Jacob woke up, his body was sore and he was still tired but it was time to go out and update his abilities and skills. He had to clear all his popups first

Level increased to 16

Skills increased...

Block increased to level 10 (Block chance is 10%)

Parry increased to level 9 (Chance to parry an attack is 9%)

Aura of Stalwart Malice increased to level 6 (Increased armor of you and Allies by 16%, enemies receive increased damage by 11%)

Blood Letting increased to level 7 (11% of the damage you deal is received as health)

Energy Blade has evolved into Energy Wave

Name: Energy Wave (lvl 1)

Level: Epic

Cost: 100 Stamina, 50 Health

Properties: Ranged blast of energy (Base damage of Sword x4) in a directed AoE

Description: This blast of energy is channeled through the sword you are wielding at a target at a distance of 4 ft minimum and 15 ft maximum. The Energy wave starts at 1 foot across and expands too 10 feet across (damage will spread and weaken as the wave of energy spreads). The blast can be modified by the properties of the blade itself causing unknown changes.

Nice, time to check the equipment they had acquired.

Name: Elemental Leather set of Summoning

Level: Epic

Properties: Armor 125

Properties: All Offensive magic Damage increased by 25%, Cost decreased by 10%

Properties: Summoned Golems are 15% stronger

Description: This leather set is reinforced with both magic and elements, can only be used by a Kobold

Name: Staff of the Elements

Level: Epic-Scalable (Level-2)

Damage: 20-40 (elemental damage)

Properties: Increases wielders mana pool by 10%, decreases the spell cost of all spells by 5%

Properties: Ability-Firestorm This channeled ability lasts 30 seconds and deals 300-600 damage

Durability: 375/500

Description: This staff was forged by the greater elements and given to the Earth Splitter Tribe, it will absorb 10% of the wielders incoming experience and grow stronger with the wielder.

15 Minor potions of Health (Heals 200-300)

10 Minor potions of Mana (Absorb 200-300 mana)

Potion of Fire Pit X 2

Description: This potion will unleash a 10 ft circular area that will slow down and damage anyone that enters the area (500-1000 Fire damage)

Nice, he wouldn't have to buy health or mana potions for the upcoming battle and the Potions of Fire Pit would be useful. He needed to go see James about updating his warrior skills and look to see what armor or shields were for sale. He also had to make sure his Bonded updated their skills also. As he got dressed Isiah walked in and bowed before addressing him "Good morning mylord, I stopped by to deliver your orders regarding the Sisters of the Damned. We have dispatched reinforcements to Blood Haven. Don't forget the Heart Guard still owes you a debt. If you need us at the fortress we will be there." With that, he bowed again and left. Another ace in the hole to consider if things go sideways.

As he walked into the sparing yard for the Heart Guard, Sgt. Shadowstrider snapped too attention "Executioner are you here to make anyone shorter?"

Jacob smiles at the sergeants' antics, "No. I am here just to upgrade my abilities and see if I can learn anything new." Jacob said.

Shadowstrider looked at him then nodded his head then let out a shout and all Jacob think about was rushing over to the Sgt and ripping him limb from limb...

He woke up on the ground with Sgt Shadowstrider standing over him and smiling at him.

Ability increased: Power Slash (lvl 3)

Description: Increases the damage of your attack by 60%

Ability Increased: Double Slash (lvl 2)

Description: Strikes your target twice, the second strike will do 27.5% more damage

Ability Learned: Battle Cry

Level: Common (Level 1)

Cost: 50 Stamina

Properties: Send out a pulse of energy that attracts all hostiles within 10 feet

Description: Use the primal energy around you to attract and piss off everyone around you (Get over here!!)

He was starting to hate the sergeant lessons, "You enjoy that way too much...Thank you though." With that Jacob left the Sgt and the rest of the guard to go shopping and then gather his people to head back to Blood Haven. He wondered the streets and found a blacksmiths shop and started looking. He found exactly what he needed...

Name: Plated Steel Boots of Endurance

Level: Uncommon

Properties: Armor Rating +15

Properties: Constitution increased by 10

Properties: Speed Increased by 10%

Durability: 50/50

Description: These boots are reinforced with steel and enchanted to increase the wearers' life force.

Name: Enduring Steel Helm of Defense

Level: Uncommon

Properties: Armor Rating +12

Properties: +100 to life and your chance to block/parry is increased by 5%

Durability: 50/50

Description: This helm is made by a master smith and he imbued this helm with his life and will to protect the wearer.

Two upgrades for himself and a couple aces that were expensive but just might turn the tide, he had to get to the main gate and meet up with everyone so he could get to the Blood Haven. Brox and his bonded were standing around and talking as Jacob walked up to them "Brox, I was wondering if you would go to your father and make sure he was aware of what is going on with the Sisters of the Damned and if the Bloodfang Clan is willing to assist in wiping out this threat?" Jacob asked. Brox nodded before turning and pulling out a stone from his pack. As he waited on Brox he pulled out the scroll the Captain handed to him and his quests updated...

Quest Updated: Undead Unrest (Stage 2)

Description: Find the cause of the undead unrest at the Fortress of the Damned and eliminate the growing threat.

Rewards: Unknown

Quest Received: The Damned Shall Fall

Description: The Queen has authorized the destruction of Fortress of the Damned by any means necessary. You have already garnered the support of the Earth Splitter Tribe and the Tomb of Eternal Night has dispatched additional troops to Blood Haven. You have also called upon the support of the Bloodfang Clan too.

Rewards: Unknown

Brox came over "My father has agreed to assist in the destruction of the Fortress of the Damned and will send warriors and shamans to Blood Haven immediately." Jacob smiled and pulled out the scroll of recall for Blood Haven and ported everyone there. They were immediately rushed off the portal pad by the yelling of a Duergar. It was pandemonium, dozens of armor-clad Duergar and Kobolds rushing around like a madhouse. He saw Oren surrounded by several other Duergar and Kobolds. Jacob immediately headed over the Captain to notify him of his return and to know his role in the campaign.

As he walked up one of the Duergar muttered, "Oh great here comes the Full Blood to tell us what to do.."

Oren turned and slammed his fist into the smart ass Duergar in the jaw. "I apologize mylord for Drangs mouth, it is not the first time his mouth got him into trouble."

Jacob laughed before he responded "Don't worry about it. I just planned on asking how I could help and let you know that the Bloodfang Clan was sending warriors and shamans to assist too." Oren smiled and nodded "Well that is good news, then we will wait until the Bloodfangs arrive before we finalize any plans."

About two hours later the Warriors and Shamans of the Bloodfang Clan arrived, 120 heavily armed and armored Orcs and Goblins with a dozen shamans. Between the Bloodfangs, Earth Splitters, and Tomb Guards they had about 700 warriors and about 50 Shamans, Druids, and Elementalists. The Tomb Guards also had several field ballista as well, Jacob was glad he had decided not to try and command this force. He had participated in several large actions but he had never commanded them. The commanders of the various forces were arguing on who should lead and Jacob had refused to take part in the argument for the simple reason that he had no idea how to utilize them or their peoples' abilities. After another 30 minutes of arguing Jacob walked out in disgust "Ok, enough. Someone needs to be in charge, either make a decision and lead this group or we won't be able to deal with the threat to our people." With that, Jacob walked out...

Oren followed him out "Sorry my lord, this is one of the problems when you bring new allies together. It will be a little rough going until we learn to work together. I am sure eventually we will." Jacob nodded his head in understanding before the Duergar went back inside to continue the argument with their allies.