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"The inhabitants of Bree have spent the occupation holed up within The Prancing Pony. Angered at their uprising, the brigands have decided to burn them out...."
Background
The inhabitants of Bree have spent the occupation holed up within The Prancing Pony. Angered at their uprising, the brigand have decided to burn them out....
Objective 1
Second-watcher Heathstraw is just outside The Prancing Pony. He wishes to discuss his plan with you.
- Second-watcher Heathstraw: 'I am glad to see that you have returned, friend. We have made it here to The Prancing Pony in your absence and have been holding it, but I fear we won't last much longer. The brigands are coming at us with a vengeance which I cannot match. I am glad to have you by my side once more.'
- Second-watcher Heathstraw says, "You will need a stronger ally for this fight. There are many ways soldiers can be trained and outfitted for battle."
- Second-watcher Heathstraw says, "Archers, warriors, protectors, sages, bannermen and herbalists are all willing to answer your call."
- Second-watcher Heathstraw says, "For this battle, a warrior will be to our best advantage. Will, Tom, come out here for a moment."
- Second-watcher Heathstraw says, "Speak to Will and purchase the warrior role trait. Then speak to Tom and complete the soldier's training."
- Purchase the Warrior Role Trait from Will, then speak with Tom to slot it. Once that is done, call forth your Warrior.
Objective 2
- Purchase the Warrior Role Trait from Will, then talk to Tom to slot it, then use your skill to call forth your Warrior
Will and Tom are outside of The Prancing Pony. They want to help you upgrade your soldier by allowing you to purchase and slot a role trait enabling him to be a warrior.
- Purchase the Warrior Role Trait from Will, then speak with Tom to slot it. Once that is done, call forth your Warrior.
- Second-watcher Heathstraw: 'There are a great number and variety of rewards attainable by heling the Free People fight against the Enemy.'
- Will Longverge: 'When you were taking the South-gate, you moved through and took the enemy's bastions, claiming them for your own. Here, we are defending The Prancing POny and the bastions we have claimed, while the enemy comes to us and attempts to take them for their own.'
- Tom Redthistle: 'It is important to be sure that your soldier is properly trained for the role you wish him to fulfil. Make sure to pay attention to the other members of your fellowship, their abilities, and which soldiers they will be calling forth.'
- Second-watcher Heathstraw says, "Very good. A warrior will increase our offensive capability and allow us to cut through the waves of enemies."
Objective 3
- Talk to Second-watcher Heathstraw
Second-watcher Heathstraw is just outside The Prancing Pony. He wishes to discuss a few final details with you.
- Will Longverge: 'You can always purchase rewards and train you Soldier at any of the Skirmish Camps throughout the world.'
- Tom Redthistle: 'Making sure your soldier is trained to complement your own abilities and those of your fellowship is crucial to overcoming the challenges each Skirmish with the enemy presents.'
- Second-watcher Heathstraw: 'Oftentimes during Skirmishes such as these, you will find you have other allies, such as myself, aiding you in your battle. In some cases, if those allies fall, you will lose the Skirmish.'
Objective 4
The enemy is attacking The Prancing Pony. Aid Second-watcher Heathstraw in defending it.
- The enemy approaches from the west
- Second-watcher Heathstraw says, "Will, Tom, get back inside. We'll handle this. Prepare yourself my friend, their first wave approaches!"
- Will Longverge says, "Good luck! Bree thanks your courage!"
- Tom Redthistle says, "We owe you a debt. Fare well in your battle!"
- Second-watcher Heathstraw says, "I believe we have a moment of respite before their assault continues."
- The first assault has been defeated! Regroup and consult with Second-watcher Heathstraw
Objective 5
- Talk to Second-watcher Heathstraw
- Listen to Second-watcher Heathstraw
Second-watcher Heathstraw is just outside The Prancing Pony. He wishes to speak with you.
- Second-watcher Heathstraw: 'We often know little about the enemy's forces or where exactly they may come from. From scouting, I know we are facing brigands, half-orcs, and wolves of varying skill and strength. But I do not know what combination of those might come at us at any point. Stay on your guard and be prepared to alter your defence at any moment to best defend against the enemy's assaults.'
- Second-watcher Heathstraw says, "The enemy employs a number of terrible Lieutenants, specially trained enemies with unique skills."
- Second-watcher Heathstraw says, "It is difficult to know which Lieutenants march with the enemy until they arrive on the battlefield."
- Second-watcher Heathstraw says, "I caught a glimpse of a large orc with this force. Be prepared...it could come at any time."
- Second-watcher Heathstraw says, "Here they come again. To arms!"
- The second wave approaches from the south!
Objective 6
- Defeat the second assault
The enemy is attacking The Prancing Pony. Aid Second-watcher Heathstraw in defending it.
- Second-watcher Heathstraw says, "I believe we have a moment of respite before their assault continues."
- The second assault has been defeated! Regroup and consult with Second-watcher Heathstraw
Objective 7
- Talk to Second-watcher Heathstraw
- Listen to Second-watcher Heathstraw
Second-watcher Heathstraw is just outside The Prancing Pony. He wishes to speak with you.
- Second-watcher Heathstraw: 'That Orc was one of the lieutenants I was speaking of. You did well to defeat it.'
- Second-watcher Heathstraw says, "As you encounter and defeat more lieutenants, you will learn more about how they affect the battlefield."
- Second-watcher Heathstraw says, "And what you can do to expose and exploit their individual weaknesses, they all have at least one."
Objective 8
The enemy is launching their final attack at The Prancing Pony. Help Second-watcher Heathstraw defend it.
- The final assault approaches from the west!
- The architect of the assault has entered the courtyard
- Second-watcher Heathstraw says, "I believe we are nearing the end of this battle. Defeat this assault, Bree will be free once more. Here they come!"
- Bill Ferny says, "This isn't worth dying for."
- Harry Goatleaf says, "I'm out of here!"
- Second-watcher Heathstraw says, "They have been vanquished."
- The third assault has been defeated. Dríthlorz has been vanquished, and Bree is free once more
Objective 9
- Talk to Second-watcher Heathstraw
- Listen to Second-watcher Heathstraw
Second-watcher Heathstraw is just outside The Prancing Pony. He wishes to speak with you about today's success.
- Second-watcher Heathstraw: 'Bree is safe! You have done us a great service by aiding the cause. I could have help for a short time, but that half-orc with Bill Ferny and Harry Goatleaf surely would have done me had I been alone. I thank you greatly for your aid.'
- Second-watcher Heathstraw says, "Near the major locations of Middle-earth you will find Skirmish Camps: Bree, Rivendell, Thorin's Hall to name a few."
- Second-watcher Heathstraw says, "There you can barter your Skirmish Marks for new and better soldier traits and gear and equipment for yourself."
- Second-watcher Heathstraw says, "Safe travels my friend. Perhaps we will meet again in another Skirmish against the Enemy. For now, I salute your courage."
- Second-watcher Heathstraw: 'I thank you again for your help in freeing Bree. It will be long before what you have done is forgotten.'
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