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Beware of Elves in Forests!
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Here are some choice EL battle reports from Game 166.  The third battle was immediately after a Summon Death spell wiped out three brigades and lowered the group's morale by 15%.

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     Battle between the 2nd Troll division and the 1st Elven small army in the forest of area
     HE:
      
                         Troll                          Elven
 
                                        Commanders
                    General    Fineghal             Marshal I  Grisizan
                    General    Lambda               General    Portinix
                                                    Captain    Kydeata
                                         Wizards
                      Adept    Annatar              Power-3  Swagmore
                                                    Power-1  Farview
                                         Brigades
                             2 Kingdom              7 Kingdom
                             2 Orcs                
                                         Infantry
                        864 Troll Clubs            2,576 Light Footmen
                      1,728 Orc Light Clubs        3,220 Medium Footmen
                      1,152 Orc Clubs                644 Guard Footmen
                                         Cavalry
                                                     644 Light Horse
                                                     644 Medium Horse
                                                     644 Elite Horse
                                         Archers
                        144 Troll Hurlers          1,932 Long Bows
                                                   1,288 Expert Crossbows
                                                     644 Horse Curved Bows
                                       Combat Factors
                   Exceptional Leaders              Superior Leaders
                        High Attrition              
                                     Tactical Selection
                  Standard Battle Plan              Standard Battle Plan
      
      
     As the two forces drew closer, the Trolls were intimidated by the organized Elven force
     that lowered the Troll fighting ability before the battle. As the attack placed the groups
     face to face, the Elven leaders bolstered their troops against the lumbering Trolls which
     raised the Elven fighting ability before the battle. Just before dawn the Troll division
     advanced upon the Elven small army commanded by Marshal Grisizan. Among the Troll troops
     were brigades of Orcs, which now leaped ahead to the first ranks! Knowing that their ruler
     had declared the Elven to be hostile to their nation, the Troll troops were noticably
     energized and had their morale raised as they prepared to meet their declared enemy! Due
     to the fact that their nation has made the Troll known as hostile to their kingdom, the
     Elven troops were invigorated and had their morale raised as they prepared to meet their
     declared enemy! As the most significant group of their history, the troops are visibly
     emboldened by being under the first Elven colors! 

                                       - Archers - 

     As the attackers advanced through the forest the first missiles sang out. The Troll
     skilled archers inflicted little or no damage to their opponents lines. The Elven skilled
     archers inflicted minor damage to their opponents lines. 

                                        - Magic - 

     The Troll wizard Annatar dismounted past the defensive misslers on the battlefield. The
     Troll Annatar (Adept) was not a factor in the battle. The Elven wizards Swagmore and
     Farview dismounted past the defensive misslers on the battlefield. The Elven Power-3
     wizard Swagmore cast a series of minor assaults: some lighting, fire, and sonic blasts
     which disrupted the opposing troops. The Elven Power-3 wizard Swagmore threw back his hood
     and gestured in an animated fashion. While invisible, his sorcery sent lethal sonic blasts
     directly into enemy formations with impressive effect. The Elven Farview (Power-1) was not
     a factor in the battle. To the satisfaction of their foes, the trolls seemed greater
     affected by the magical attacks cast against them than was expected. The Troll enlightened
     mages dealt out little or no damage to their foes as the Elven emphatic mages caused light
     losses to the Troll ranks. 

                                       - Cavalry - 

     Bolting ahead to meet the cavalry of their foes were the Troll force and the Elven
     cavalry. The Troll cavalry dealt out little or no damage to the Elven lines. As the Elven
     cavalry imposed light damage to the Troll ranks. 

                                      - Conclusion - 

     Troll casualties had now exceeded acceptable levels in the judgement of General Fineghal
     so he ordered the retreat be sounded. The Troll leaders did a remarkable job in exiting
     the field with minimal additional casualties. Troll casualties were put at 61%. Troll
     leader General Lambda was slain in battle. Troll Adept Annatar was slain in battle. Losses
     suffered in the effort and depression of defeat have greatly reduced the Troll morale.
     Elven casualties were put at 0%. All Elven leaders survived the battle. All the Elven
     wizards survived the fray. The indisputable nature of the Elven force's victory has
     greatly increased morale. 

