11:15 PM.
Just as the weather forecast had indicated, it was a moonless, pitch-black night. Even though everyone knew that darkness wouldn't blind their enemy's eyes, any bit of uplifting news was invaluable to their spirits in these final moments before the decisive battle.
The site, illuminated by countless Magic spotlights, bustled with activity as everyone hastened their work. Magicians and technicians periodically reported progress, while the exhausted logistics soldiers and the assisting magicians guzzled stimulant potions and hurriedly moved to their next summons.
As everyone gave their all in preparation for the final battle, only a few could afford the luxury of idleness. And those few were destined to bear responsibilities others could scarcely imagine.
Clutching their substitute coffee (toasted peas + dandelion root powder, not even a rat would drink), the young men and women gazed up at the tranquil night sky.
