King's Dream
The Wae court sent 1,000 battleships with 27,000 soldiers to help the Baekje rebels.
1,000 battleships with 27,000 soldiers?
I am going to battle to suppress Bu Yeopung and his army.
I am appointing the daegakgan as the commander.
Use all your efforts in suppressing the Baekje rebels.
The soldiers coming from Wae were not drafted by force.
They are Baekje people who volunteered for the revival of Baekje.
If they join forces with Bu Yeopung's army, the situation is going to be harder than
when the former king received king Uija's surrender.
You should ask the Tang army to send more soldiers.
I will do that.
I am going to have to use all our national power if I have to for a victory.
The Baekje rebels must never rise again.
I am appointing Heumsun and Pumil as the left and right commanders.
After you go to the royal shrine, lead the iron soldiers to Sabiseong.
I will do that.
I will show the Wae army the power of the Silla iron soldiers.
This could end up being a marine battle.
Yewon and Yangdo, check the training of the naval forces.
Yes, sir.
Prince, work with the Tang command, so the Silla and Tang soldiers don't fight.
I will do my best.
Commander, you wanted to drive out the Tang army.
Why are you asking for Tang soldiers?
I am only keeping my promise to the former king to maintain
the alliance until Goguryeo is conquered.
If Silla is in command, the Tang army will have to obey our rules.
I am accepting Su Dingfang's recommendation
to appoint you as the general of the right.
Go as the Ungjin governor and suppress the Baekje rebels.
Establish a foundation for us to go to battle against Goguryeo.
Yes, Your Majesty.
Heavens, you sent a winged steed to establish Silla.
I am heading to battle
to unify the Three Kingdoms.
Watch over me, so I may annihilate Bu Yeopung's army and
save the people of the Three Kingdoms from battle for a peaceful reign.
Watch over Kim Yusin and the twenty-eight generals, so they may achieve a victory!
This is going to be a final battle to completely conquer Baekje.
We must achieve a victory to unify the Three Kingdoms.
We will give you our full loyalty, so that you may achieve
the cause of the former king.
Glory for unification of the Three Kingdoms!
Glory!
27,000 soldiers from Wae will arrive at Gibeolpo in three days.
The advance troops will arrive tonight with weapons and military rations.
Chungseung, go and greet them.
Your Majesty, 170 battleships sent by the emperor of Tang
already arrived at Deongmuldo.
The king of Silla is leading an army of 20,000 here to Sabi.
You should plan measures.
There is no reason to fear the Silla-Tang army.
The reinforcements coming from Wae are loyal Baekje soldiers who volunteered.
They will not let the Silla-Tang army have Baekje.
I will use their loyalty to drive out the Silla-Tang army.
If reinforcements from Wae arrive in Baekje,
there will be a battle against the Silla-Tang army.
Shouldn't we send soldiers to help Bu Yeopung?
Your Majesty.
This victory is important enough that it will decide the future of the Three Kingdoms.
But Goguryeo should not become involved.
Why do you say that?
No matter who wins this battle,
Silla, Baekje, Tang and Wae will all lose much national power.
If we train soldiers and accumulate military rations while they restore their power,
we should be able to earn some time to prepare for any attacks.
The true victor of this battle will be Goguryeo.
Silla camp near Sabiseong
This will be an opportunity to annihilate the Baekje rebels.
We must overcome any discord of the past and achieve a victory.
We will join the Silla army to achieve a victory.
The emperor sent 170 battleships with expectations of a victory.
The Tang army will do its best for a victory.
Bu Yeopung will join the Wae army of 27,000 and advance here.
If we attack his main base, Juryuseong, before that, we should be able to
achieve a victory quickly.
We don't know where the Wae soldiers will be coming from.
Won't we be putting ourselves at risk if we leave Sabi to attack Juryuseong?
The Wae army will enter through Gibeolpo, then join Bu Yeopung's army.
They will be exhausted from the long boat ride.