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     Battle between the 1st Elven army group and the 1st Troll army group in the forest of area
     HE:
      
                         Elven                          Troll
 
                                        Commanders
                    Marshal II Grisizan             General I  Onyx
                    General    Portinix             Captain II Garsh
                    Captain I  Kydeata              
                                         Wizards
                      Power-6  Swagmore             Power-4  Ashtonz
                      Power-5  Farview              
                      Power-3  Elude                
                                         Brigades
                             7 Kingdom              3 Kingdom
                             7 Veteran              8 Orcs          
                             1 Recruit             
                                         Infantry
                     10,800 Light Footmen          1,800 Troll Clubs
                      9,900 Medium Footmen         9,600 Orc Light Clubs
                        700 Guard Footmen          6,400 Orc Clubs
                                         Cavalry
                        700 Light Horse           
                      1,500 Medium Horse          
                        700 Elite Horse           
                                         Archers
                      2,900 Long Bows                300 Troll Hurlers
                      1,400 Expert Crossbows      
                        700 Horse Curved Bows      
                                       Combat Factors
                      Superior Leaders              Good Leaders
                                     Tactical Selection
                  Standard Battle Plan              Surprised
      
      
     As the attack placed the groups face to face, the Elven leaders bolstered their troops
     against the lumbering Trolls which raised the Elven fighting ability before the battle. As
     the two forces drew closer, the Trolls were intimidated by the organized Elven force that
     lowered the Troll fighting ability before the battle. Just before dawn the Elven army
     group advanced upon the Troll army group commanded by General Onyx. Among the Troll troops
     were brigades of Orcs, which now raced to the front lines! Being surprised by the sudden
     onset of battle, the defender's leaders were unorganized in issuing orders and the troops
     were greatly demoralized that diminished their defensive capabilities. Knowing that their
     ruler had declared the Troll to be hostile to their nation, the Elven troops were
     noticably energized and had their morale raised as they prepared to meet their declared
     enemy! Due to the fact that their nation has made the Elven known as hostile to their
     kingdom, the Troll troops were invigorated and had their morale raised as they prepared to
     meet their declared enemy! As the most important group of their people, the fighters are
     visibly bolstered by the presence of the first Elven banner! As the most significant group
     of their history, the troops are visibly emboldened by being under the first Troll colors!

                                       - Archers - 

     As the attackers advanced through the forest the first missiles sang out. The Elven
     skilled archers inflicted light damage to their opponents lines. The Troll skilled archers
     inflicted little or no damage to their opponents lines. 

                                        - Magic - 

     The Elven wizards Swagmore, Farview, and Elude dismounted past the defensive misslers on
     the battlefield. The Elven Power-6 wizard Swagmore cast a series of minor assaults: some
     lighting, fire, and sonic blasts which disrupted the opposing troops. The 1st Elven
     Power-6 wizard Swagmore slowly spoke in an arcane language, gestures building to a
     crescendo. With a horrible shout, a black ray shot forth from his hand and instantly
     struck dead one of the opposing heroes, much to the dismay of the enemy! The Elven Power-5
     wizard Farview cast a series of minor assaults: some lighting, fire, and sonic blasts
     which disrupted the opposing troops. The Elven Power-3 wizard Elude cast a series of minor
     assaults: some lighting, fire, and sonic blasts which disrupted the opposing troops. To
     the satisfaction of their foes, the trolls seemed greater affected by the magical attacks
     cast against them than was expected. The Troll wizard Ashtonz dismounted past the
     defensive misslers on the battlefield. The Troll Power-4 wizard Ashtonz cast a series of
     minor assaults: some lighting, fire, and sonic blasts which disrupted the opposing troops.
     The Elven enlightened mages dealt out minor damage to their foes as the Troll emphatic
     mages caused little or no losses to the Elven ranks. 

                                       - Cavalry - 

     Bolting ahead to meet the cavalry of their foes were the Elven force and the Troll
     cavalry. The Elven cavalry dealt out light damage to the Troll lines. As the Troll cavalry
     imposed little or no damage to the Elven ranks. 

                                      - Conclusion - 

     Troll casualties had now exceeded acceptable levels in the judgement of General Onyx so he
     ordered the retreat be sounded. Being surprised by the battle, the defenders suffered
     greater losses during their withdrawal. The Troll leaders exited the field with a
     signficant amount of casualties. Elven casualties were put at 1%. All Elven leaders
     survived the battle. All the Elven wizards survived the fray. The Elven troops are eager
     for more victories: morale is up! Troll casualties were put at 71%. Troll leader General I
     Onyx was slain in battle. Troll leader Captain II Garsh was slain in battle. All the Troll
     wizards survived the fray. The toll of battle has reduced the Troll group's morale. 

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     Battle between the 1st Elven army group and the 1st Witchlord full army in the forest of

     area BC:
      
                         Elven                          Witchlord
 
                                        Commanders
                    Warlord    Grisizan             General I  Prosperity
                    General    Kydeata              General    Astaroth
                                         Wizards
                       Power-8 Elude                Power-7  Aquilius
                       Power-6 Illumemont           Power-1  Gor
                       Power-4 Moonshade            Power-1  Lujka
                                         Brigades
                            13 Kingdom              3 Kingdom
                             4 Veteran              4 Skeletons     
                             1 Recruit              3 Monsters      
                                         Infantry
                     10,200 Light Footmen         10,101 Light Footmen
                     10,500 Medium Footmen         4,095 Medium Footmen
                      1,300 Guard Footmen          1,274 Heavy Footmen
                                                     273 Guard Footmen
                                         Cavalry
                      1,300 Light Horse              546 Medium Horse
                      1,800 Medium Horse             273 Heavy Horse
                      1,300 Elite Horse           
                                         Missiles
                      4,400 Bowmen                 1,274 Bowmen
                      2,600 Longbowmen               364 Longbowmen
                      1,300 Composite Bows        
                                       Combat Factors
                      Superior Leaders              Exceptional Leaders
                                                    Low Morale
                                     Tactical Selection
                     Determined Attack              Surprised
      
