Dark clouds gathered in large billowing masses to blot out the sky overhead the northern Kou region of Kanshou. Almost as if man were mimicking nature, soldiers also gathered in droves, forces from both sides of the war mustering manpower from all across the country. There were rumors flying about that this battle was to be a decisive one that would determine the fate of Kou. Very few among them knew the real reason behind such a large clash of forces after several months of either side limiting their fights to smaller skirmishes. A new development brought forth the potential to end this civil conflagration in a single swoop. Of course, the true intentions of commanding officers rarely reached the ears of the common soldier. Only the rallying battle cries from their direct superiors meant to lead and encourage them to face their deaths with pride and honor.
Several generals and their armies had begun to aggregate in the region for the past week now, their forces spreading out across the mountainous landscape focusing around four major points which were sure to become the locations of four massive battles. It was almost as if everything up til now had merely been phantom whispers of a true war, but now the storm of bloodshed that had been building up all the while was finally ready to be unleashed all at once. Entire forts and farmlands to the south had been abandoned by the troops guarding them all for the sake of bringing the most power to bear possible here in Kanshou. This particular battlefield out of the four would be vitally important however and so the most soldiers from either army were headed here.
Past the vast valley and between the mountains is a deep ravine. The terrain is rough and shards of earth stick out from the massive walls that surround it. A shallow, swampy river flows down the endless path. Bright moss covers the rocks, bleeding into the waters below. Vines drape across like tangled ropes, twisting downwards. Trees grow within the mountain side and entwine their thick roots within the rocks and down into the water. The air is thick with moisture and hazed over in a fog. Within it's many crevices lies an abundance of hidden caverns and hiding spots. It is a perfect place for guerilla warfare.
There are small military camps held by forces of Gao Yuan Zu set up between the various natural blockades that the ravine provides. At the beginning of the ravine lies a mass of forces allied to Yoshiro Zu. Their camps rest along the outside, preparing to take siege on the inner channel. Due to the recent surges in the young emperor's popularity, his soliders slightly outnumber those hidden in the ravine. The storming clouds up overhead were beginning to rumble with peals of thunder as if the rain and lightning could sense the growing tension between the two sides below. Soon a terrible fight would take place here and soak the land in the blood of its own people…
Several generals and their armies had begun to aggregate in the region for the past week now, their forces spreading out across the mountainous landscape focusing around four major points which were sure to become the locations of four massive battles. It was almost as if everything up til now had merely been phantom whispers of a true war, but now the storm of bloodshed that had been building up all the while was finally ready to be unleashed all at once. Entire forts and farmlands to the south had been abandoned by the troops guarding them all for the sake of bringing the most power to bear possible here in Kanshou. This particular battlefield out of the four would be vitally important however and so the most soldiers from either army were headed here.
Past the vast valley and between the mountains is a deep ravine. The terrain is rough and shards of earth stick out from the massive walls that surround it. A shallow, swampy river flows down the endless path. Bright moss covers the rocks, bleeding into the waters below. Vines drape across like tangled ropes, twisting downwards. Trees grow within the mountain side and entwine their thick roots within the rocks and down into the water. The air is thick with moisture and hazed over in a fog. Within it's many crevices lies an abundance of hidden caverns and hiding spots. It is a perfect place for guerilla warfare.
There are small military camps held by forces of Gao Yuan Zu set up between the various natural blockades that the ravine provides. At the beginning of the ravine lies a mass of forces allied to Yoshiro Zu. Their camps rest along the outside, preparing to take siege on the inner channel. Due to the recent surges in the young emperor's popularity, his soliders slightly outnumber those hidden in the ravine. The storming clouds up overhead were beginning to rumble with peals of thunder as if the rain and lightning could sense the growing tension between the two sides below. Soon a terrible fight would take place here and soak the land in the blood of its own people…
The battle will begin after three rounds of posting, during that time, the NPC leaders of each side will be introduced, player locations on the battlefield will be established, and the battle plan will be laid out. Please use your first posts to show how your characters prepared before the battle and end your posts with them just arriving at their respective sides forces.
Remember, you must post within 48 hours of Solomon's Proxy. This round is due by August 19th, 11:59 PM EST.
Remember, you must post within 48 hours of Solomon's Proxy. This round is due by August 19th, 11:59 PM EST.