After Kruz and Rei talked about their plans Kruz sends Hannah back to the fort in the Golden Empire. As Hannah departs for the fort, Kruz watches her go with a sense of mixed emotions. He trusts in her abilities and knows that she will carry out her duties with diligence, yet he cannot shake the feeling of unease that gnaws at him as they part ways.
Turning his attention back to the encampment, Kruz takes a moment to gather his thoughts and steel himself for the task ahead. With the arrival of their mercenary comrades from Daubeny imminent, he knows that there is much to be done to prepare for the coming battle in the Myre.
As the hours pass and the sun sinks lower in the sky, Kruz remains vigilant, his senses keenly attuned to any signs of movement or activity in the surrounding area. He knows that the safety of the encampment and the success of their mission depend on his ability to remain alert and focused in the face of uncertainty.
Finally, as dusk begins to settle over the landscape, Kruz's patience is rewarded as he catches sight of a group of mercenaries approaching in the distance. With a sense of relief, he moves forward to greet them, knowing that their arrival marks the beginning of a new chapter in their struggle against the Samurai nationalists in the Myre.
With a sense of anticipation, Kruz strides forward to meet the incoming mercenaries, his heart quickening with the prospect of reinforcements bolstering their ranks. As the mercenaries draw closer, he recognizes familiar faces among them, warriors he has fought alongside on countless occasions in battles past.
"Welcome, comrades," Kruz calls out, his voice carrying across the encampment. "Your presence is sorely needed as we prepare to face the Samurai nationalists in the Myre. Together, we shall stand united against our common foe and emerge victorious."
The mercenaries nod in agreement, their expressions hardened with determination as they join Kruz in the heart of the encampment. With their arrival, the atmosphere shifts, imbued with a renewed sense of purpose and resolve.
As night falls and the encampment comes alive with the bustle of preparations, Kruz and his fellow mercenaries work tirelessly to ready themselves for the coming battle. Weapons are sharpened, armor is secured, and strategies are discussed in hushed tones as they steel themselves for the challenges that lie ahead.
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As Takeshi and Aiko arrive at the encampment, Takeshi's charismatic presence immediately draws the attention of those around him. With a warm smile and a confident stride, he greets his fellow soldiers, lifting their spirits with his positive demeanor. Clad in the traditional armor of a Dawns Empire Samurai, Takeshi exudes an aura of leadership and reassurance, inspiring confidence in those around him.
In contrast, Aiko's nervousness is palpable as he follows Takeshi, his eyes darting anxiously from side to side. Despite his fears, Aiko remains steadfast in his commitment to his duties as a Samurai. His hands tremble slightly as he adjusts the straps of his armor, his mind racing with thoughts of the impending battle.
Approaching the command tent, Takeshi offers Aiko a reassuring pat on the shoulder, silently encouraging him to remain strong. Together, they join the discussions with the leaders of the encampment, Takeshi providing input with confidence while Aiko listens attentively, his nervousness tempered by Takeshi's presence.
Takeshi tells Rei that they spotted sightings at the beaches up north of the Dawn Empire.
Rei gets scared for second, because she forgot she needs to be stationed there.
Rei tells Kruz about the village controlled my Samurai Nationalists, the village is near the fort that Hannah is going to. Kruz annoyed, knowing he has to travel all the way back to the golden empire territory but quickly gets excited over fighting them.
Rei quickly gathers her regiment and departs from the Encampment, Takeshi and Aiko following close behind her. Both looking at Kruz before they left the encampment.
A day later, Hannah makes to the fort, he immediately sits down after a long journey talking amongst the mercenary and Samurai defenders of the place. Then she immediately hears someone yelling, "NATIONALISTS" a Samurai watchman says in terrible English.
Hannah gets back up and gets ready, horde of samurai nationalists attacks the fort.
During the siege on the fort in the Golden Empire territory, Hannah, clad in her knight armor and wielding her weapon with determination, fought bravely alongside her fellow mercenaries and Samurai allies. As the Nationalists launched their assault, Hannah found herself at the forefront of the defense, standing shoulder to shoulder with her comrades to repel the invaders.
As the battle unfolded, Hannah exhibited great skill and courage, engaging the enemy with ferocity and resolve. Despite facing overwhelming odds and fierce opposition, she remained steadfast in her commitment to defending the fort and its occupants.
