Silas Throne, the experienced commander, had already anticipated that this was not the quick, decisive blow he had anticipated.
It was not going to be an operation of a few hours.
On the contrary, the enemy was very well prepared. More prepared than any 'cultist' uprising should be.
Throughout the morning, wave after wave of Paladins crashed against Siterion's outer defenses.
The Breakers tried their hardest to smash down the gates.
But unbeknownst to them, Arin was well prepared for this attack.
Under his command, the city's engineers, masons, carpenters, and laborers have been working tirelessly for the last few days.
Following his strange instructions, they had reinforced the wall with layers of thick, damp earth and hidden iron bars, making them far more resilient than they looked.
The attackers, for the first time, took steps backwards.
The defenders cheered, but Arin knew it was not the end.
