Siege- 'Reunion'

Arin rushed towards the castle, following the rising column of smoke. Zulkarnash and his minions also quickened their pace to follow Arin.

The woods around the castle were dense, forming a natural barrier for large troops with heavy siege machinery and battle carts to traverse through. The dense tree branches and leaves created a canopy that wouldn't let even the midday sun's bright light penetrate the forest floor. However, there was an obvious clearing around the immediate vicinity of the castle. As Arin and his team reached the clearing, they were greeted by a grisly scene and the pungent smell of burnt flesh, which assaulted his senses and left an indelible mark on his soul. The air was thick with the stench of death and decay, mingling with the acrid smell of burnt wood and flesh.