[center][h3]Battle Of Dragonrage Pass[/h3][/center] [hr] ~[@Eisenhorn], [@Sho Minazuki]~ [u]Sordan's[/u] quick and clean dispatching of Varjan Warriors did not go unnoticed by Gnazgraz. The Varjan Warlord readied with his Steel Lance tight in his grip. When [u]Sordan[/u] made the first strikes, Gnazgraz was ready to block and parry them. Alas for the Warlord, he had not seen [u]Jerod[/u] coming for him also and was taken by surprise. His defense faltered and both [u]Jerod[/u] and [u]Sordan[/u] hit his wrists and arms, forcing him to drop his weapon. [u]Jerod[/u] then finished him off with a thrust from a Silver Sword into his ribs. Life left the Varjan Warlord as he fell unto his back. Gnazgraz the Gladiator was no more. The Varjan Warriors around all looked at awe. Their mighty leader was felled. They thought him invincible, unbreakable. Their shock was taken advantage of. Prince Alfonse and the others along with some stragglers renewed their fighting vigor and soon, some of the Varjan Warriors have begun to rout and run. The line was broken. Meanwhile, the Archaneans chasing the group were also routing with their Paladin leader nowhere to be seen. Presumably dead considering the Soldiers were running. "[color=crimson]This is our chance! Come on! LET'S GO![/color]" Anna yelled at the top of her lungs so all her allies could hear her. [hr] ~[@Zaphander]~ [quote=Danica]"I'll gladly accept your surrender if you tell your men to stand down and let us pass!"[/quote] The Paladin, despite being disarmed from your attacks, bellowed. "[color=aba000]NEVER![/color]" He charged once more but you were ready to dance around him and continued whittling him down. However, there was no need for that for a bolt to the throat ended the Paladin threat for you. Looking over, you see a large Dwarf with a crossbow. It was clear that it was he who shot your opponent and he only nodded to you before running off. You have no idea why a Dwarf would help you but perhaps that was a question for another time considering the present. The Archanean Soldiers noticed that their leader was gone. Dread and fear filled them and their ranks faltered. Soon enough, the Soldiers began routing and running, ending their threat to... whoever they were attacking. "[color=crimson]This is our chance! Come on! LET'S GO![/color]" You hear the woman you recognize as the renowned merchant Anna yell at the top of her lungs. You see a good number of people run past a broken line of Varjan Warriors. You went with them since it was your objective to escape the battle anyway. [hr] [hr] [hr] ~[@Eisenhorn], [@Sho Minazuki], [@Zaphander]~ The group ran as fast as they could until the sounds of battle could no longer be heard. They had succeeded in escaping from the chaotic battle. Entering a nearby forest, they settled in a clearing that had a convenient stream to drink from and clean. "[color=mediumorchid]Well now... I have to admit in all my travels, I never expected something like that.[/color]" The dark mage woman said. "[color=mediumorchid]Also, Emma! What were you thinking just charging in like that?! You could've been seriously hurt?[/color]" She scolded the pegasus rider. "[color=red]Eheehee... I'm sorry, Shade.[/color]" The girl named Emma sheepishly laughed. "[color=red]I thought I could take out the Paladin with a surprise attack.[/color]" She explained. "[color=red]But hey, it's all right. This kind, brave woman over here saved me.[/color]" She motioned to [u]Danica[/u]. "[color=red]Hey thanks by the way.[/color]" It was then that Prince Jarde rose. "[color=ivory]No doubt this would reverberate all across Arcadia. War would officially be declared between the League and the Dwarven Kingdoms.[/color]" He spoke, referring to the battle earlier. "[color=ivory]As the prince of Elibe, I cannot let this happen. Elibean, no, innocent lives will be lost in this war.[/color]" The prince declared. "[color=ivory]I don't know about you guys but I'm going to Elibe and try to explain that this battle was but a misunderstanding and not an act of aggression. Hopefully my parents will listen and try to spread the message across the Council Of Royals.[/color]" "[color=mediumblue]I shall do that as well.[/color]" Prince Alfonse stood up. "[color=mediumblue]Me and Sharena will return to Askr and explain to the Zenith Union what had happened so that they do not go to war under false pretenses.[/color]" He then looked at Jarde. "[color=mediumblue]With both of us being princes, I am confident we can sway the entire League from declaring war against the Dwarves and plunging Arcadia into bloodshed.[/color]" "[color=gold]Let's hope the Dwarves are in a talking mood after that.[/color]" Princess Sharena then spoke. "[color=gold]Not to mention Varjo.[/color]" "[color=mediumorchid]A misunderstanding huh?[/color]" The dark mage named Shade repeated Jarde's words. "[color=mediumorchid]It's obvious that whatever caused that battle was not the Dwarves betraying the League or vice-versa. Someone instigated that in order for the League and for the Dwarves to war against each other. But who could wish such a thing?[/color]" Shade explained. "[color=mediumorchid]The Terrors? Undead? Are they even capable of that?[/color]" "[color=red]Sounds like someone needs to embark on an adventure to find out.[/color]" Emma suggested. "[color=red]We'll probably start in Valentia or Archanea. I bet it's those stupid Varjans though.[/color]" "[color=RoyalBlue]What about us, hon?[/color]" Jake asked, sitting beside the merchant. A comforting smile upon his face. "[color=crimson]...I'll do what I do best, I guess.[/color]" Anna replied. "[color=crimson]Run around Arcadia, sell stuff. I bet I could make a killing selling weapons and potions under these tensions.[/color]" She explained weakly. "[color=royalblue]You're such a bad liar.[/color]" Jake remarked but after a raised eyebrow from the merchant, he added. "[color=royalblue]...Under stress.[/color]" "[color=ivory]What about you, guys?[/color]" Prince Jarde then asked those remaining. "[color=ivory]We are going our separate ways. I'm not sure if you've any business to do but you are welcome to come with us.[/color]" "[color=mediumblue]Or us.[/color]" Prince Alfonse stood beside his sister Sharena. "[color=red]Or us.[/color]" Emma stood up with Shade beside her. "[color=crimson]Or us.[/color]" Anna and Jake stood up. "[color=crimson]Although, I'm serious about us running around Arcadia okay?[/color]" It was time to choose. But this choice must not be taken lightly for there may be no turning back from the chosen path.