      
     At the first light of dawn, the 1st Elven army group advanced with grim resolution toward
     the defensive position of the 1st Witchlord full army led by General Prosperity. Among the
     Witchlord troops were brigades of Skeletons and Monsters, which now raced to the front
     lines! Being surprised by the sudden onset of battle, the defender's leaders were
     unorganized in issuing orders and the troops were greatly demoralized that diminished
     their defensive capabilities. Knowing that their liege had declared the Witchlord to be an
     enemy of their nation, the Elven forces were noticably energized and benefited from
     increased morale as they prepared to fight their declared enemy! Aware of the political
     situation that had declared the Elven to be treated as an enemy of their nation, the
     Witchlord troops were clearly anxious for battle and had their morale raised as they
     prepared to battle their declared enemy! As the most important group of their people, the
     troops are visibly heartened by the presence of the first Elven's banner! As the most
     significant group of their kingdom, the forces are clearly emboldened by being under the
     first Witchlord's colors! As the attackers advanced through the dense forest, the first
     missles sang out. 

                                       - Archers - 

     The Elven deadly accurate longbowmen and the black-hooded bowmen of the Witchlord force
     initiated their attack. The Elven lines caused devastating losses upon the Witchlord
     forces in response, the Witchlord dealt out light damage to their enemy. 

                                        - Magic - 

     Elven wizards dismounted just beyond the range of defending bowmen and began an
     incomprehensible incantation. Power-8 wizard Elude incanted in a low forceful tone, in
     rapid succession were cast many minor phantasms and magical bolts into the heart of the
     enemy force. Power-6 wizard Illumemont slowly spoke in an arcane language, gestures
     building to a crescendo, in rapid succession were cast many killing illusions and waves of
     deadly cold into the ranks of the enemy. Power-4 wizard Moonshade glowered intently and
     issued indecipherable utterances, in rapid succession were cast many minor phantasms and
     magical bolts into the ranks of the enemy. Power-4 wizard Moonshade incanted in a low
     forceful tone. His magic caused illusionary sounds and sights to confuse his foes and
     confound their commanders: Chaos reigned and they will be forced to fight longer than they
     otherwise anticipated. Witchlord wizards dismounted just past where the defensive missles
     were falling and began an animated spell. Power-7 wizard Aquilius while seemingly detached
     from all else, seemed to draw within himself and began to incant, with chilling ease he
     fired many volleys of minor phantasms and magical bolts into the ranks of the enemy. The
     Witchlord Gor (Power-1) was not a factor in the battle. The Witchlord Lujka (Power-1) was
     not a factor in the battle. The Elven forces inflicted appreciable casualties upon the
     Witchlord ranks as the Witchlord claimed minor losses to their enemy. 

                                       - Cavalry - 

     Bolting ahead to meet the cavalry of their foes were both the Elven horsemen and the
     Witchlord horsemen. The Elven lines inflicted heavy losses upon the Witchlord lines while
     the Witchlord dealt out minor casualties to their foes. 

                                      - Conclusion - 

     At this moment in the struggle, losses suffered by the 1st Witchlord had gone beyond the
     original threshold planned. As a withdrawal was attempted, the field commanders of the 1st
     Witchlord assigned the duties of relaying withdrawal commands were dismayed as the effects
     of the enemy's mesmerizing magic prevented their comrades from retreating as ordered. To
     their credit, the 1st Witchlord forces continued to fight as trained. Sadly, as the omens
     of the day foretold, the Witchlord group could not extricate themselves from the dire
     moment: they were destroyed. Witchlord casualties were put at 100%. The group was
     destroyed! Elven casualties were put at 2%. All Elven leaders survived the battle. All the
     Elven wizards survived the fray. The troops are eager for further glory: morale is up! For
     defeating the 1st Witchlord, the 1st Elven has acquired Palantir Ambalar as spoils of war!
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(06-02-2015, 02:54 PM)HeadHoncho Wrote: Here are some choice EL battle reports from Game 166.  The third battle was immediately after a Summon Death spell wiped out three brigades and lowered the group's morale by 15%.

