards!
There`s no time!
We must retreat or we will be wiped out! General!
Bastards....Those bastards!
Jungsang!
-Jungsang, -What did you learn?
What happened in Pyongyang?
It`s a huge victory!
Tang is losing one battle after another in the continuing fight.
Not just the warriors
but the civilians and the civil officials
have all banned together as one to protect the city!
Incredible!
Goguryeo is once again showing the united stregth it once had!
I want an explanation! (Chang`an)
Goguryeo is like an old dead tree.
Explain this repeated failure in Pyongyang!
Your Majesty.
I beg you to consider your health.
I`m thunderstruck!
From the force of arms to food supply they are inferior by far!
What`s the problem?
Forgive me, your Majesty.
but I`m told all of the royal retainers of Goguryeo
surrenderd their private possessions for the war.
And both the soldiers and the civilians
have banded together as one to defens the fort.
They are trulyrelentless!
Where does this stregth come from?
Goguryeo has bounced back from hopless situations many times.
There`s no telling what might happen if we let this stalemate drag on.
Yes, I know.
We can`t underestimate Goguryeo in the slightest.
There`s a way to destroy them instantly.
Tell us how, Empress!
Use Shilla.
Shilla?
Shilla is yet to fulfill ther duty as our ally.
Our request to attack the southern region of Goguryeo
was returned only with a halfhearted attempt.
What`s more.
Great General Kim Yushin turned around
and returned to Shilla under allegedly reason of poor health.
It`s time you put your foot down and compel them to attack.
The Empress is right!
Why should we alone shed blood for this country?
You`re right!
I urge you to dispatch an emissary immediately.
Get Shilla to move for us, and Goguryeo won`t stand a chance.
Shilla.... That`s the answer!
General Xue, you`re to blame for this!
What? What do you mean I`m to blame ?
You made them stronger with rage because you killed the messenger!
That`s absurd! What`s one man`s life?
General Su Dingfang is right.
That`s what prompted the civil and military officials
of Pyongyang to band togethere.
Everyone had agreed the man should be killed
Didn`t you say that
we should kill the messenger to crush their moral?
-Never! -What are you talking about?
I heard you loud and clear!
General, I`m sorry.
I was the one who said that.
What? You,Hongpei?
Hongpei! You,you....
It seems then I am at fault after all.
I`ll ty to get us out of this deadlock somehow.
Is General Yeon Namseng still keeping to himself?
I think he feels uneasy about attacking Pyongyang.
Are you going to allow him to stay like this?
He has done more for this invasion than anyone.
Let him be.
The warriors are looking at you with eyes of contempt,sire.
Pyongyang Fort is all that stands in your way now.
Alittle more effort and all that you desire can be yours.
I`ve been seeing my father in my dreams every night
Since we got here.
I think my heart might fell lighter
if my father would yell at me.
But...
he clings to me...and weeps.
My father is crying.
The man who kept his poise even at his final moment of death
clings to me and cries like a young child.
Leave me alone.
I just wish Pyongyang would quickly crumble
and this nightmare would stop.
(Pyongyang Fort)
General!
What news did the messenger just bring?
It`s an urgen report from Han Fort. Shilla has begun to move.
An army of two hundread thousand has invaded our land.
and begun to sweep through the southern region.
It`s a matter of time before they reach Pyongyang.
In AD 668, King Munmu of Shilla and his army of 2000,000
would finally launch an assault on Goguryeo.
Shilla army would capture Goguryeo`s second capital Han Fort.
and advance north sweeping through the Hwanghae region.
It would ultimately reach Pyongyang
and join forces with the Tang army.
By:robster38