The way the audience talks makes it seem as if no one knew who was going to be appointed, which seems kind of weird. But I understand it's a shortcut for the story to not have to include that commentary in a different scene.
"Even with this many people, he doesn't even look a little nervous."
Most people with any experience in front of a crowd won't look nervous. And it's not that many anyway. It's more about how many important and powerful people there are, but considering his position, he should be used to that by now.
Ambition, to a degree, is good. But when it starts to overwhelm other things it can get out of hand.
He's got a point, though. And it's better to be prepared in case something does go wrong or become difficult.
Sure, forgot. But to be fair, it is his job to ensure the strength of the army.
Changing the leader doesn't affect the running on the ground level much, unless said leader introduces drastic changes or something major happens. But the leadership and personnel structure below the top leader should be enough to handle the vast majority of issues.
That suit looks rather modern.
Yeah, he's been sticking his fingers into too many pies to even pretend he's just a moocher.
Charcoal isn't particularly small, but it is relatively lightweight, so it's definitely better to burn it before transporting.
Nice to see he has some modern sensibilities. And it really took people quite a while to learn that lesson. And multiple tries.
"I hope my existence isn't affecting the world too much."
So how 'bout them marbles and spreading magic tools all over?
And the Twin Kingdoms Royals were just discussing a possible invasion from the Northern Continent so having a powerful military will be beneficial.
But they don't know that yet. If they did, they'd probably be more accepting of his ambitions, since they are in the right direction for that.