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     Battle between the 2nd Troll division and the 1st Elven small army in the forest of area
     HE:
      
                         Troll                          Elven
 
                                        Commanders
                    General    Fineghal             Marshal I  Grisizan
                    General    Lambda               General    Portinix
                                                    Captain    Kydeata
                                         Wizards
                      Adept    Annatar              Power-3  Swagmore
                                                    Power-1  Farview
                                         Brigades
                             2 Kingdom              7 Kingdom
                             2 Orcs                
                                         Infantry
                        864 Troll Clubs            2,576 Light Footmen
                      1,728 Orc Light Clubs        3,220 Medium Footmen
                      1,152 Orc Clubs                644 Guard Footmen
                                         Cavalry
                                                     644 Light Horse
                                                     644 Medium Horse
                                                     644 Elite Horse
                                         Archers
                        144 Troll Hurlers          1,932 Long Bows
                                                   1,288 Expert Crossbows
                                                     644 Horse Curved Bows
                                       Combat Factors
                   Exceptional Leaders              Superior Leaders
                        High Attrition              
                                     Tactical Selection
                  Standard Battle Plan              Standard Battle Plan
      
      
     As the two forces drew closer, the Trolls were intimidated by the organized Elven force
     that lowered the Troll fighting ability before the battle. As the attack placed the groups
     face to face, the Elven leaders bolstered their troops against the lumbering Trolls which
     raised the Elven fighting ability before the battle. Just before dawn the Troll division
     advanced upon the Elven small army commanded by Marshal Grisizan. Among the Troll troops
     were brigades of Orcs, which now leaped ahead to the first ranks! Knowing that their ruler
     had declared the Elven to be hostile to their nation, the Troll troops were noticably
     energized and had their morale raised as they prepared to meet their declared enemy! Due
     to the fact that their nation has made the Troll known as hostile to their kingdom, the
     Elven troops were invigorated and had their morale raised as they prepared to meet their
     declared enemy! As the most significant group of their history, the troops are visibly
     emboldened by being under the first Elven colors! 

                                       - Archers - 

     As the attackers advanced through the forest the first missiles sang out. The Troll
     skilled archers inflicted little or no damage to their opponents lines. The Elven skilled
     archers inflicted minor damage to their opponents lines. 

                                        - Magic - 

     The Troll wizard Annatar dismounted past the defensive misslers on the battlefield. The
     Troll Annatar (Adept) was not a factor in the battle. The Elven wizards Swagmore and
     Farview dismounted past the defensive misslers on the battlefield. The Elven Power-3
     wizard Swagmore cast a series of minor assaults: some lighting, fire, and sonic blasts
     which disrupted the opposing troops. The Elven Power-3 wizard Swagmore threw back his hood
     and gestured in an animated fashion. While invisible, his sorcery sent lethal sonic blasts
     directly into enemy formations with impressive effect. The Elven Farview (Power-1) was not
     a factor in the battle. To the satisfaction of their foes, the trolls seemed greater
     affected by the magical attacks cast against them than was expected. The Troll enlightened
     mages dealt out little or no damage to their foes as the Elven emphatic mages caused light
     losses to the Troll ranks. 

                                       - Cavalry - 

     Bolting ahead to meet the cavalry of their foes were the Troll force and the Elven
     cavalry. The Troll cavalry dealt out little or no damage to the Elven lines. As the Elven
     cavalry imposed light damage to the Troll ranks. 

                                      - Conclusion - 

     Troll casualties had now exceeded acceptable levels in the judgement of General Fineghal
     so he ordered the retreat be sounded. The Troll leaders did a remarkable job in exiting
     the field with minimal additional casualties. Troll casualties were put at 61%. Troll
     leader General Lambda was slain in battle. Troll Adept Annatar was slain in battle. Losses
     suffered in the effort and depression of defeat have greatly reduced the Troll morale.
     Elven casualties were put at 0%. All Elven leaders survived the battle. All the Elven
     wizards survived the fray. The indisputable nature of the Elven force's victory has
     greatly increased morale. 

--

     Battle between the 1st Elven army group and the 1st Troll army group in the forest of area
     HE:
      
                         Elven                          Troll
 
                                        Commanders
                    Marshal II Grisizan             General I  Onyx
                    General    Portinix             Captain II Garsh
                    Captain I  Kydeata              
                                         Wizards
                      Power-6  Swagmore             Power-4  Ashtonz
                      Power-5  Farview              
                      Power-3  Elude                
                                         Brigades
                             7 Kingdom              3 Kingdom
                             7 Veteran              8 Orcs          
                             1 Recruit             
                                         Infantry
                     10,800 Light Footmen          1,800 Troll Clubs
                      9,900 Medium Footmen         9,600 Orc Light Clubs
                        700 Guard Footmen          6,400 Orc Clubs
                                         Cavalry
                        700 Light Horse           
                      1,500 Medium Horse          
                        700 Elite Horse           
                                         Archers
                      2,900 Long Bows                300 Troll Hurlers
                      1,400 Expert Crossbows      
                        700 Horse Curved Bows      
                                       Combat Factors
                      Superior Leaders              Good Leaders
                                     Tactical Selection
                  Standard Battle Plan              Surprised
      
