I don’t think the battle is going well… Jezran watched countless people flood through the gates of the estate, seeking shelter from the oncoming force. Many were wounded, some fatally so. Many were from the Wall, which Jezran knew meant the worst. They’ll be here soon. The militia stood guard at the gates, ushering in…… Continue reading Chapter 48: Jezran’s Gambit
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Chapter 47: The Turning Tides
Ears, what ears am I using again? Ari frantically thought as she landed atop the rooftop of the Silver Maré. It was scant, save a table with chairs and a single trapdoor with a ladder leading down into the tavern. The owner of the establishment stood with a few other militia members, waiting for her…… Continue reading Chapter 47: The Turning Tides
Chapter 46: The Dockyard
From the crow’s nest of the Admare, Selene watched the still waters below. Renik sat nearby, filling his pipe with tobacco as they waited. The docks had been quiet all morning. Selene, alongside most of the forces, stood upon the makeshift barricade, made by take large portions of the shipyard and docked ships in order…… Continue reading Chapter 46: The Dockyard
Chapter 45: Stand at the Wall
Preparations were swift, and the people rallied. Soon, Argent and the others were sent to their posts. Argent, surprised to find a past comrade in arms, requested to stand by the Garrison of the Wall with their Captain. Men from the Garrison were already rushing about when he arrived. Some were heading to their posts,…… Continue reading Chapter 45: Stand at the Wall
Chapter 44: Calm Before the Storm
Selene awoke in her cot, gasping for air as sweat beaded down her brow. After a moment spent calming herself, she sighed. It’s the same dream. Every night the same dream. She rubbed the sleep out of her eyes. Past experience showed she would not find sleep again, regardless of the hour before daybreak. Unlike…… Continue reading Chapter 44: Calm Before the Storm
Chapter 43: A Moment’s Solace
As the final details became clear, Merus gathered the people together. Many were still suffering from the dreams, and with Jezran’s absence, they were far worse for wear. The Governor spoke briefly to them with great passion and conviction. Selene did not understand it. It was far removed from a great speech of old. There…… Continue reading Chapter 43: A Moment’s Solace
Chapter 42: Deluge
After the governor was brought up to speed on the situation, work began immediately. The governor quickly made a call to summon all the high ranking members of the Wall to his estate, which appeared to be the central hub of the Hollow. While the population of the Hollow was small, the majority of the…… Continue reading Chapter 42: Deluge
Chapter 41: The Governor’s Estate
Following Selene, the group was able to procure their gear before leaving. All of their items were found in the same condition they left them. Selene was quite happy to return her shortsword and daggers to her side. From there, they parted ways with Renik. It had been several days since his incarceration began and…… Continue reading Chapter 41: The Governor’s Estate
Chapter 40: Sneak Thief
I have no idea how I’m gonna find this key, Selene thought as she carefully crept up the stairs. Back home, I was a pickpocket, not a burglar! All I know about burglary is that you don’t just sneak into someone’s house. You gotta have a plan, and I’ve got nothing! Nothing but… She stopped…… Continue reading Chapter 40: Sneak Thief
Chapter 39: Prison Break
“You want to break out?” Renik said, amused by the bravado, “Not saying I ain’t dreamin’ for the day I get out of here, either, but how do you expect to get out? Break down the door?” Argent thought for a moment, then turned to the monk, “Hamish, can you break down the door?” He…… Continue reading Chapter 39: Prison Break