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Message: <blockquote data-quote="PieAndDragon" data-source="post: 2822670" data-attributes="member: 18108">Waterday, 9th of Ninthmonth, 1533 ERThere were no other attacks this morning. Rest and the healing magics of Sakorat and myself brought several Dog mercenaries and a couple of the guardsmen to conciousness. All the rest are dead. We have piled up the bodies at the other end of the fortress, where the smell will not overwhelm us.Deng ordered us to leave the hydra body in the gateway, giving some sort of barrier in the case of another assault. Among Irenke's equipment was a letter and a magical gem. Deng read the letter, as well as Lukkar, who appears better today. Our leader has kept the gem for safekeeping. Apparently Irenke was guarding it for another. The details are none of my concern.For now we wait. The enemy is greatly reduced in number, with only a couple of giants and a group of siv Long Claw warriors left. However, their leader and the priest is still alive, with their magic now renewed.MiddayA siv herald approached bearing a flag of peace. It offered us a chance to surrender but Lukkar shot it dead. The message was clear but I cannot condone something so dishonourable. My dislike of the goblin grows, but I cannot let that impair my judgment or my duty. Sydnius appears to be bonding with Irenke's wolf, in the way many Northlands warriors do. Anything which helps our current cause is welcome.EveningThe enemy show no intentions of attacking us today. They hang back in their camp, no doubt waiting for reinforcements. They have turned one of the giants into a shambling undead creature. No doubt it was their battle leader. I would expect no better of a siv.Our morale could be a lot worse. The mercenaries and guardsmen are being held in reserve for now, with Zuridah taking the front-line duties alongside the Company of the Valiant Blade. Hilarion is hoping for reinforcements from Southwatch, but I think it unlikely. They will leave us to hold these outposts while they strengthen the defences of Southwatch proper.The two goblins are planning at attack on the enemy camp come dark. It is what they are best at, and Deng will provide some sort of support. Andruga hopes to slay the enemy leader. May the Immortals give them strength.NightSuccess! The enemy have fled. Andruga snuck right into their camp and slew the enemy siv wizard and leader. Deng and Lukkar went out there with him, Lukkar providing support. But it was Andruga's blade that struck the blow. The enemy took little time to pack up tents and flee. For now we will see what morning brings.Otherday, 10th of Ninthmonth, 1533 ERNo enemies have appeared today. Zuridah, Lukkar and Sydnius travelled on a short patrol, fleeing from an enemy group of siv, but nothing more dangerous is apparent.Zuridah is touched by the doom of all tain. She must always keep traveling, or the curse of the night fey will weaken her. It is a dark burden for her race, but they are strong warriors because of it.We took the time to get rid of the bodies today, burning all in a large pyre. We want no chance of them returning as undead. Hilarion still hopes for reinforcements. I hope but do not believe.Airday, 11th of Ninthmonth, 1533 ERIt appears I was wrong. We have been relieved by a force of Southwatch guardsmen and hill giant mercenaries. They are taking our place here and we are ordered to return to Southwatch. Zuridah is to come with us when we report to the Marshall. Hopefully I will not see this place of death and dark memories for many years.AfternoonWe reached Southwatch in good time. Within an hour we had an interview with Marchelleus SouthWatch. A ceasefire is in effect and talks are being held at Greenbarrows among all of the south-eastern City-States. We are to travel among the Marshall's entourage and leave again this day. I prayed to the Green for peace in this land.NightWe travelled fast and light this evening, reaching Southhunt at midnight. There are about thirty of us in total, mostly guards and diplomats. Tomorrow we should reach Greenbarrows, as long as there are no interruptions. Deng and Sakorat suspect an attack at some point. They seem almost keen for more bloodshed.Fireday, 12th of Ninthmonth, 1533 ERWe reached Greenbarrows today, travelling several hours through back roads. There are representatives from Blackwatch, Whiteblade, Eastcastle and Highkeep also here, as well as another small group from Lord SouthWatch. We joined with our allies in the Whiteblade and Highkeep encampment.AfternoonNegotiations go slowly, but they still continue. Several diplomats have approached Deng, Sakorat and Lukkar. They are the most recognised among the Company of the Valiant Blade and we have had many enquiries about our availability for work in the future.Few other representatives have arrived. It appears we were among the last.Earthday, 13th of Ninthmonth, 1533 ERThe talks took a turn for the worse today. The Whiteblade contingent left at midday, unable to find any middle ground with Eastcastle and Blackwatch. The others continue to parley.AfternoonThis afternoon I witnessed the signing of the Treaty of Greenbarrows by the representatives of Eastcastle, Blackwatch, Southwatch and Highkeep. All lands taken by the Blackwatch forces are to be relinquished, up to the river Charm. Eurus HighKeep, due to be Lord after his father's death, currently a prisoner of Eastcastle, is to be released along with his guardsmen.In return Southwatch and Highkeep will withdraw from the war and cease hostilities. Other minor details have also been addressed and some prisoners are to be exchanged.The war between the Tyrant of Eastcastle and Whiteblade will continue to the north. I suspect there will be little fighting until the spring, however.NightWe left early in the evening and are still wary. Messengers bearing copies of the treaty are being sent to the front lines.Waterday, 14th of Ninthmonth, 1533 ERDusk sees us back in Southwatch. The city is celebrating its newfound peace and we will sort out rewards tomorrow. For now I am happy to be alive. The Battle of Southquarry will be something to tell my grandchildren, the Immortals willing.Otherday, 15th of Ninthmonth, 1533 ERWe are being well rewarded by Southwatch for our loyalty. They are providing four prisoners of war as thralls, to be marked for our tattoos. They are also providing us with tattoos by their own master tattooists. I have settled on a Tattoo of Might, to provide me with strengh in battle. We plan to keep the new thralls in the hall of Nightjewel Mansion. We plan to spend some time training, resting and gaining tattoos in Southwatch, however.Fireday, 17th of Ninthmonth, 1533 ERThe spoils of war have been divided and I have acquired a longbow. Sydnius has paid a mapmaker to create him a map of Sohal and the surrounding areas. It was a tidy sum, and the mapmaker may take some months to complete the work. I will be interested to see it when the Horse beastclansman has it.Zuridah has officially joined our group, replacing Irenke on the charter. She had no other commitments and we were impressed by her prowess at the Battle of Southquarry. Andruga and Lukkar have been strangely quiet, but I am sure they are up to no good somewhere. I may advise Sakorat to have one of his lackeys watch them.Fireday, 22nd of Ninthmonth, 1533 ERI still await my tattooing in Southwatch and continue training with the Southwatch guardsmen.Sokorat has gained more loyal lackeys. His followers include a couple of architects, more guards and priests. Two are to stay in Southwatch as his factors here. I wonder how long it will be before he founds some sort of priesthood or guild of his own. Within the year no doubt.Earthday, 3rd of Tenthmonth, 1533 ERWe left Southwatch this morning, with several guardsmen, carts and the thralls. Our destination is Whistlesprings and Nightjewel Mansion.Airday, 6th of Tenthmonth, 1533 ERThe Company of the Valiant Blade returned to Nightjewel mansion this afternoon. The servants and Kwaku were happy to see us again and relieved that we were alive. I let the siv read the journal and he seemed pleased.The thralls have been installed in the hall for now. Sakorat and Kwaku plan on blinding them. While cruel, this no doubt is a necessity. I will have thoughts on a more humane way to keep them securely. They have 5 years until freedom.Zuridah has claimed the cellar and Sydnius plans to track down more animals for his pack. Things return to an illusion of normality.</blockquote>

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