Red_Skin_Duck

In the age of Universal Awakening on the Azure Sphere, a myriad of races and gods coexist. 
Devils, dark gods, and monsters descend upon the mortal realm, only to be met by the Awakened.
Howard, during his Awakening Ritual, discovers dual talents— F-rank Mana Recovery, and the supreme talent: Supreme Synthesis. 
He keeps a low profile, hiding as a 'common magus.'
Through countless acts of synthesis, he forges supreme artifacts, supreme skills, and supreme classes! 
Fireball synthesis... Ding! Synthesis successful, attaining D-rank skill— Fire Serpent! 
Fire Serpent synthesis... Ding! Synthesis successful, attaining B-rank skill— Fire Python! 
Fire Python synthesis... Ding! Synthesis successful, attaining S-rank skill— Dragonfire!
When devils invade and dark gods descend, they are left slack-jawed by the Azure Sphere before them. 
"No, this is a trap... a trap disguised as a mere cupcake!"

Talent Awakening: I, the Weakest Awakened, Start with Dragonfire Spell

Bosiden suggested a direct and unambiguous course of action: Howard should pay the mercenaries to confront Mibo. Such a strategy promised a swift and decisive end to the conflict, leaving no room for uncertainty.

Throughout his discourse, Bosiden repeatedly mentioned Duke Ferald, citing several of the Duke's illustrious battles to underscore his point.

If they did not employ mercenaries, Bosiden intimated, the stability of their campaign could not be guaranteed.

Seeking another perspective, Howard summoned Vettel.

Vettel echoed Bosiden's sentiment.

While acknowledging the benefits of fortifying their castle, he pointed out the immediate ineffectiveness of such an endeavor.

Upgrading buildings was a time-consuming process, requiring many days of laborious work by numerous workers.

Even after enhancing the barracks, there would not be an immediate substantial increase in their military strength.

Chapter300-Mercenary