25 Castle Siege
The castle towers of Belakesh dominated the landscape, looming above the forest like a taunting bully. The allied forces crept forward, concealing themselves within the dense woods. Resonate thunderclaps echoed overhead as the storm neared. Gains gathered with Julius and the others to discuss their plan of attack while the army spread out around the outskirts of the castle to prepare for their assault.
“Looks like the fortress is locked uptight. There are many more lookouts on the walls than the last time we were here,” Lucas said.
“I guess we’ll just have to knock real hard then,” Gains replied.
“Hold on a moment. I think we should approach this with a little finesse,” Julius suggested.
“What did you have in mind?” Bartas asked.
“He will be expecting us, but I don’