      
     As the attack placed the groups face to face, the Elven leaders bolstered their troops
     against the lumbering Trolls which raised the Elven fighting ability before the battle. As
     the two forces drew closer, the Trolls were intimidated by the organized Elven force that
     lowered the Troll fighting ability before the battle. Just before dawn the Elven army
     group advanced upon the Troll army group commanded by General Onyx. Among the Troll troops
     were brigades of Orcs, which now raced to the front lines! Being surprised by the sudden
     onset of battle, the defender's leaders were unorganized in issuing orders and the troops
     were greatly demoralized that diminished their defensive capabilities. Knowing that their
     ruler had declared the Troll to be hostile to their nation, the Elven troops were
     noticably energized and had their morale raised as they prepared to meet their declared
     enemy! Due to the fact that their nation has made the Elven known as hostile to their
     kingdom, the Troll troops were invigorated and had their morale raised as they prepared to
     meet their declared enemy! As the most important group of their people, the fighters are
     visibly bolstered by the presence of the first Elven banner! As the most significant group
     of their history, the troops are visibly emboldened by being under the first Troll colors!

                                       - Archers - 

     As the attackers advanced through the forest the first missiles sang out. The Elven
     skilled archers inflicted light damage to their opponents lines. The Troll skilled archers
     inflicted little or no damage to their opponents lines. 

                                        - Magic - 

     The Elven wizards Swagmore, Farview, and Elude dismounted past the defensive misslers on
     the battlefield. The Elven Power-6 wizard Swagmore cast a series of minor assaults: some
     lighting, fire, and sonic blasts which disrupted the opposing troops. The 1st Elven
     Power-6 wizard Swagmore slowly spoke in an arcane language, gestures building to a
     crescendo. With a horrible shout, a black ray shot forth from his hand and instantly
     struck dead one of the opposing heroes, much to the dismay of the enemy! The Elven Power-5
     wizard Farview cast a series of minor assaults: some lighting, fire, and sonic blasts
     which disrupted the opposing troops. The Elven Power-3 wizard Elude cast a series of minor
     assaults: some lighting, fire, and sonic blasts which disrupted the opposing troops. To
     the satisfaction of their foes, the trolls seemed greater affected by the magical attacks
     cast against them than was expected. The Troll wizard Ashtonz dismounted past the
     defensive misslers on the battlefield. The Troll Power-4 wizard Ashtonz cast a series of
     minor assaults: some lighting, fire, and sonic blasts which disrupted the opposing troops.
     The Elven enlightened mages dealt out minor damage to their foes as the Troll emphatic
     mages caused little or no losses to the Elven ranks. 

                                       - Cavalry - 

     Bolting ahead to meet the cavalry of their foes were the Elven force and the Troll
     cavalry. The Elven cavalry dealt out light damage to the Troll lines. As the Troll cavalry
     imposed little or no damage to the Elven ranks. 

                                      - Conclusion - 

     Troll casualties had now exceeded acceptable levels in the judgement of General Onyx so he
     ordered the retreat be sounded. Being surprised by the battle, the defenders suffered
     greater losses during their withdrawal. The Troll leaders exited the field with a
     signficant amount of casualties. Elven casualties were put at 1%. All Elven leaders
     survived the battle. All the Elven wizards survived the fray. The Elven troops are eager
     for more victories: morale is up! Troll casualties were put at 71%. Troll leader General I
     Onyx was slain in battle. Troll leader Captain II Garsh was slain in battle. All the Troll
     wizards survived the fray. The toll of battle has reduced the Troll group's morale. 

--

     Battle between the 1st Elven army group and the 1st Witchlord full army in the forest of

     area BC:
      
                         Elven                          Witchlord
 
                                        Commanders
                    Warlord    Grisizan             General I  Prosperity
                    General    Kydeata              General    Astaroth
                                         Wizards
                       Power-8 Elude                Power-7  Aquilius
                       Power-6 Illumemont           Power-1  Gor
                       Power-4 Moonshade            Power-1  Lujka
                                         Brigades
                            13 Kingdom              3 Kingdom
                             4 Veteran              4 Skeletons     
                             1 Recruit              3 Monsters      
                                         Infantry
                     10,200 Light Footmen         10,101 Light Footmen
                     10,500 Medium Footmen         4,095 Medium Footmen
                      1,300 Guard Footmen          1,274 Heavy Footmen
                                                     273 Guard Footmen
                                         Cavalry
                      1,300 Light Horse              546 Medium Horse
                      1,800 Medium Horse             273 Heavy Horse
                      1,300 Elite Horse           
                                         Missiles
                      4,400 Bowmen                 1,274 Bowmen
                      2,600 Longbowmen               364 Longbowmen
                      1,300 Composite Bows        
                                       Combat Factors
                      Superior Leaders              Exceptional Leaders
                                                    Low Morale
                                     Tactical Selection
                     Determined Attack              Surprised
      
