We Meet Again...
The warmth of victory in their last battle would hold Volkmars men well, yet they had little time to replenish when orders came in to once more march South and take the ruins of Grunburg in the name of the Empire.
As Volkmar marched through Reikland, a familiar foe would appear on the horizon. The Wood Elves remain active in the area and with Grunburg easy pickings, Orion had been tasked with taking the land for the Elven people.
With a weakened force at his disposal, Volkmar knew that they had little time to prepare and his diligence would see him setup on top of a hill, waiting for the Elves to make their move...
Battle of Grunburg IV
Rain began to fall as the armies lined up to face each other. Orion had to overcome the lye of the land, having to charge up a hill and into the Empire lines. Fortunately for him, he had a large cavalry corps at his disposal, something Volkmar failed to notice and counter.
As the opposing Archers faced off, the Elves raced around the Empire forces eventually charging them from behind, causing mass chaos and destruction. Soon the Elves infantry would crest the hill, sandwiching the Empire army, enveloping them and leaving them exposed to all manner of attack.
Volkmar saw his men wavering and there was little he could do, bar watch as the Elves continued to butcher their way through human flesh. Those that were fortunate to remain standing would flee back to Altdorf, the rest, consigned to the vultures to feed on their corpses.
Grunburg has been the scene of misery for the Empire, today was no different. Volkmar the Grim yet again lost an army, the Empire continues to falter and with the ever increasing threat on their borders, it may be too late for the Empire to thrive in this harsh world.
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Battle of Grunburg IV: The Wood Elves defeat the Empire