It seems like there's a lack of follow-through.
As for the continuously accelerating losses?
Apart from the stark initial blow, the increase in losses barely caused any noticeable disturbance in the declining trajectory of fortune.
Mistakes naturally arose along with the most obvious visual feedback.
"Haha, I told you, they're just some sleazy insects, how could they possibly withstand the might of the imperial army!
Even with hidden weapons, they're nothing more than fleeting blossoms, vanishing in an instant!"
The beast atop the high platform laughed aloud, masking the fear the swarm of insects had instilled moments ago.
As if their own "ephemeral blossom," which faded faster than the swarm's outburst, never existed.
Completely unaffected by the embarrassing loss of numerous soldiers due to the swarm's scheme moments ago.
"My lord, I believe we still need to be more cautious.
The treacherous insects are sly; they managed to organize just now, so we must remain vigilant."