However, in the chaos of battle, Hannah sustained a few minor injuries, including cuts and bruises from clashes with nationalist soldiers. Despite the pain and exhaustion, she pressed on, refusing to yield to the enemy's onslaught.
In the final moments of the siege, as the defenders rallied together to drive back the invaders, Hannah fought with renewed determination, delivering decisive blows that helped turn the tide of the battle. With the combined efforts of the defenders, they ultimately emerged victorious, thwarting the nationalist raid and securing the fort against further incursions.
Though she emerged from the battle weary and wounded, Hannah's courage and resilience were undeniable, earning her the respect and admiration of her comrades. As the dust settled and the echoes of battle faded, she stood among her fellow defenders, ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead in the next conflict.
During the fort attack, Kruz and his regiment makes it to the Village the Rei was talking about. They charge into the village, their weapons drawn and their resolve unyielding, they are met with fierce resistance from the nationalist forces that have overrun the Golden Empire territory. With each swing of his pole-axe, Kruz fights valiantly alongside his men, determined to drive back the enemy and reclaim control of the village.
Despite their courage and determination, the odds are stacked against them as the nationalist forces prove to be a formidable foe. Wave after wave of enemy soldiers pour forth, their numbers overwhelming Kruz's regiment and pushing them back with relentless ferocity.
In the heat of battle, amidst the chaos and carnage of war, Kruz fights with all his strength and skill, his every blow struck with lethal precision as he strives to turn the tide of battle in his favor. But despite his best efforts, the nationalist forces prove to be too much to overcome, their sheer numbers and ruthless tactics overwhelming Kruz's regiment and leaving him as the sole survivor amidst the carnage.
As he stands amidst the ruins of the village, surrounded by the fallen bodies of his comrades, Kruz's heart weighs heavy with grief and loss. But even in the face of such devastating defeat, his spirit remains unbroken, he looks around, seeing the Samurai Nationalists surrounding him. He then flees, he runs out of the village the best he could. The armor weighing him down, he then remembers the Fort should be near the village
A couple of miles he ran he finally sees the fort.
As Kruz retreats to the safety of the fort his heart heavy with the weight of loss and sorrow, he is greeted by the solemn faces of the fort's defenders, who have witnessed the devastating toll of the nationalist onslaught firsthand.
Despite the overwhelming odds stacked against them, Kruz's arrival brings a glimmer of hope to the beleaguered defenders, his presence serving as a beacon of strength and resilience in the face of adversity.
As Hannah catches sight of Kruz making his way into the fort, her heart skips a beat at the sight of him, relief flooding her senses at the sight of his familiar figure amidst the chaos of battle.
Rushing forward to meet him, her steps quick and determined, she calls out his name, her voice filled with a mixture of concern and relief. "Kruz!" she exclaims, her voice carrying across the bustling courtyard as she closes the distance between them.
Reaching his side, she clasps his arm in a gesture of solidarity. She sees how badly the condition his armor is in. her eyes searching his face for any signs of injury or distress, but his helmet is hiding his face. "Are you alright?" she asks, her tone filled with genuine concern as she takes in his appearance.
As Kruz meets her gaze, his expression reflecting a mixture of exhaustion and determination, Hannah can't help but feel a surge of admiration for him, her heart swelling with pride at the sight of his unwavering resolve in the face of adversity.
Hannah's concern deepens as she looks into Kruz's eyes, awaiting his response with bated breath. As she poses her question, her voice is filled with a mixture of worry and curiosity, her brow furrowed with concern for her comrade and friend.
Kruz meets her gaze, his expression grave as he recounts the harrowing events that transpired during the battle in the village. With each word, his voice carries the weight of sorrow and loss, his recounting of the fallen comrades serving as a stark reminder of the harsh realities of war.
As he finishes his tale, Hannah's heart weighs heavy with grief for their fallen comrades, her eyes brimming with tears for the lives lost in the heat of battle. But amidst the sorrow, she finds solace in the knowledge that Kruz has returned safely to their midst, his unwavering strength serving as a beacon of hope in the darkness of war.
With a nod of understanding, she reaches out to clasp his arm in a gesture of solidarity.
With fury burning in her veins, Hannah wastes no time in rallying the mercenaries stationed at the fort, her voice ringing out with a fierce determination as she calls them to arms. As her comrades gather around her, their faces etched with grim resolve, Hannah's eyes blaze with righteous anger, her heart consumed by a thirst for vengeance.