We will have a marine battle before they land.
We can have the iron soldiers attack Bu Yeopung's army.
Your Majesty.
The advance troops of Wae with military rations arrived at Baekgang.
Transport the military rations and weapons to Juryuseong.
You came a long way.
His Majesty is waiting for you at Juryuseong.
Let's go see him.
I am overwhelmed with your loyalty to revive Baekje.
You might be paid by Wae and living in Wae, but you didn't forget you have Baekje blood.
Your loyalty will be a seed for the revival of Baekje.
We will give our lives for the revival of Baekje.
The king of Silla is in Sabiseong.
I am going to defeat the Silla-Tang army and recover Sabiseong.
Chungseung, join the reinforcements and command them.
Land at Baekgang in three days.
I will greet them with the revival army and advance to Sabiseong.
General, it's the enemy.
We have no chance of defeating them at this time.
We have to get out of here.
Increase the speed.
Increase the speed!
The enemy ships are fleeing.
Do not let them get out to the ocean!
Increase the speed!
Shoot arrows!
Increase the speed!
Retreat.
Retreat!
They're very fast.
I'm not sure if 170 of our ships can stop a thousand of the Wae ships.
I'm asking you before we go to battle.
The soldiers must obey the orders of the generals if we want a victory.
Make sure that military discipline is in order.
I'm going to put the commander in charge of the Silla-Tang army.
I also will follow his command.
Lead your soldiers according to his command.
If the Silla-Tang army fights over command like last time,
we will self-destruct before we fight Bu Yeopung's army.
If the Tang army wants to refuse,
the Silla army will fight the Baekje rebels on its own.
Make your decision right now.
General Liu, abide by His Majesty's wishes for the sake of a victory.
General Sun, what do you think?
If you want a victory in this battle, follow Kim Yusin's command.
He is someone to be watched,
but nobody is better than him when it comes to military tactics.
I will abide by the king of Silla's wishes for our cause.
The Tang army will follow Yusin's commands.
Thank you for making a difficult decision.
I will call a meeting. Have all the generals attend.
Bu Yeopung's army and the Wae army will meet at the lower stream of Baekgang.
His Majesty will lead the iron soldiers to attack Bu Yeopung's army first.
General Sun, support him in driving away the rebels.
I will do that.
General Liu, join the naval forces of Silla and stop the Wae ships from landing.
They must be annihilated on the water.
We only have 170 battleships. Can we stop 1,000 ships?
They are fast and many in number,
but they won't be familiar with the tides and wind of Baekgang.
We shouldn't have a problem defeating them if we use that to our advantage.
Since you are so confident, I will trust you and stop them.
Yewon and Yangdo, go on the Tang ship and work with general Liu.
Yes, sir.
Samgwang, join them and make sure the cooperative attacks go smoothly.
Don't worry.
Prefect of Daebang, defend Sabiseong just in case.
I will defend Sabiseong with my life.
If the Silla-Tang army fights as one under my command,
we will suppress the Baekje rebels.
Trust and follow me.
Loyal soldiers who came for the revival of Baekje!
I will advance to Sabiseong for a final battle against the Silla-Tang army.
The Silla-Tang army slaughtered and plundered our people.
I will kill them all for trampling all over our capital and people.
I will offer their heads to our former king.
Descendants of Baekje, you came all the way from Wae to save the nation.
I will fight by your side.
The heavens are with us. We have nothing to fear.
Loyal soldiers of Baekje, fight for your lives to revive Baekje!
We will achieve a victory!
Hurray for the revival of Baekje!
Hurray! Hurray!
Uncle.
Will we really be able to achieve a victory?
Trust yourself.
The Baekje rebels are high in morale,
but they are only fighting for the revival of the royal family of Baekje.
You inherited the former king's cause to save the people of the Three Kingdoms.
We will achieve a victory.
I will suppress the Baekje rebels and finally conquer Baekje.
Your Majesty.
Bu Yeopung is advancing with 10,000 soldiers.
