Armed with this crucial discovery, Allen quickly formulated a detailed battle plan. They decided to divide their forces into three groups: one would be responsible for luring away the army of the Dark Forces, the second would seize the opportunity to sneak into the wizard's castle to capture the Magic Gem, and the third would serve as a reserve force, ready to provide support at any moment.
Allen gathered the members of each group together and laid out their assignments with a solemn expression. Tasked with drawing away the enemy troops was a group of battle-hardened warriors; they rode fine steeds, wielded sharp weapons, and their eyes gleamed with determination and fearlessness. Looking at them, Allen said, "Your mission is the most perilous. You must create as big a commotion as possible, draw the enemy's main force toward you, and create an opportunity for the team infiltrating the castle." Mark, the team captain, patted his chest and assured him, "Don't worry, Allen. Even if it's down to the last man, we will complete the mission."
The team responsible for infiltrating the castle, meanwhile, consisted of members skilled in stealth and magic-breaking. Among them was a female mage named Lily, who was proficient in all sorts of concealment magic. She softly said to the others, "The castle is full of mechanisms, and magical traps are countless, but I believe that as long as we remain careful and cautious, we will surely find where the gem is located." The others nodded one…
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