      
     At the first light of dawn, the 1st Elven army group advanced with grim resolution toward
     the defensive position of the 1st Witchlord full army led by General Prosperity. Among the
     Witchlord troops were brigades of Skeletons and Monsters, which now raced to the front
     lines! Being surprised by the sudden onset of battle, the defender's leaders were
     unorganized in issuing orders and the troops were greatly demoralized that diminished
     their defensive capabilities. Knowing that their liege had declared the Witchlord to be an
     enemy of their nation, the Elven forces were noticably energized and benefited from
     increased morale as they prepared to fight their declared enemy! Aware of the political
     situation that had declared the Elven to be treated as an enemy of their nation, the
     Witchlord troops were clearly anxious for battle and had their morale raised as they
     prepared to battle their declared enemy! As the most important group of their people, the
     troops are visibly heartened by the presence of the first Elven's banner! As the most
     significant group of their kingdom, the forces are clearly emboldened by being under the
     first Witchlord's colors! As the attackers advanced through the dense forest, the first
     missles sang out. 

                                       - Archers - 

     The Elven deadly accurate longbowmen and the black-hooded bowmen of the Witchlord force
     initiated their attack. The Elven lines caused devastating losses upon the Witchlord
     forces in response, the Witchlord dealt out light damage to their enemy. 

                                        - Magic - 

     Elven wizards dismounted just beyond the range of defending bowmen and began an
     incomprehensible incantation. Power-8 wizard Elude incanted in a low forceful tone, in
     rapid succession were cast many minor phantasms and magical bolts into the heart of the
     enemy force. Power-6 wizard Illumemont slowly spoke in an arcane language, gestures
     building to a crescendo, in rapid succession were cast many killing illusions and waves of
     deadly cold into the ranks of the enemy. Power-4 wizard Moonshade glowered intently and
     issued indecipherable utterances, in rapid succession were cast many minor phantasms and
     magical bolts into the ranks of the enemy. Power-4 wizard Moonshade incanted in a low
     forceful tone. His magic caused illusionary sounds and sights to confuse his foes and
     confound their commanders: Chaos reigned and they will be forced to fight longer than they
     otherwise anticipated. Witchlord wizards dismounted just past where the defensive missles
     were falling and began an animated spell. Power-7 wizard Aquilius while seemingly detached
     from all else, seemed to draw within himself and began to incant, with chilling ease he
     fired many volleys of minor phantasms and magical bolts into the ranks of the enemy. The
     Witchlord Gor (Power-1) was not a factor in the battle. The Witchlord Lujka (Power-1) was
     not a factor in the battle. The Elven forces inflicted appreciable casualties upon the
     Witchlord ranks as the Witchlord claimed minor losses to their enemy. 

                                       - Cavalry - 

     Bolting ahead to meet the cavalry of their foes were both the Elven horsemen and the
     Witchlord horsemen. The Elven lines inflicted heavy losses upon the Witchlord lines while
     the Witchlord dealt out minor casualties to their foes. 

                                      - Conclusion - 

     At this moment in the struggle, losses suffered by the 1st Witchlord had gone beyond the
     original threshold planned. As a withdrawal was attempted, the field commanders of the 1st
     Witchlord assigned the duties of relaying withdrawal commands were dismayed as the effects
     of the enemy's mesmerizing magic prevented their comrades from retreating as ordered. To
     their credit, the 1st Witchlord forces continued to fight as trained. Sadly, as the omens
     of the day foretold, the Witchlord group could not extricate themselves from the dire
     moment: they were destroyed. Witchlord casualties were put at 100%. The group was
     destroyed! Elven casualties were put at 2%. All Elven leaders survived the battle. All the
     Elven wizards survived the fray. The troops are eager for further glory: morale is up! For
     defeating the 1st Witchlord, the 1st Elven has acquired Palantir Ambalar as spoils of war!
The same could be said about their cousins in marshlands:


Battle between the 1st Darkelven army group and the 1st Dwarven army group in the marsh of
     area KU:
      
                         Darkelven                      Dwarven
 
                                        Commanders
                    General I  Chaos                Marshal I  Cinaris
                    Captain II Beowulf              General I  Abacus
                    Captain I  Aresbulwark           Captain    Axebreaker
                                         Wizards
                      Power-3  Stanz                Power-1  Rhythamun
                      Power-2  Algor                Power-1  Vanimer
                      Power-2  Kydeata              
                                         Brigades
                            10 Kingdom              4 Kingdom
                             4 Veteran              5 Veteran
                                                    4 Recruit
                                         Infantry
                      9,000 Light Footmen          9,400 Light Footmen
                     10,200 Medium Footmen        11,200 Medium Footmen
                      1,000 Guard Footmen          2,400 Heavy Footmen
                                                     400 Guard Footmen
                                         Cavalry
                      1,000 Light Horse              900 Medium Horse
                      1,400 Medium Horse          
                                         Archers
                      1,400 Long Bows              1,700 Long Bows
                      2,000 Expert Crossbows         800 Expert Crossbows
                      1,000 Horse Curved Bows      
                                       Combat Factors
                   Exceptional Leaders              Superior Leaders
                                     Tactical Selection
                  Standard Battle Plan              Determined Attack
      
