"The Ming Army is mighty! The Ming Army is mighty!"
Faced with the endless charges of Sun Long, a roar of battle intent erupted from the ranks of the White-Pole Army.
In a brief moment, the two sides collided.
Although both sides were comprised of elite troops, the weaponry of the White-Pole Army was superior. Their arms had evolved from long spears, with a bladed iron hook added to the shaft, and heavy iron rings attached beneath the hook.
The long spear could be used for thrusting, while the hook could be used to snag an opponent's leg. Once caught by the hook, the White-Pole soldiers would drag the enemy in close and hack them to death with their blades. This weapon was also remarkably effective against heavy infantry. Because heavy armor was thick and cumbersome, it was difficult for a soldier to break free once their legs were snagged. Once these heavy-armored soldiers were dragged to the ground, the White-Pole soldiers would use the iron rings beneath the hooks as blunt instruments, smashing them fiercely into the heads and chests of their victims. Heavy armor could protect against sharp blades, but it could not withstand blunt force.
The Shun Army was currently facing this very situation. As they broke through wave after wave of defenses and reached the White-Pole Army, intending to engage in hand-to-hand combat, they suddenly discovered they were no match for their opponents. The Shun elite were quickly beaten back again.
Li Zicheng grew anxious, urging them on ince…
Chapter 499