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Shaken by the earth’s current instability, the beasts inhabiting the plains that surrounded his Castle tried to hinder the Barbarian Archduke’s path as their nature was disrupted by the earth’s rage, which they could feel stronger as part of it becoming wilder and brazen.
Nevertheless, thankfully accustomed to the treacherous battles, the savages lost few heads before arriving at the Barbican, whose long and unique road was welcomed by the Guards standing above with growls that although ready to aid their Lord’s back as his group rushed into the walls chased by relentless creatures, also conveyed there was a hint of relief at his arrival, for it meant the earth was to be confronted finally by him who it demanded.
“Welcome back Your Illustrious Grace.”
“… Did you start preparations? I sent Sibbi two nights ago.” — Aslak answered to the welcome a warden gave.