The Company was commissioned to assist in a siege. Our duty: to blockade the main gate into the Aquilonean Border Kingdoms to prevent the client's enemy from entering the battlefield. The pay was good - 2G for the veteran soldiers, and 1G for those who were apprenticed. 18 of the hardest brothers gathered just inside the gate - ready for action. The Captain had flanking rangers on the lookout for stealthy opponents. The main blockading force were positioned into 3 fighting teams. The air was thick with sorcery. Snares and traps were set by the entry.
And nothing happened. So much for the exciting bit.
Well, in reality, there were a couple of interesting moments. We were on high alert and worked on some tactical issues. At one point, a large band of marauders from the Circle of Iron passed through the gate. We have no great regard for these - and under other circumstances would have gladly engaged them. This time however, they were on the client's payroll. A few hands went for sword hilts, but cooler heads prevailed and only hard looks were exchanged.
As the actual siege commenced, the main gate was sealed and we departed. Easy money.
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