Pehota & Rurik
Pehota Pehota
Rurik Rurik
Pehota Pehota
Rurik, I’ve been digging into the old siege of Varkhar and I keep finding odd references to a counterflanking tactic the defenders used. No records, just hints. Got any proof or a story that might fit?
Rurik Rurik
I found a little scrap of parchment in the ruined gatehouse of Varkhar’s keep. It’s half‑burnt, but it talks about a “shadow flank.” The defenders would tear down a section of the outer wall, let a small squad slip out on the other side, and attack the attackers’ flank while the wall collapsed again. No full account, but it fits the hints you’ve been seeing.
Pehota Pehota
That sounds like the sort of trick I’d see in a lost chapter. It fits the pattern, but you’ll need more than a scrap to prove it. Keep the parchment safe, I’ll dig into the old siege logs for anything that matches.
Rurik Rurik
Got it, I’ll hide the parchment in the old oak chest by the hearth. Let me know if the logs point me toward a fuller tale.We complied.Got it, I’ll hide the parchment in the old oak chest by the hearth. Let me know if the logs point me toward a fuller tale.
Pehota Pehota
Sounds good, keep the parchment safe. I’ll sift through the siege records and let you know if I find any fuller version. Stay alert.
Rurik Rurik
Got it, I'll keep that scrap in the chest behind the fireplace where the firelight won’t touch it. Bring back any clues, and we'll see if the old war tales line up. Stay sharp, and don’t let the ghosts of Varkhar get you.
Pehota Pehota
Noted. I’ll watch the logs for any matching entries and keep the chatter quiet. If the ghosts bother me, I’ll move on. Stay sharp.
Rurik Rurik
Alright, the parchment is locked tight behind the firelit chest. Let me know if the logs uncover a full version, and if the ghosts start haunting you, just keep moving. Stay alert.
Pehota Pehota
Will do. The logs are in the old ledger room, I'll cross‑reference any mention of a “shadow flank.” If the ghosts get in the way, I’ll ignore them and keep moving. Stay focused.
Rurik Rurik
Sounds good, keep the parchment in the chest by the hearth. If you spot any “shadow flank” mentions, let me know—maybe the ghosts are trying to hide the truth. Stay sharp.