Prince Rogba swiftly signaled to Ojo, who materialized within the confinements of the northern castle. "Focus on the gate," Rogba directed, knowing the pivotal role it played. Archers were already releasing a flurry of arrows towards the gate. Ojo, within the castle, navigated the airspace unnoticed. The magic users guarding the gate remained oblivious to his presence. With a deft stroke of his sword, he brought them down. Simultaneously, the gate was breached, allowing the forces to charge in. The skirmish erupted as they pushed forward into the castle.
Meanwhile, General had already issued the signal for the armies at the northeast, led by Akin himself, to commence their assault. To their astonishment, the forces they encountered were not Jagud Invaders; evidently, they had received support from another kingdom. Caught in the crossfire, the Fadaka kingdom's armies fought fiercely, battling back to back. Progressing from the north, they were gaining ground, but their triumph was short-lived. The number of elite magic users multiplied, even those wounded are healing , wielding magic to devastating effect. The Fadaka kingdom's forces witnessed a grim spectacle as they fell, one by one. Same at north east, The situation grew dire, forcing Akin and his troops to make a difficult retreat, mirroring the same struggle transpiring in the northeast.
"Some kingdoms are backing the invaders," Akin reported grimly.
"We need allies' help," Prince Rogba emphasized, recognizing the urgency of the situation.
"We must act swiftly before our kingdom falls," the general added. Prince Rogba took charge, mounting his horse and galloping towards the imperial palace.
Back within the palace, a somber discussion unfolded between Prince Rogba and the king, grappling with the harsh reality of their situation. "I heard the war is not benefiting us," the king remarked, acknowledging the dire straits they were in.
"Yes, Father, we need the help of allies," Prince Rogba asserted, understanding the gravity of their circumstances.
"I'll face the war myself; it's nothing to ask for help," the king declared, displaying his determination.
"It's forbidden for you to lead the war; what we truly need is an alliance with Ajé kingdom," Prince Rogba stated, reminding the king of a potential avenue to secure their kingdom's survival.
"But we denied their marriage proposal," the king recalled, pondering the consequences of their past decisions. The stakes were high, and decisions made now could determine the fate of the Fadaka kingdom and its people.
In the midst of this chaos and shifting alliances, loyalties were tested, and the intricate web of power dynamics unfolded. The fate of the kingdom hung in the balance, teetering on the edge of destruction. The complex interplay of politics, magic, and swordsmanship gripped the characters, pushing them to their limits as they sought a way to turn the tide and save their realm from impending doom.