Tomb of Eternal Night

Middle City- Barracks

Garnog Ironbark, General of the Second Legion, and former Warband Captain of the Black Iron Clan inspected both his new home for the next couple weeks, new equipment, and the standard of the Second Legion. The only thing that had not changed in the last couple of weeks was his sword, Ice-Fire. He had been happy in command of a single Cohort at a strategic town, now he was in command of thousands and was responsible for guarding the capital of the Empire of Night.

The Fifth and Sixth Cohorts were already at Bloodhaven settling in there, the Third and Fourth Cohorts would trade out with them at the end of the week. While the troops stationed at Bloodhaven would watch over all the approaches to the Tomb, the rest of the Second Legion would patrol the Tomb and the immediate area. A dozen duties that awaited them and Garnog couldn't wait for the Tomb Guards to get back so he could hand off all the boring duties and get back to the campaign against the Sisters of the Damned. Almost every single member of the Legions owed them a debt that they needed to pay in blood.

Garnog shook his head and concentrated on his current duties as he pulled Ice-Fire from its sheath. He had been issued the blade by his former Commander Brox, upon receiving command of his old Cohort. It was just over 3 feet long, runes had been etched on either side of the blade. A Ruby and Aquamarine had been embedded in the hilt anchoring the enchantments to the blade and giving it both a unique appearance and ability. All the nicks had been fixed by the smiths back at the Fortress of Midnight. Garnog pushed the blade back in its sheath and started strapping his armor and weapons on. He had to report to the king and his advisory council today. It was the only time during the next couple of weeks he had to report to a full council meeting. It was a waste of time, but one of his responsibilities now that he was the General of the Second Legion. Spoiler: Spoiler Name: Garnog Ironbark

Title: General

Level: 52

Constitution: 220 (340)

Strength: 180 (330)

Agility: 35

Dexterity: 40

Intelligence: 30

Wisdom: 25

Leadership: 80

Health: 6,600 (6,800)

Stamina: 3,600 (3,300)

Armor...

Name: Generals High-Steel Plated Armor (Armor Set-Scalable)

Level: Epic

Properties: +500 Armor Rating

Properties: Increase Strength and Constitution by 250

Properties: Decrease Physical damage by 25%

Properties: Decrease Magical damage by 10%

Properties: Garnet of Life (Increase Consitution by 10%)

Requirement: Legion General Rank, Strength and Constitution 130

Durability: 700/700

Description: Specially crafted for those who hold the rank of General within the Legions of the Empire of Night. This armor is a mix of plate, chain, and leather armor to maximize mobility and protection.

Weapon...

Name: Ice-Fire

Level: Epic-Unique

Damage: 100-130

Properties: Increase Strength by 40 and Constitution by 50

Properties: 25% chance to deal 20-40 Ice Damage upon striking a target

Properties: 25% chance to deal 20-40 Fire Damage upon striking a target

Properties: Ability Unlocked: Ire Spark

Requirement: Legion Captain Rank, Strength 100

Durability: 350/350

Description: This modified short sword was forged at the Star Forged Smithy of Possibilities giving it a unique appearance and properties that only the Unique smithy could create.

Note* Ire Spark: Upon striking an enemy, there is a 5% chance of dealing them 500 Fire/Ice Damage (Cooldown 1 Minute)

Shield...

Name: Steel Stripped Dark Oak Legionnaires Shield

Level: Rare

Properties: +150 Armor Rating, +10% Chance to Block Attacks

Properties: Increase Strength and Constitution by 40

Properties: Decrease Magic damage by 5%

Requirement: Legion Captain Rank, Strength 120

Durability: 500/500

Description: This Shield was forged for officers of the Legions to increase their survivability of enemy Mages. Garnog rolled his shoulders to help the armor settle, it still smelled and felt fairly new, but at least it had been painted black like the other Legionnaires. Stepping out of his room a pair of oversized warriors immediately followed him out, both were Berserkers of some sort capable of receiving and dealing massive amounts of damage. Their only purpose in following him was to ensure that he survived long enough to rally any Legion members nearby. Here in the Tomb, it was overkill, but it was standing orders for any command level Legion member to have at least two bodyguards at all times.

Commander Blacktooth jogged up with his minders as soon as Garnog emerged from the Barracks, "I assigned the Seventh and Eighth Cohorts to the Middle City for patrol duty there. The Ninth is spread out watching over the mines and the animal pens. The First is patrolling the immediate area outside the Tomb while the Second is on Patrol duty on the Inner City. The Third, Fourth, and Tenth Cohorts are placed on night duty so they are resting now."

"Understood, those that are not on patrol I want running sword and shield drills. After lunch, I want formation drills run for at least 1 hour. I will be back as soon as I can." Garnog told the other Orc who saluted and moved off. Garnog was not looking forward to the meeting, but he understood that it was part of being in the position of General of the Second Legion.

