Siege of the Radiant Heart
Siege of the Radiant Heart by Giantkin | 23/07/187
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Location: Radiant Heart Auxiliary, Nexus Falls
Date: 23/07/187
Involved Parties: Radiant Ringbearers and Allies
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Overview
Hordes of giants, ogres, and ettins sieged the Radiant Heart Auxiliary and we defended it successfully.
Squence of Events
While gathered for a ringbearer moot in the upper floor of the Auxiliary, we were interrupted by the sound of war drums on approach outside. We began to prepare for investigation when, suddenly, a great boulder came careening through the glass window and wall.
A group was sent to scout all entries, but we found the culprits at the front gate: a force of ogres, ettins, and hill giants in considerable numbers.
The enemy attacked in many droves and the first breach was nearly achieved at the gate. Henry Paternell took the forward positioning to direct defenders, and I remained at the bridge with the vanguard to hold the choke.
Minerva De'Arte and El'Laxus Lavindeep's powerful healing and the grit of our force, combined spellwork and arrows from our ranged positions enabled us to repel successive waves.
The fighting was fierce and prolonged. Several of our company sustained grave injuries but none were lost outright, owing to timely healing and the quick actions of our peerage.
Just as our defenses were beginning to flag and our might all but waning against the continued onslaught, we were relieved by reinforcements at the rear of the foe.
House Mercer arrived in a powerful charge up the road and broke the ranks of giants with a concentrated push that thwarted the enemy's momentum. With their support and the subsequent arrival of House Seltigar too, the giant Chieftain fell, then the ettins and the giants withdrew rather than face further losses.
We left the carcass of their leader on the bridge so all might see what victory had transpired that day.
During the siege, there was a concurrent attack by assassins in the caves, of which there will be a second report made to detail that account.
The Auxiliary stands, though scarred and battered by the giant's boulders. Fortifications require immediate repair, and our supply stores are diminished from the defense. On the remains of the Chieftain we found a note detailing their battle plans, though it seemed to be contrived by a more intelligent hand.
Their numbers and boldness suggest this was a raid incensed by an outside party, one we have yet to discover.
Closing Thoughts
The Radiant Heart Auxiliary has faced another trial and endured, and I would be remiss if I did not commend all those who stood in harm's way to defend her hallowed grounds. Their courage and unity under fire remain unbroken, and I am truly privileged to have stood at their side through this latest assault.
I recommend immediate reinforcement of the auxiliary with soldiers, as well as a detailed look into improvements that can be made to tighten our security and prevent further assaults from striking so deep into our holdings.
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With Vigilant Purpose Unto the End,
Knight Commander, High Watcher, Standard Bearer-
Day 26, Month 7 (Flamerule (Summertide)), 187 AR
Alis Dionadair-Grantz