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[i][indent][indent][indent][indent][indent][indent]With the fall of Garleton, Alnard and those he could help evacuate, flee for the Reynes border, and take up temporary camp north of Gareth, towards the village of Galehaut. Within a week, news of the Empire’s capital of Edinburgh falling to Lyonesse sweeps the continent, however despite their victory, they show intent to also take Alnard, demanding that the Reynes forces hand him over, or suffer the same fate.

They refuse however, and instead Alnard decides that he should help bolster their defenses against the Lyonesse army. A fortress currently occupied by bandits resides in the northern mountainside, which should serve as a good stronghold to fortify the border. And so he would put whatever resources he had to achieve this goal. From hereon-out, Alnard's goal was clear. To reclaim his homeland.
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[hr][table][row][b][color=red]Alnard Val Lothian[/color][/b]
[i][b]Base Camp south of Galehaut[/b][/i][/row][cell]

The temporary base camp was... Serviceable. Everything was out in the open, somewhat exposed. However they were safely behind Reynes forces, so it was only to function as a base for their operation to take the fort east of them. It was tucked up in the mountains, and had a grand view. Currently home to bandits, it seems that it once was a Reynes fortress. What was it's name... Alymere? Apparently it was abandoned when times of peace came around, and such in-depth defenses were no longer needed. Only Gareth was necessary being the lynchpin of the Reynes border. For now, their goal lay to the east of them.

Within the main tent was Alnard, Hadrick, and Gerrian, along with a few other soldiers standing guard. As they were finalizing the tasks that were needed to be done, based on information gathered by Gerrian, they were interrupted by someone at the tent entrance. Alnard signalled to let him in, and to his surprise, it was not a Reynes general. He recognized this garb, someone from one of the Lothian churches.

He wore the red and white that was normal for Lothian cardinals, a relaxed yet stern expression, one eye hidden behind the black lense of his rectangular and sleek glasses, with a scar running down it. One can only assume he lost his eye and hides it as a result. He bowed courteously as he introduced himself,

[color=fff79a]"My lord Alnard, I am Arcturus, the Cardinal of the Red Cup of the Lothian faith. I was among those rescued at Garleton. My presence was not to be known, but seeing as how the Empire has fallen as it has, I figure my original mission is no longer... Valid. If you require to know what that is, it was retrieval of an artifact, but I cannot divulge the details. For now, I am here to offer to you my services as a man of faith. If military matters require my attention, I am a skilled mage in all manner of magical arts milord"[/color], his voice was rather soothing, yet those who had a more hardened sense of people may be less inclined to feel comfortable around him. Gerrian in particular did not seem too approving of him.

[color=9e0b0f]"I'm sure many of the soldiers would be relieved to have someone of the church here. We need all the help we can get, so I am glad we can add a Cardinal to our forces. I'll ask the men to prepare a tent for you to hold services"[/color],

[color=fff79a]"That would be ideal milord. I must ask, I take it your wish is to retake the Empire's territories?"[/color],

[color=9e0b0f]"Of course. But first we must aid those who have aided us"[/color],

[color=fff79a]"Ah yes of course. The people have Reynes have always been a very open bunch, and a strong-hearted one. I see, very well. For now, if there is anything required of me, please, do not hesitate to call upon me"[/color], with that, the cardinal bowed out. After a few short moments, Hadrick voiced his concerns.

[color=598527]"Milord, the Arcturus man... I have heard of him. Yet there is very little anyone knows of him. Is it wise to trust him?"[/color], he seemed to be trusting his gut on this.

[color=0054a6]"There is little to worry in trusting him. He is still among his dubious deeds, known to be loyal to the Lothian Empire. However I do not like him. A familiar dishonesty rings in his voice to me"[/color], Gerrian seemed to be well-informed on the man.

[color=9e0b0f]"Well, as I said earlier, we need all the help we can get... For now, let us focus on the task at hand. I think... The deadline was one week. That fort must be under our control in one week. Lyonesse forces are projected to be ready to attack the border in two, or three at most, but we cannot hope they will be the slowest among estimations. Well, we have our tasks, please, see to them"[/color], with that, the meeting was adjourned, and all returned to their posts.

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[/center][u]Class[/u]: Spell Lord
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