My archers released one volley after another in quick, practiced succession. The sentries that were left on top of the remaining sections of the wall didn't have anywhere to run and were swiftly taken care of in the downfall.
After half a dozen shots, I signaled for my men to cease fire and approach the city. In silence, my entire fleet pulled onto the sandy riverbanks. I jumped out of the longboat as soon as it was possible.
My boots crushed the sand beneath my feet, and I took off running. I could hear all of my warriors following and I sprinted even harder, ready to meet the army of Ravenrath in their footsteps.
The woods echoed with the quiet growls of menacing beasts and I looked to my right only to see a deep red glow amongst the trees. I swallowed heavily.