We have to dampen their spirits before the Wae battleships arrive.
I will do as you say.
We will be going to battle soon. Order battle formations for everyone.
Order battle formations!
Order all battleships to prepare for battle.
Yes, sir!
Thank you for accepting the commander's command.
It is an honor to be under the command of someone like Yusin.
As I promised, I will not let a single Wae ship land.
Battle formations!
Be fully prepared!
Yes, sir!
Bu Yeopung!
Your father surrendered to the former king of Silla and declared the fall of Baekje.
Why are you defying Heaven's will and causing battle?
If you lower your weapons and surrender, I will accept you as servants of Silla.
Quiet!
I will annihilate the Silla-Tang army
and kill the king of Silla as a sacrifice for the revival of Baekje.
Fine.
I will show you where the will of the heavens lies.
Attack!
Defeat the Tang ships and land!
Protect His Majesty!
Attack!
Give the order to destroy the enemy ships.
Give the attack order!
The commander gave the order to attack.
Attack!
Destroy the enemy ships!
The enemy is coming. Battle formations!
Attack!
Increase speed!
Shoot arrows!
The Wae ships are fast, but they are small and the wood is soft.
If you smash them with the Tang ships, they should break to pieces.
If 1,000 Wae ships enter Baekgang, they won't be able to turn easily.
If you smash the Wae ships, you should be able to stop them from landing.
Cut the ropes!
Go closer!
Attack!
Go over to the Wae ship!
Kill them all!
Attack!
Daegakgan, the direction of the wind has changed.
The tide is going to change soon.
Order them to attack with fire.
Attack with fire!
The commander ordered an attack with fire.
Give the order to retreat.
Retreat!
Start the fire!
Retreat!
Put out the fire!
How can this be?
This can't be happening.
Put out the fire!
Put out the fire quickly!
Put out the fire!
The Wae ships are burning!
Your Majesty, you have to go.
We will fight here.
My loyal soldiers were annihilated. What's the use of fleeing by myself?
You have to be safe for Baekje to be revived.
Protect His Majesty!
After them!
Commander, it's a huge victory.
Bu Yeopung fled.
Over half the Wae ships burned and the rest retreated.
August, 663.
The Baekje revival army and the Wae army sent as reinforcements
were defeated by the Silla-Tang army commanded by King Munmu and Kim Yusin.
400 Wae ships burned and 10,000 Wae soldiers died.
The battle at Baekgang was the first international war in East Asia
over the territory of Baekje.
The spark for the revival of Baekje lasted for 3 years after king Uija surrendered,
but died that day.
After being defeated, Bu Yeopung sought exile in Goguryeo.
Soon after, the Baekje revival army surrendered and Baekje fell.
The victory at Baekgang will lead to the great cause of ruling Baekje.
I will embrace the drifting people of Baekje.
The rebels who surrendered will be pardoned.
The prisoners of Wae will be returned.
I ask the Tang army leaders to do their best in settling public sentiments.
We will do as you wish.
This is a banquet for all of you, so enjoy it!
I know you have a high reputation,
but after witnessing your fine strategy at Baekgang,
I see why you are the greatest general on earth.
If you could command the Silla-Tang army when we fight Goguryeo,
I am sure we will achieve another victory.
Supreme commander Su respects you, too. He tells us to learn from you.
Of course.
Yusin is the hero of the century.
The former king said he was more important than the throne.
He must be the only general who all the people of the Three Kingdoms revere.
Indeed.
A general only fights in battle with the order of the ruler.
Why are you embarrassing me with praise in front of His Majesty?
We were able to conquer Baekje because of his great cause and judgment.
Nobody can deny that you had the highest merit.
Don't be too humble.
This victory is the result of the Silla and Tang army fighting as one.
I ask that you remember this victory and the cause of our alliance.
To the faith of the alliance!
Let's drink.
Silla palace
Father, congratulations on achieving a victory and conquering Baekje.