      
     Just before dawn the Darkelven army group advanced upon the Dwarven army group commanded
     by Marshal Cinaris. Knowing that their ruler had declared the Dwarven to be hostile to
     their nation, the Darkelven troops were noticably energized and had their morale raised as
     they prepared to meet their declared enemy! Due to the fact that their nation has made the
     Darkelven known as hostile to their kingdom, the Dwarven troops were invigorated and had
     their morale raised as they prepared to meet their declared enemy! As the most important
     group of their people, the fighters are visibly bolstered by the presence of the first
     Darkelven banner! As the most significant group of their history, the troops are visibly
     emboldened by being under the first Dwarven colors! 

                                       - Archers - 

     As the attackers advanced through the marsh the first missiles sang out. The Darkelven
     skilled archers inflicted light damage to their opponents lines. The Dwarven skilled
     archers inflicted little or no damage to their opponents lines. 

                                        - Magic - 

     The Darkelven wizards Stanz, Algor, and Kydeata dismounted past the defensive misslers on
     the battlefield. The Darkelven Power-3 wizard Stanz cast a series of minor assaults: some
     lighting, fire, and sonic blasts which disrupted the opposing troops. The Darkelven
     Power-3 wizard Stanz glowered intently and issued indecipherable utterances. A faintly
     visible blue shimmering began to surround the troops and noticeably lessened the
     effectiveness of the arrows of the defenders. The Darkelven Power-2 wizard Algor glowered
     intently and issued indecipherable utterances. A faintly visible blue shimmering began to
     surround the troops and noticeably lessened the effectiveness of the arrows of the
     defenders. The Darkelven Power-2 wizard Kydeata glowered intently and issued
     indecipherable utterances. A faintly visible blue shimmering began to surround the troops
     and noticeably lessened the effectiveness of the arrows of the defenders. Alarming to
     their foes, the dwarves seemed less affected by the magical attacks cast against them than
     was expected. The Dwarven wizards Rhythamun and Vanimer dismounted past the defensive
     misslers on the battlefield. The Dwarven Power-1 Wizard Rhythamun threw back his hood and
     gestured in an animated fashion. He then created a powerful warding, which would protect
     the heroes and wizards of his force from the black magics of any opposing spellcasters.
     The Dwarven Power-1 Wizard Vanimer threw back his hood and gestured in an animated
     fashion. He then created a powerful warding, which would protect the heroes and wizards of
     his force from the black magics of any opposing spellcasters. The Darkelven enlightened
     mages dealt out little or no damage to their foes as the Dwarven emphatic mages caused
     little or no losses to the Darkelven ranks. 

                                       - Artifact - 

     Dwarven Marshal Cinaris displayed the Axe of Farin for all to see, his troops thus
     encouraged multiplied their efforts and the enemy's leaders quaked as the magical axe slew
     enemy forces. By raising the Golden Spear of Lerix, Dwarven Marshal Cinaris infused his
     troops with boldness while the Darkelven leaders grew concerned as the magical spear slew
     enemy forces. 

                                       - Cavalry - 

     Bolting ahead to meet the cavalry of their foes were the Darkelven force and the Dwarven
     cavalry. The Darkelven cavalry dealt out little or no damage to the Dwarven lines. As the
     Dwarven cavalry imposed little or no damage to the Darkelven ranks. 

                                       - Infantry - 

     Stalwart infantry now charged ahead. Darkelven forces inflicted considerable damage while
     Dwarven troops dealt light damage. 

                                      - Conclusion - 

     Dwarven casualties had now exceeded acceptable levels in the judgement of Marshal Cinaris
     so he ordered the retreat be sounded. The Dwarven leaders were able to muster their forces
     and exitied the field with only a few additional casualties. Darkelven casualties were put
     at 24%. Darkelven leader Captain II Beowulf was slain in battle. Darkelven Wizard Power-2
     Kydeata was slain in battle. The Darkelven troops are eager for more victories: morale is
     up! Dwarven casualties were put at 82%. Dwarven leader Marshal I Cinaris was slain in
     battle. Dwarven leader General I Abacus was slain in battle. Dwarven leader Captain
     Axebreaker was slain in battle. Dwarven Wizard Power-1 Rhythamun was slain in battle.
     Losses suffered in the effort and depression of defeat have greatly reduced the Dwarven
     morale. 