Underdark

Outside the Tomb of Eternal Night

Garnog grunted as the Troll tried to push past him and deeper into the ranks, but he had activated Strength of the Wall Legion ability a few moments before it had plowed into the line stopping the Trolls charge cold. "BASH!!" Garnog called out as he and the nearest three Legionnaires triggered Shield Bash shoving the Troll back and stunning it. A dozen crossbow bolts and half as many Firebolts and Icebolts slammed into the Troll bringing it down to half health before it recovered but the line advanced and started hacking into the Troll whittling away at its impressive Health pool.

The Troll roared and lifted its fists and brought them down on the shield line. Three shields intercepted the blow spreading the damage along multiple soldiers and caused one of them to collapse to his knees. The Legionnaires quickly moved forward, the wounded soldier was quickly dragged to the rear as a healer rushed to him while another unleashed HoTs on the two other wounded soldiers.

"Bash!!" another Legionnaire called out and four shields flashed forward slamming into the Troll and leaving it vulnerable for another volley of bolts and magic. Crippaling it and overwhelming its ability to regenerate, "BRAGA!!" Garnog called out and the Legion members shifted allowing the hulking Berserker through. He quickly ran through the line and activated his Cleave ability bringing his large club down on the Trolls head. Brains and blood splattered everywhere. "Braga, fall back. SHIFT TO THE RIGHT AND BRACE!!!" Garnog called out causing the Berserker to fall back and the other Legionnaires moved to prepare. The other group had intercepted two Trolls and they were holding for now, but at least half their melee fighters were bloody. "SET!!' was called out as everyone was ready.

Garnog just slammed Ice-Fire against his shield twice signaling for the Crossbowmen and Mages to hit the troll when they were ready. Suddenly Bolts, Fire, Ice, and Lightning slammed into the nearest Troll causing it to stagger as its health dipped. Garnog triggered another Legion ability, Battle Cry of the Legion, the second group immediately perked up and the Troll broke away and turned toward them. Another wave of Bolts and Magic slammed into it before it started stumbling toward them.

"SEVEN WIDE ON ME!!! BRAGA ON THE FLANK!!" Garnog called out, immediately the wings of the formation folded back, thickening the line as they prepared for the Troll to hit. "BASH!!!" Garnog called out moments before the Troll hit blunting most of its momentum and damage. Braga roared and jumped up and slammed his club into the staggering Troll before hitting its right knee, a large crack and a roar from the Troll drowned out all nearby sound as it collapsed to one knee. Garnog darted forward and shoved Ice-Fire into the Trolls throat before ripping it out. A half-dozen swords and axes joined his strike quickly ending the Trolls life.

Garnog quickly checked on the last Troll but it was dead, "Rest, healers check the wounded. If you are injured in any way let the healers know. Looters, get to work we are leaving in 5 minutes." Garnog ordered as he cleaned Ice-Fire of the Troll blood and checked his alerts.

Legion Alert...

For defeating a level 65 Elite Troll Pack, the Second Legion has gained 9,589 Experience

Legion Alert...

After a few minutes, the nearest Sergeant reported 6 critically wounded between the two patrol groups. "We make for the Tomb and drop off the wounded before we continue the patrols," Ironbark ordered. The Sergeant saluted before walking off and barking out orders.

Tomb of Eternal Night

Middle City- Barracks

Four hours later Garnog was finally back after accompanying four different patrol groups and getting a feel for what they would face out there in the nearby Underdark. The Second had not lost anyone, but between Bloodhaven and here, 30 Legionnaires were in the tender care of the healers. All of them would be up and about within 12 hours, although this was supposed to be considered a safe posting, Garnog had forgotten that this was still the Underdark, nothing was ever truly safe. He put his worries aside and brought up the Legions interface.

Spoiler: Spoiler

Name: Second Legion

Level: 1

Experience: 13,748/250,000

Commander: Garnog Ironbark

Troops Count: 4,138 (36 Wounded to various degrees)

Troop Average Level: 46

Current Morale: Happy (Increases Damage +5%)

Current Conflict(s): Sisters of the Damned

Battle(s) Won: 0

Battle(s) Lost: 0

Legion Skills/Abilities Unlocked*...

Name: Strength of the Wall (Level 1)

Description: You command the Legion to stand against a enemies unstoppable attack (Forces under your command ignore all attacks for 3 seconds).

Cost: Instant, 1,000 Stamina

Cooldown: 1 Hour

Name: Battle Cry of the Legion (Level 1)

Description: You activate the battle cry of the Legion, increasing (+50%) resource and health regeneration for 30 seconds of all soldiers under your command.

Cost: Instant, 800 Stamina

Cooldown: 6 Hours

Name: Rally the Legion (Level 1)

Description: Rally your troops for one last stand or in order to break an enemies line, this ability increases your Troops Morale, Increases (+50%) Health and Resource Regeneration, and increases (+10%) Damage and Armor for 1 Minute.

Cost: Instant, 2,000 Stamina

Cooldown: 24 Hours

Note* Legion skills and abilities are unlocked through the specific experiences they go through. Each Legion will be unique as they grow and learn.

Garnog Ironbark dismissed the Seconds status page, they had earned some experience during their duties today. Almost every Cohort would be rotated in their duties so hopefully, they would not grow compliant. After what he experienced so close to the Tomb today, he would make sure all the Cohort Captains informed all the patrols to make sure they stayed vigilant.