# How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom: Volume 17
## Part I: The Current State of the World
- The Great Tiger Kingdom of Haan
- Defeat of the Gran Chaos Empire
- Emergence as the most powerful human nation
- Split of global power with the Maritime Alliance
- The Kingdom of Friedonia
- Leadership of the Maritime Alliance
- Strategic position against the Great Tiger Kingdom
- Rising tensions between human nations and the Demon Lord's Domain
## Part II: Souma's Dilemma and Decision
- King Fuuga's Proposal
- Request for joint liberation of the Demon Lord's Domain
- Strategic importance of liberating the demon front
- Souma's Considerations
- Risks involved in allying with the Great Tiger Kingdom
- Recognition of the necessity to address the demon threat
- Acceptance of King Fuuga’s offer
- Gathering Intelligence on the Demons
- Efforts to understand the mysterious powers of the demons
- Reports from scouts and informants
- Preparations for military engagement
## Part III: The March to the Demon Lord's Domain
- Mobilization of Forces
- Coordination between the Great Tiger Kingdom and Friedonia
- Deployment of troops and resources
- Strategies for invading demon territory
- First Encounters with the Demons
- Initial skirmishes reveal overwhelming demon power
- Demon abilities surpass expectations
- Adjustments to battle plans
- Key Battles and Turning Points
- Major confrontations with demon forces
- Tactical innovations by Souma and his allies
- Losses and victories in the campaign
## Part IV: Unveiling the Mysteries of the Demon Realm
- Insights into Demon Society
- Exploration of demon culture and hierarchy
- Discovery of hidden weaknesses and vulnerabilities
- Unexpected Alliances
- Potential cooperation with certain demon factions
- Diplomatic efforts to weaken the demon stronghold
- The True Nature of the Demon Lord
- Revelations about the ruler of the demon domain
- Implications for the future of the war
## Part V: Reflections and Resolutions
- Assessment of the Campaign
- Evaluation of successes and failures
- Impact on the balance of power in the world
- Souma’s Growth as a Leader
- Lessons learned from the conflict
- Evolution of his realist approach to governance
- Foreshadowing Future Challenges
- Lingering threats from the demon domain
- Political tensions between human nations
- Plans for rebuilding and stabilizing the region