Galloping horses move away from the ambush scene. A short distance down the road the riders take a beat path halting at a large clearing where they dismount. "I guess we are safe here, tell us what you know of the so called hallowed grounds." Tolis says. The group listens intently as Resper briefly explains the mystery of the ancient hallowed grounds. "Since primeval time it has been said that decisive battles are furnished in the hallowed grounds. This is said to be a place in the far north where wizards call up the spirits of doom to fuel their drive. It is believed that this evocation makes the armies extremely formidable." She explains in a tense voice. The tension grows palpable as the members of the group contemplate the implications of such a place. "I think it is time to

