In the darkness, Tinuma Castle was in complete chaos.
The defenders never expected the moat, palisades, and the first layer of walls to fall so easily—they were forced to retreat to the nearest rock fortresses and residences, using these as bases to continue resisting, while calling for reinforcements from the rear to hurry over, hoping they might still be able to drive the enemy out.
In short, even though they'd been caught off guard and the Wanjin Army's firepower was fierce, the defenders still had the will to resist.
Thus, amid the raging flames, a fierce assault and defense erupted at the foot of Mount Tinuma. The defenders were familiar with the terrain, had laid out defensive works and various traps in advance, and on top of that, the rock fortresses and arrow towers rained down arrows and stones, controlling the roads from above. Even though the Wanjin Army were better equipped and trained, their advance was repeatedly stalled for the moment, with continuous casualties.