Jeongmyeong, I heard you prayed for my safe return and the victory of our army.
I must have achieved a victory and returned safely because of you.
I will continue to pray until the Three Kingdoms are unified.
I heard the commander achieved great merit in battle.
I am relieved that he is by your side.
Me, too.
Why do you have a dark expression?
Do you feel ill? Should I call the doctor?
I'm just tired from battle.
I'll be alright after I get some rest, so don't worry.
Of course.
Yusin is the hero of the century.
The former king said he was more important than the throne.
He must be the only general who all the people of the Three Kingdoms revere.
Indeed.
Your Majesty.
A court meeting has been called.
Before I unify the Three Kingdoms, I am going to fight the Tang army.
Go to Ungjin and annihilate the Tang army!
Yes, Your Majesty.
Uncle, what are you doing on the throne?
Step down right now!
The former king dethroned you because you don't qualify to be a ruler.
He gave me the throne.
How dare you come in here and try to act like the king?
What?
Uncle Heumsun! Byeongburyeong!
What's going on?
Does a mediocre ruler who isn't revered as much as a servant
qualify to sit on the throne?
I will kill you for showing contempt to the throne.
Daegakgan, is something wrong?
You seem to be lost in thought often since you returned from battle.
I should have stepped down from the court when the former king died.
I feel I am stealing the virtues of the king by being in the court.
Why do you say such a thing?
His Majesty trusted you with trust and respect and relied on you.
I know that.
But a servant who is revered more than a ruler raises doubt.
It will cause trouble in the royal family and court.
I am going to step down from the court soon and leave Seorabeol.
~ Wae palace ~ Silla and Wae
never fought in the past 100 years.
The former king sent an envoy to maintain friendly relations.
Why did Wae collude with the Baekje rebels and attack the Three Kingdoms?
I promise Wae will not be attacked as long as it doesn't interfere.
I hope you understand my intentions.
I am returning the prisoners as a sign of my promise.
Your Majesty, do you believe the king of Silla's word?
When the Silla-Tang army conquers Goguryeo,
they will try to conquer Wae.
The king of Silla will keep his word.
Did the daegakgan Kim Yusin agree to this?
It is natural for him to agree because it was the king's decision.
If Kim Yusin agreed, I will believe the king of Silla's word.
Baekje has already fallen.
I will not send anymore soldiers to the Three Kingdoms.
He answered after asking if the daegakgan agreed?
Yes, Your Majesty.
Your Highness.
I heard you had some concerns.
Is it because of the daegakgan?
How did you know?
The former king had the same concerns.
He trusted and respected the daegakgan all his life,
but he was always worried that he daegakgan might commit treason.
He knew it was doubt created by the power of the throne,
but he couldn't control his emotions.
Fortunately, he overcame that doubt and reconciled with the daegakgan.
He was a truly wise ruler.
The former king always said the throne is a high and risky place.
The king has to control his mind first before ruling the court and people.
If you keep that in mind,
I am sure you will achieve the cause that the former king couldn't.
I believe you will make a wise decision.
Your Majesty, the daegakgan would like to see you.
The daegakgan?
Your Majesty, I asked to see you before I waver.
You may speak frankly.
I am old and ill.
I don't think I will be able to support you properly.
I would like to step down from court. Please give me your approval.
How can you ask such a thing?
I can't unify the Three Kingdoms without you.
I will not allow it.
I refuse your request.
I will be an obstacle to your reign if I remain in court.
Find a loyal servant who can support your cause.
Use him as a foundation to conquer Goguryeo and unify the Three Kingdoms.
Please give me your approval.
Do you intend to make me a mediocre ruler?
I wavered temporarily.
It is true that I had some doubt and fear as your reputation grew.
Your Majesty.
But who else could reprimand me when I waver due to greed for the throne?
You were loyal to my father.
Please stay by my side like a huge tree that
stands firm in a storm.
Your Majesty...
I will trust you as father did.