Dupont's boys finally met their end here:


Battle between the 1st Darkelven army group and the 1st Dwarven full brigade in the marsh
     of area KU:
      
                         Darkelven                      Dwarven
 
                                        Commanders
                    General I  Chaos                Little Known Leader
                    Captain I  Aresbulwark           
                                         Wizards
                      Power-3  Stanz                Power-1  Vanimer
                      Power-2  Algor                
                                         Brigades
                             8 Kingdom              1 Kingdom
                             3 Veteran              1 Veteran
                                         Infantry
                      6,790 Light Footmen          1,078 Light Footmen
                      7,760 Medium Footmen         1,764 Medium Footmen
                        776 Guard Footmen            588 Heavy Footmen
                                                      98 Guard Footmen
                                         Cavalry
                        776 Light Horse               98 Medium Horse
                      1,067 Medium Horse          
                                         Archers
                      1,067 Long Bows                294 Long Bows
                      1,552 Expert Crossbows         196 Expert Crossbows
                        776 Horse Curved Bows      
                                       Combat Factors
                          Good Leaders              None
                                     Tactical Selection
                     Determined Attack              Organized Withdrawal
      
      
     Just before dawn the Darkelven army group advanced upon the Dwarven full brigade commanded
     by the group's little known leader. Knowing that their ruler had declared the Dwarven to
     be hostile to their nation, the Darkelven troops were noticably energized and had their
     morale raised as they prepared to meet their declared enemy! Due to the fact that their
     nation has made the Darkelven known as hostile to their kingdom, the Dwarven troops were
     invigorated and had their morale raised as they prepared to meet their declared enemy! As
     the most important group of their people, the fighters are visibly bolstered by the
     presence of the first Darkelven banner! As the most significant group of their history,
     the troops are visibly emboldened by being under the first Dwarven colors! 

                                       - Archers - 

     As the attackers advanced through the marsh the first missiles sang out. The Darkelven
     skilled archers inflicted massive damage to their opponents lines. The Dwarven skilled
     archers inflicted little or no damage to their opponents lines. 

                                      - Conclusion - 

     Dwarven casualties were put at 100%. All troops perished! Darkelven casualties were put at
     1%. All Darkelven leaders survived the battle. A new leader, Captain Feist has emerged as
     a courageous leader of much promise. All the Darkelven wizards survived the fray. The
[b]     indisputable nature of the Darkelven force's victory has greatly increased morale. 
[/b]


[b]What bothered me most about this was that his P1 went invisible and robbed me of the three artifacts in the group.  I considered this cheating as the items were not mage in origin and should have been scattered after the battle.  [/b]

[b]If i see things correctly,  the mage goes invisible and then the battle is fought.  Once the army is destroyed, the artifacts should be left on the battlefield for the victors to recover.  [/b]

Could a dispel magic have stopped this from happening?  

Congrats to HH for victory in this one.  
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I would agree it is kind of cheesy but has been published on the forum that an invisible Mage can protect the artifacts of a group if all the troops die as would a wraith. To combat this you would need to use a kill spell on the invisible Mage and have dispelled any and all protect spells.
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JF is correct. I think you could look at it as the invisible wizard being "in the know" and when the battle goes south, the wizard runs around collecting the valuables before bugging out.
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(06-05-2015, 01:47 PM)HeadHoncho Wrote: JF is correct.  I think you could look at it as the invisible wizard being "in the know" and when the battle goes south, the wizard runs around collecting the valuables before bugging out.

Perhaps...

But doesn't the invisible wizard spell go off BEFORE group engagement orders?  

If this is the case, then I would expect those artifacts to be long gone before the first missiles fly.  

If they are used in the battle then I think they are fair game.  

A guarded attack could be argued differently.  
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I'd be a little angry if I was the DW in that case. Does not make sense to me. 2 army groups head to head. DW has 2 weapon artifacts and gets wiped out. DA only has 1% losses....
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(06-06-2015, 05:08 AM)Sinestro Wrote: I'd be a little angry if I was the DW in that case. Does not make sense to me. 2 army groups head to head. DW has 2 weapon artifacts and gets wiped out. DA only has 1% losses....

Seems right to me.   The DA had better quality brigades and more of them.   the wizard superiority likely more than made up for the artifact bonuses.  But the real killer here was the DA had 10 kingdom brigades with a +35% bonus vs the DW having only 4 kingdom brigades.   The DW also had 4 brigades of recruits which fight at -25% to vets.   The DA kingdom brigades also deal a good chunk of there damage early in the archery phase before the DW infantry gets a chance to fight at there stength in hand to hand.
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DA had 24% losses in the first battle. Agree with JF, seems about right.
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I was very pleased with the outcome  Big Grin Big Grin Big Grin

The gators in those swamps had a feast I tell you. 
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I love how we will have to seriously take our army composition and terrain into account moving forward. What fantasy general would willingly lead his Dwarves into the marsh to fight Darkelves? In return, it would be a foolish Darkelf general who intentionally grappled with Dwarves in their mountains! Future Dwarves with the conquest of the Eastern Steppes in mind may find themselves seeking out mercenary brigades of Trolls or Eastern Steppes Swamp Runners (you can use that, Rick) to fill out their forces. Darkelves gazing greedily upon the Dwarven peaks may first attract Ogres or hardy Talking Mountains Slingers before venturing north.
 Lord Diamond

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