The plan to attack at midnight meant the soldiers hadn't set up a proper camp. Instead, they waited near newly made fireplaces, eating the food they had brought with them. Mostly meat and fruits found within the forest sustained them, providing energy for the nearing war.
Following the king's orders, preparations didn't take long. Within an hour, the cavalry had taken its place at the forefront, with the barbarians leading the infantry right behind. Henry, Olaro, Leier, and the two mages spearheaded the army.
"Olaro, you grab one of them, I will take the other" - Henry commanded, swiftly pulling one of the mages onto his horse. Olaro did the same, pulling the second mage onto his own mount.