"We will not let their sacrifice be in vain!" she declares, her voice ringing out across the courtyard with unwavering conviction. "We will hunt down those nationalist scum and make them pay for what they've done!"
With a resounding cheer, the mercenaries fall into formation behind Hannah, their weapons at the ready and their spirits aflame with the burning desire for justice. As they prepare to embark on their journey to the village, Hannah's gaze meets Kruz's, her eyes filled with fierce determination and unwavering loyalty.
"We'll get payback for what they did to you, Kruz," she vows, her voice filled with steely resolve. "And we won't rest until every last one of those nationalists pays for their crimes!"
With a nod of agreement, Kruz joins Hannah at the head of the mercenary column, his own heart pounding with righteous fury as they set out on their quest for vengeance. Together, they march forth into the unknown, their spirits unbroken and their resolve unwavering as they seek to mete out justice in the face of adversity.
They all march out the fort, the Samurai of the golden empire watches from the walls of the fort.
Wishing them good luck.
They make it towards the village after a long walk.
With a ferocious battle cry, Hannah charges into the heart of the village, her long sword gleaming in the sunlight as she leads the mercenary horde into battle. Behind her, Kruz and the other mercenaries follow suit, their weapons raised high as they unleash their fury upon the nationalist forces that dare to stand in their way.
The clash of steel rings out across the village square as the mercenaries engage the enemy in fierce combat, their determination unyielding as they fight tooth and nail to claim victory. With each swing of their weapons and each blow struck, they carve a path of destruction through the enemy ranks, their resolve unwavering in the face of adversity.
As the battle rages on, Hannah emerges as a beacon of courage and determination, her relentless onslaught driving the nationalists back with each devastating blow. With Kruz at her side, leading the charge with unwavering resolve, they inspire their comrades to fight with renewed vigor, their spirits unbroken by the chaos and carnage that surrounds them.
In the end, victory is theirs, as the last of the nationalist forces are routed and the village falls under mercenary control. Amidst the wreckage and ruin, Hannah stands tall, her chest heaving with exertion as she surveys the battlefield with a mixture of pride and satisfaction.
With a triumphant cry, she raises her long sword high above her head, the symbol of their hard-fought victory gleaming in the sunlight. And as the echoes of battle fade into the distance, they christen the village anew, renaming it "Deathless Village" in honor of their fallen comrades and the indomitable spirit that drives them ever onward.
As Kruz and Hannah stand amidst the aftermath of their hard-fought victory, their armor glistening in the fading sunlight, they exchange a weary but satisfied glance before turning to one another to share a few words.
Hannah, her expression a mix of exhaustion and relief, speaks first, her voice muffled by the helmet she wears. "That was quite the battle, wasn't it?" she says, her tone tinged with a hint of admiration for their hard-fought victory.
Kruz nods in agreement, his own helmet concealing his features as he responds, "Indeed it was. But thanks to your bravery and skill, we emerged victorious once again."
A small smile tugs at the corners of Hannah's lips beneath her helmet as she replies, "And thanks to your leadership, we were able to overcome even the toughest of challenges. I'm proud to fight alongside you, Kruz."
Kruz returns her smile, his eyes shining with gratitude as he says, "And I, you, Hannah. Together, we make a formidable team."
With a nod of mutual understanding, they share a moment of silent camaraderie, knowing that no matter what trials may lie ahead, they will face them together, as comrades in arms. And as the sun sets on another day in Heathmor, they stand ready to face whatever challenges the future may bring.
The Next day, in the Deathless village. Hannah and Kruz can be seen talking near the front entrance of the village.
Hannah's voice carries a note of concern as she urges Kruz to exercise caution in the battles to come. "Kruz, we've been through a lot together, and I don't want to see you get hurt," she says, her tone earnest.
Kruz nods in understanding, his expression serious beneath his helmet. "I'll do my best to stay safe, Hannah. But you know as well as I do that sometimes sacrifices must be made for the greater good," he replies, his voice tinged with determination.
Hannah sighs softly, knowing that Kruz's sense of duty and bravery often lead him into danger. "I know, Kruz. Just promise me you'll watch your back out there," she says, her concern evident in her voice.
With a reassuring smile, Kruz places a gauntleted hand on Hannah's shoulder. "I promise, Hannah. We'll watch out for each other, as we always have," he says, his voice filled with conviction.
Kruz changes topic, talking about what happened at the fort yesterday before he showed up.
