Editing Jorm's Ambush (section)

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{{TErow| 1 |Day 1|I wonder if I'll ever get used to the endless bending tunnels of the [[Underworld]].  How could this chaos be natural?  But then if I ever did grow accustomed to these mad caverns, would it mean I too have gone insane?<p>Well, I've learned a lesson from my mistakes.  To defend my [[Castle]], I'll have to assign one of my Captains to guard it, and maybe a week or two worth of recruits as well.}}
{{TErow| 5 |Day 5|The [[Cleric]]s have discovered that another piece of the [[Angelic Alliance]] is located on this level.  It is called the [[Celestial Necklace of Bliss]], a powerful holy artifact that was lost in the [[Underworld]] by a crusading [[Knight]] he failed to return from this cursed place.<p>However, rumor has it that no one can possess the Celestial Necklace without first proving their worth.  I wonder what test lies ahead of me.}}
{{TErow| 9 |Day 9|The [[Demon]]s flying the Purple banner are well entrenched behind several [[Garrison]]s guarding the paths to their lands.  It's as if they were waiting for my arrival.  We can't move on unless we remove that threat - I don't want them at my back.  So, we need to defeat them as soon as possible.  A long, drawn-out battle will only benefit the enemy.}}
{{TErow| 15 |Day 15|The scouts have returned with some interesting information.  Apparently, [[Jorm]] knows of our presence here in the [[Underworld]], and he knows our quest.  So, there will be no chance of surprising the [[Demon]].<p>Just as I suspected, the [[Demon]]s of this level were prepared for our arrival.  They're under orders to stop us at all costs.  Apparently, they fear [[Jorm]] more than my troops, so I know they'll battle me to the bitter end.<p>As if that wasn't enough, [[Jorm]] has built barriers around the gateway to the next realm.  Thankfully, he couldn't destroy the gateways.  But we cannot pass unless a Keymaster sends word that we have clearance.  There are three gates.  Two show the colors Blue and Red, but the third does not fly a flag.  Rumor is, only one of the gates will lead to my destination.}}
{{TErow| 23 |Day 23|Another report.  As much as I hate writing them, I wish I had something other than bad news to give to my niece.<p>"[[Queen Allison]],<p>I have experienced some setbacks over the last week.  [[Worthington (Underworld)|Worthington]] was attacked four days ago.  The attack came at night, a cowardly yet destructive assault that left several buildings burned to the ground.  The only good part is we lost no troops.  The enemy wasn't trying to kill - just demoralize.<p>A warning to you, my Queen.  The tunnels are not safe.  Do not travel them without a heavy escort, for me and my Captains have been ambushed many times already.  I do not want anything to happen to you.<p>[[Tarnum]]"|effect=-12 {{w}} [[Wood]], -12 {{o}} [[Ore]], -8000 {{g}} [[Gold]]}}
{{TErow| 29 |Day 29|A runner from [[Worthington (Underworld)|Worthington]] arrives with word from the [[Castle]].<p>"The troops stationed in [[Worthington (Underworld)|Worthington]] are tired, Sir.  For the second night in a row, they've been harassed as the enemy tried to scale the walls.  This [[Demon]], [[Jorm]], does not have any trouble throwing his troops against our battlements.  Although the moat and towers have kept the enemy out, the men grow weary of having their sleep interrupted each night by the screams of these horrific beasts.  Morale is low."<p>You nod and tell the runner to get some rest himself before he returns.<p>Morale is low all over.  The men have been down in this dank hole for too long.  Perhaps I should send for [[Allison]] - she has a way of brightening their thoughts.  And I wouldn't mind seeing her either.}}
{{TErow| 34 |Day 34|Night after night the enemy taunts us.  Hiding in the shadows, they scream obscenities, throw firebrands at our tents, and make sounds like tortured cats.<p>Lack of sleep has made the men sloppy, so the [[Demon]]s have been able to get close enough at times to actually cause injury.  Tempers are flaring as well, and it is hard to maintain order.  Six fights broke out yesterday, and the participants can't even remember what they were fighting about.  I realize now this is exactly what [[Jorm]] wants.  If this keeps up, my troops will be useless by the time I catch up to him.}}
{{TErow| 39 |Day 39|Tired men make mistakes, and that's what happened at [[Worthington (Underworld)|Worthington]].  When one night the attacks and noises stopped, many of the soldiers were finally able to fall asleep.  Some while still on duty.<p>The enemy must've counted on that, because they managed to sneak into the vaults and steal a large sum of Gold.  No one saw anything.  Something has to be done because I'm afraid next time the enemy won't take Gold.  Next time, they'll take lives.|effect=-14 {{w}} [[Wood]], -7 {{m}} [[Mercury]], -12 {{o}} [[Ore]], -7 {{s}} [[Sulfur]], -7 {{c}} [[Crystal]]s, -7 {{gem}} [[Gems]], -7000 {{g}} [[Gold]]}}
{{TErow| 43 |Day 43|The [[Demon]]s have been quiet these last few nights.  Whatever they're planning, I hope it comes soon.  After so many nights of chaos, the men find the silence even more disturbing.  It is the feeling one gets in those soft, breezy moments before a great storm.<p>Only the [[Monk]]s seem unaffected.  They go about their duties with the same precision and commitment as always.}}
{{TErow| 48 |Day 48|I spoke with the [[Monk]]s about their apparent immunity to the enemy's taunts.  Apparently, the meditation techniques they learned when they first joined the [[Monastery]] allows them to feel rested even when they've had little sleep.  So, whether they like it or not, the men will soon be learning how to meditate.}}
{{TErow| 53 |Day 53|To my surprise, not a single man complained when they were forced to learn meditation.  They welcomed anything that might help them sleep and regain their focus.  Even a few hours of deep sleep makes all the difference.}}
{{TErow| 59 |Day 59|Fights among the troops have dropped drastically, and last night the [[Demon]]s tried to sneak into the vaults again.  They found my men awake and ready.  The Demons were easily dispatched and everyone settled back down for the night.<p>[[Jorm]] will probably soon learn that his psychological attacks will no longer work.  He'll just have to resort to real combat.}}
{{TErow| 65 |Day 64|I have finally discovered what [[Deezelisk]] wants.  He was blinded long ago and only remains in power because no one has dared to challenge him.  With the [[Pendant of Second Sight]], however, he can regain his vision.  That Pendant is my bargaining chip!  These [[Demon]]s have little loyalty to each other, so I imagine [[Deezelisk]] will choose sight over the life of one of his lessers.<p>Unfortunately, by now [[Jorm]] knows about the powers of the [[Pendant of Second Sight]] as well.  One of the [[Cleric]]s that discovered this artifact was captured during an ambush.  We haven't seen the man, and assume he's dead.  I pity the priest and only hope he finds peace in [[Paradise]].}}
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