[Payne]

Kaiser and Elvita come to the northern gate, the soldiers are already gathered awaiting their orders. Armour once shined, swords once sharp enough to shave with, are now replaced with gore covered men, and pitted steel. These men and women had seen a war this day, yet this was the time of the greatest challenge.

He had to give it to them though, they were ready for more.

Brognar Barrelchest: [Talk] Fer de Priador!

Duston Conners: [Talk] Aye *bangs sword on sheild*

Enough of that, it was giving him a headache. So he and Elvita moved off to be by themselves as they waited. He began to cast upon her again, once again turning her from a former gladiator, to a force. Magic is such a wonderful thing.

Elvita Fierce: [Talk] Thank you, your spells have saved me many times today

Kaiser Signe: [Talk] Let us hope that continues

[Shout] Having spoken to the defenders on the northwest wall -those with less than 10 seasons- Ryech heads off to the north gate to meet with those of 10 or more seasons

Elvita Fierce: [Talk] IT is your safety that truly matters

Ryech Voralt: [Talk] everyone here has seen ten seasons or more?

Elvita Fierce: [Talk] Do you need me here, master?

Hell yes I do

Durn Leonall: [Talk] *salutes*

Ryech Voralt: [Talk] if not, get to the northwest wall. You will not survive otherwise

Duston Conners: [Talk] Aye. *salutes*

He did not want to let her leave his side, and he considered telling the Protector to save his commands for the soldiers. But the fact did remain, what if she did fall? He had no way to watch out for her, and he knew that he would, she had served him loyally. He would be distracted in ensuring she survived the battle. Still, he hated to let her go.

Kaiser Signe: [Talk] Go Elvita, you will do more there

Ryech Voralt: [Talk] we make a counterattack - and end this. now.

Elvita Fierce: [Talk] Okay

He watched her go, and oddly enough, he began to miss her. This victory, and he was determined to ensure this was a victory, would not taste as sweet without her beside him. Alahna was right, he is a softy...

Ryech Voralt: [Talk] ah! cain *gruffly* well met

Vortar "The Mad" Blood of Tharax: [Talk] You count your skulls I'll count mine and we shall see who owes who money!

Cain Darkfist: [Talk] *chuckles*

Ryech Voralt: [Talk] it's about time you show up. We're going to take these bastards down

Cain Darkfist: [Talk] In time for the party, right?

Ryech Voralt: [Talk] indeed when the next attack comes, which should be soon, I want this force laying in wait along the north wall. When I give the command, you are going to drive into the flank of the attacking force and crush them between the defenders on the wall and yourselves

Ryech Voralt: [Talk] *angrily* I want this last wave decimated

And so they went, the force of soldierly elite backboned by the pair of Red Wizards. They sat outside the walls, waiting. The others fought from the walls, keeping the undead focused on them, unfocused on the group ready to slaughter them all.

[Shout] More powerful mercenaries join the attack!

[Shout] But still no command from the Protector...

Kaiser Signe: [Talk] *glances over*

Kaiser Signe: [Talk] It's been an honour gentlemen

Durn Leonall: [Talk] of course friend

[Shout] As Demons join the attack, the command comes to the flanking force: ATTACK!!!!

The group swarm from the northern walls, there was no hesitation, everyone of them ploughing into the army. Steel flashed, spells cracked overheard, undead were split in two, or blasted to a smear upon the cobblestones.

The fighting was vicious, many times the elite force was toe to toe with the undead. In the end there was an eerie calm. Was it the end? Or was it just the beginning?

[Shout] Huge Shambling Undead lumber forth!

Cain Darkfist: [Talk] Wow

Wow was right, massive creatures walked from the fog of war and advanced upon them. Beings comprised entirely of corpses, until they stood taller than the trees, stormed the fighters. They were, in a word, awesome!

But enough gawking, he was here to fight, not take notes. Blades and spells pounded against the creatures, until after what seemed like ages, they fell to massive piles upon the ground.

[Shout] Finally the leaders come forth themselves - undead Deathbringers!

He watched for an opening, he saved spells for just such opposition. Something worthy of his greatest magic, and here they were. The soldiers swarmed over them likes flies on discarded garbage, but there! An opening showed itself, and the Necromancer let loose all he had left.



The Deathbringer exploded when hammered by the multiple empowered orbs of pure magic. Satisfied, he looked for more. Gazing upon the field, he saw the few remaining undead hacked to pieces by the blades of the elite guardsmen. Then soon, the call was heard by all.

[Shout] With the Deathbringers, Death Knights, and Corpse Gathers destroyed, the remainder of the enemy army falls back in a rout!!!

[Shout] The Defenders of Bezantur have done it - the city stands saved!!!

Cain Darkfist: [Talk] Go after them Vortar?

Vortar "The Mad" Blood of Tharax: [Talk] We could....

Durn Leonall: [Talk] *chuckles*

Vortar "The Mad" Blood of Tharax: [Talk] But then who would spread the word....DO NOT FUCK WITH THE PRIADOR!

Cain Darkfist: [Talk] *laughs*

Durn Leonall: [Talk] YEAH!!!

Diego San'draxus: [Talk] *Nods, his eyes glinting*

They fought well, and bravely. He would give them their celebration. Turning he walked back to the wall.

Kaiser Signe: [Talk] *looks up* Any losses?

Brognar Barrelchest: [Talk] *salutes*

Kaiser Signe: [Talk] Elvita? You there?

Did you survive...?

Brognar Barrelchest: [Talk] No we be good Master.

Kaiser Signe: [Talk] Well done then, all of you. You have served Thay this day

[Shout] Ryech sends an invitation to all defenders to meet him, and the grateful Zulkir Aznar Thrul in the square north of the Central Citadel to receive his personal thanks

Dante Reynolt: [Talk] *nods*

Brognar Barrelchest: [Talk] Ey.. da RED says well done all ye!

He smiles at that, appeased with the proud tone of the Dwarf upon the wall. He was going to remove his helm, show his smile to them, a smile born of pride for the valiant fighters. But as he reached for the helm, a Red form approached him.....Maurin.

He was not ready to do this yet, he wanted to enjoy the enthusiasm of those upon the walls. So he greeted the Master Wizard with a smile.

Kaiser Signe: [Talk] That was fun, eh Maurin?

Maurin Greyhand: [Whisper] Kaiser is now the time?

.....shit, here it comes.

Maurin Greyhand: [Talk] Aye, it was.

Kaiser Signe: [Whisper] Perhaps so. If it is sure, don't die on a failed attempt

Maurin Greyhand: [Whisper] Hmmm, I have not yet spoken with Vortar or Cain.

And that was all that was spoken, the two turned and headed for the square. And whatever may come when they got there.