STEEL AND FLESH

BATTLE OF THE SHADOWS: CONFRONTATION IN THE MOGHORN FOREST

As the tense silence hung in the air, the forest seemed to hold its breath. Then, from the shadows emerged figures clad in black tunics and jerkin armor, their helmets adorned with a distinctive curved horn design.

The Quanians had revealed themselves, flanking the Bauthinian army on both the right and left sides.

Their emergence was swift and coordinated, a well-executed maneuver that spoke of their tactical prowess.

Their black attire blended seamlessly with the shadows, making them appear as if they had sprung forth from the very heart of the forest itself.

With the sun glinting off their helmets, they looked like an unstoppable force driven by an unforgiving purpose.

As they broke through the tree line, a chorus of war cries erupted from their ranks. Their faces were twisted into menacing expressions, a mask of terror that sent shivers down the spines of even the most battle-hardened Bauthinian soldiers.

With chilling determination, the Quanians charged forward, their footsteps