As the Saka Priest incited the crowd with his continuous chanting and agitation, the thousands of Otapan Defending Army soldiers near the city walls became increasingly rowdy. The clamorous noise spread, startling a flock of birds into flight in the mountains.
The agile finches sensed danger, chirping as they flew high into the sky to watch. Below, in the mountain city, the two-legged creatures divided into two distinct groups: one group shouting in disarray, like a converging pack of wolves; the other standing ready for battle, like bears on their hind legs,
Battle seemed imminent. Over a thousand impulsive Otomi Warriors gripped their bows and war clubs, gradually moving their feet, surrounding the Royal Banner at the city gates. Some brandished their weapons, eyes red, loudly taunting the Mexica people.