Re: The Orc Battle - Battle Begins
You hardly notice the dawn when it arrives. Out your window, the skies are overcast, and the clouds are low.
The central square of the compound is awash with activity. Troops are being rounded up, weapons handed out, and people sent to various quarters, where they will exit the compound and line up to fight in the upcoming battle. You will only see a tenth of the battle or less from your remote area east of the compound in the gorge.
Your troops and ballista are ready to be taken out. Krugoth is in the center of the square barking orders, but he approaches you as you come fully dressed for battle.
"Since Pamaran is locked up, I have no extra generals to give you strategy guidance. I hope you are well prepared to defend against the orcs. We expect the first wave to begin just before noon. We hope the battle to be over by nightfall. You had better get started. The east wall you are defending is about a mile from here."
Krugoth gives you an ox to pull each war machine, in addition to the earthrocs. The dwarves are all very well trained at flying the earthrocs (no penalties).
OOC: This is not to rush you, but this is to get the roleplaying back on track. Much of your strategy calls may be best done on the field anyway.
I will place markers where your traps are laid. Please indicate the coordinates of each and what they are (caltrops, beartraps, etc.)
Side note: Nimith was actually innocent, but since you had him locked up, he will not be able to assist you in the battle.