Perhaps, but this little group is no threat, so I wish to see more before committing to a thing.

She nods.

It is sometime later when the beating of drums becomes apparent. a slow procession wind it's way from the east to the more open valley.
The whole group looks odd until you realize they are all dwarves, thousands of them!.

The castle is obviously preparing for battle and the forces in the villages and town all form up on the road and with draw to a defensible position on a low hill.

It is approaching midday, as the Dwarves move very slowly.

In reply to Master of Fates (msg # 901):

"So, when do we help?" Troels is eager fr a fight...

Lady Highrocks smiles I think we'll not get much chance for a bit, watch how this plays out...

In reply to Master of Fates (msg # 903):

Troels is visibly disappointed, but says nothing.

The bard captures the beat of the dwarven advance as she starts musical composition.

As you watch the slow development of the Dwarven attack something moving in the sky to your left catches the eye, it's a flash of a reflection, but obviously something is there ... dots appear.
Lady Highrocks starts to giggle  They did come, God help those poor fools.

You can just start to make out wings flapping on the dots which are growing larger as they approach.

In reply to Master of Fates (msg # 906):

"Birds don't reflect sunlight...dragons?"

Indeed, five extremely large dragons become clearer as they close  in. One dives for the castle tower while the others spread out behind the Baron of Mershall's formed men and close.
The alarm goes up as they are noticed and pandemonium break out, added to by the dragon's flaming breath.  The people on the castle tower are among the first to be enflamed by this act.

Well Captain,I think we should go down and help now. Lady Highrocks announces loudly.

Troels does not need a second invitation....

Roahfustion looks at Blythe and, indicating Troels, says, "I suppose we should go along too. To look after him." She smiles, knowing full well Troeld is sufficiently lethal on his own.

Yes, and our slings may be of us as well.  Likely will need to control Troels some least he kill everything in reach.

She nods theatrically.

The whole group leaves two guards and the remainder heads down toward the fleeing  soldiers of Mershall.
The Soldiers avoid any armed group and keep retreating, the leaders try to get them into some sort of formation, but the dragons attacks any formed unit with a vengeance.
The soldiers with bows fire up at the dragons to try and ward them off, although not too successfully.

The nearest group of 300 or so soldiers with bowmen is about 100 yards/meters away.

In reply to Master of Fates (msg # 913):

Troels will head down with them, his crossbow on his back and pickaxe and shield in hands. 300 or so is enough to go round...he will walk, and save his energy for fighting, evaluating who the leaders are that present the most threat.

The leaders are no threat, they are trying to get control of what is rapidly becoming a mob ... the Dwarves are moving faster and the Dragons are attacking the larger groups to break them up into uncontrollable flight.

As you approach, most of the soldiers move away, but two decide to block your advance. Each has a sword, shield , metal helmet and Chain maille Byrnie. Both have greaves on as well.

Blythe flings a sling stone at one of the leaders, it's not very effective but sure gets his attention.

OOC- Apologize for missing a day ... Not top notch yesterday.

Roahfustion sings a little upbeat martial ditty and rest a hand on Troels' shoulder just before he advances.

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OOC: 19:32, Today: Roahfustion rolled 9 using 3d6.  Shield 12 on Troels
Troels gains the benefit a Shield 1 spell.

In reply to Roahfustion (msg # 916):

Troels will swing at the head of the first, gauging the capacity of these individuals...

Alf missed as he saw your blow coming and ducked away... The second fellow, Bud,  now moves up to your left side.

In reply to Master of Fates (msg # 918):

Troels focussed on bud for the next attack, swinging his pick at the torso as he prepared to retreat out of the way of any attacks.

Roahfustion equips her shield and then fastdraws her rapier and then moves to flank Alf.

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OOC: 23:47, Today: Roahfustion rolled 10 using 3d6.  Fastdraw rapier 12
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Alf uses his  shield to face Roahfustion while swinging at Troel's right arm.

20:34, Today: Master of Fates rolled 12 using 3d6.  Alf - Dodge.  -  Not effective

20:33, Today: Master of Fates rolled 11 using 3d6.  Alf - swing     - hits

Bud swings High for Troel's head

20:36, Today: Master of Fates rolled 8 using 3d6.  Bud swings

20:38, Today: Master of Fates rolled 17 using 3d6.  Bud defense.

In reply to Master of Fates (msg # 921):

Does not look good for either of them. Troels made both his dodges and Bud critically failed his dodge, so he gets an armour-peircing pick to the vitals, 6(2) imp damage at least.

Roahfustion tries to skewer Alk. Her main purpose is to distract him from attacking Troels.

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OOC: 09:02, Today: Roahfustion rolled 11 using 3d6.  Parry with retreat 14
OOps just ralised Alf wasn't attacking Roahfustion. Going to use the roll for attack (rapier 15) instead (and will do so if similar occurs again)
09:18, Today: Roahfustion rolled 4 using 1d6+2.  Rapier damage swing

4 cutting damagae, Armour factor (2) to Alf