Hannah recounts the harrowing events that transpired at the fort in Kruz's absence, her voice filled with a mixture of relief and sorrow as she recalls the fierce battle against the Samurai nationalists.
"It was a tough fight, Kruz," she begins, her words measured as she recounts the events. "The nationalists caught us off guard, and for a moment, it seemed like they might overwhelm us. But we held our ground, fought with everything we had, and managed to push them back."
Kruz listens intently, his expression grave as he absorbs Hannah's words. "I'm sorry I wasn't there to help," he says, his voice heavy with regret.
Hannah shakes her head, placing a reassuring hand on Kruz's arm. "Don't blame yourself, Kruz. You couldn't have known what would happen. And besides, we managed just fine without you," she says, offering him a small smile.
Kruz nods in appreciation, grateful for Hannah's understanding. "Thank you, Hannah. I'm proud of how you handled the situation," he says, admiration evident in his voice.
And as they continue to discuss the events that unfolded in their absence, they find solace in each other's company, knowing that no matter what challenges may lie ahead, they will face them together, as a team. For in the heat of battle, their bond as comrades in arms is unbreakable, their courage unwavering in the face of adversity.
After talking Kruz sends one of his mercenaries as a messenger to Daubeny.
With news of the victory in the Deathless Village reaching his ears, Daubeny feels a surge of pride in his mercenaries, particularly in Hannah, whose valor and leadership played a pivotal role in the triumph. Recognizing her exemplary performance and unwavering dedication to the cause, Daubeny resolves to promote Hannah to a higher rank within the mercenary group.
As he ponders the best course of action, Daubeny calls for a meeting with his trusted advisors to discuss Hannah's promotion. Together, they review her actions during the battle and assess her suitability for advancement within the ranks.
Impressed by Hannah's leadership skills, combat prowess, and unwavering determination, Daubeny and his advisors unanimously agree to promote her to the position of Squad Leader, entrusting her with greater responsibilities and authority within the mercenary band.
With a sense of satisfaction, Daubeny summons Hannah, Kruz following behind her. Both traveled far from the Myre. Daubeny personally delivers the news of her promotion. As he pins a badge of honor to her armor, he offers words of praise and encouragement, expressing his confidence in her abilities and his gratitude for her service to the mercenary group.
With her new rank bestowed upon her, Hannah stands taller, her resolve strengthened by Daubeny's recognition. Ready to embrace her new role and lead her fellow mercenaries into battle, she vows to continue fighting with courage and honor, knowing that the success of their endeavors depends on the strength and unity of their ranks.
As Kruz and Hannah find a moment to converse amidst the bustling fort in Feronia. they exchange words tinged with a mix of anticipation and reflection.
"So, Squad Leader Hannah," Kruz begins with a playful grin, "looks like we're leading our own squads now. Quite the promotion, huh?"
Hannah returns the smile, her eyes alight with a sense of determination. "Indeed, Squad Leader Kruz," she replies, her voice carrying a hint of excitement. "It's a new challenge, but one I'm ready to take on. And I have no doubt you'll lead your squad with the same bravery and skill you've always shown."
Daubeny then breaks the conversation, telling them their new mission.
As Kruz and Hannah stand before each other, knowing that their paths are about to diverge, a sense of solemnity hangs in the air. They exchange a silent acknowledgment of the weight of their upcoming missions, understanding the gravity of the tasks entrusted to them by Daubeny.
With a gentle smile, Kruz breaks the silence, his voice carrying a hint of warmth and camaraderie. "Well, Hannah, it seems our journeys are taking us in different directions for now. But no matter where we end up, I know you'll continue to fight with the same courage and determination that's always defined you."
Hannah returns the smile, her gaze meeting Kruz's with unwavering resolve. "And you, Kruz," she replies, her voice steady despite the tinge of sadness that lingers in her words. "You've always been a steadfast ally and a true friend. Whatever lies ahead for both of us, I know we'll face it with bravery and honor."
With a shared understanding of the challenges that await them, Kruz and Hannah clasp hands in a gesture of solidarity. Though they may be parting ways for now, their bond remains unbreakable, a testament to the enduring strength of their friendship.
Kruz gets sent back to the Deathless village to watch over it with the rest of his comrades. While Hannah gets sent to a town deep in Ashfeld to take care of any Knight Nationalists.
They walk off on their own mission, maybe they will see each other one day.
They don't know tough days are coming ahead.