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Title: The siege of Patruicus.
Post by: PlaymoMan on August 03, 2012, 02:15:00
For those of haven't the previous Balthorian photo-story, here's a link:
http://www.playmofriends.com/forum/index.php?topic=11463.0 (http://www.playmofriends.com/forum/index.php?topic=11463.0)

The king wastes no time upon his return, and immediately calls for meeting with his generals and governors.
"As you both know, a large portion of our army was destroyed in the previous battle between our forces and the mountain tribes. Now, we must decide what our next steps shall be. Ideas, gentlemen?" said the king.
The governor Regulus spoke first. "Sir, I suggest that we avoid a frontal assault. We attempted that last time we engaged and it was a disaster."
General Horax interrupted him. "Regulus, you know how mighty the army of Balthor is. A frontal assault is the best way to wipe that rabble out.
"But-" Regulus attempted to reason with Horax.
"Enough!!" the king's voice boomed. "I have made my decision. Now listen carefully..."
(http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q69/JodiHosking/PlaymobilPhotos-Summer2012027.jpg)

Meanwhile, rumors of an upcoming campaign against the mountain tribes had spread across Balthor. Many men joined the army and in the weeks that followed, underwent rigorous training to prepare them for war. The Balthorian military soon had a large number of infantry and cavalry.
(http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q69/JodiHosking/PlaymobilPhotos-Summer2012028.jpg)
(http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q69/JodiHosking/PlaymobilPhotos-Summer2012029.jpg)
A number of nobles in Patruicus, fearing an attack by mountain tribesmen, were permitted to enter the king's palace, but many poorer civilians had been left outside the gates as there had been no room for more people. The city gathered up supplies - food, water and other necessities in case of a siege.
(http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q69/JodiHosking/PlaymobilPhotos-Summer2012030.jpg)
(http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q69/JodiHosking/PlaymobilPhotos-Summer2012031.jpg)

As the king's army were making preparations for war, the mountain tribesmen were advancing with alarming speed on Patruicus. They looted many towns and villages along the way, and even burnt down the second largest city in Balthor, home to many people including a large garrison. But, soon they discovered that their remaining supply of food was dwindling.
(http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q69/JodiHosking/PlaymobilPhotos-Summer2012032.jpg)
They found treasure, yet no food, forcing the tribesmen to close in even faster on Patruicus, before running out of supplies.
(http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q69/JodiHosking/PlaymobilPhotos-Summer2012033.jpg)

In Patruicus, Horatio was still not expecting the mountain warriors to reach the capital city for a few days. He was startled when one of his agents who had infiltrated the enemy camp informed him that the tribesmen would arrive at Patruicus in a day or less. He hastily prepared his army.
(http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q69/JodiHosking/PlaymobilPhotos-Summer2012034.jpg)
His plan was to position half his army at the front gate, while the rest hid behind the palace walls, ready to surprise the enemy.
(http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q69/JodiHosking/PlaymobilPhotos-Summer2012035.jpg)
(http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q69/JodiHosking/PlaymobilPhotos-Summer2012036.jpg)
Soon the opposing army arrived at the city, shouting war cries.
(http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q69/JodiHosking/PlaymobilPhotos-Summer2012037.jpg)

To be continued... :knight:

PlaymoMan :wave:

Title: Re: The siege of Patruicus.
Post by: Pynedor on August 03, 2012, 03:35:12
Fantastic! :) The tribesmen seem to be quite an eclectic group!
Title: Re: The siege of Patruicus.
Post by: PlaymoMan on August 03, 2012, 14:57:04
Fantastic! :) The tribesmen seem to be quite an eclectic group!

Yes, eclectic indeed! I used all my Vikings and barbarians for my Balthorian army, so I was left with a very limited selection of warriors. (Dragon knights, gladiators...)
Title: Re: The siege of Patruicus.
Post by: Wolf Knight on August 03, 2012, 15:30:25
Great collection of diverse knights/vikings and other warriors!! Seems like an interesting war is coming!!!
Title: Re: The siege of Patruicus.
Post by: Giorginetto on August 18, 2012, 15:21:28
E X C E L L E N T


Look forward to this war , looks like its going to be a bloody violent one with all those fearsome and heavily weaponed warriors . Bring it on sire !!!! look forward to see some WAR !!!  :viking:
Title: Re: The siege of Patruicus.
Post by: Rhalius on August 18, 2012, 15:36:19
I am curious to see if the tribesmen will have tricks up their sleeves as well.  :)
Title: Re: The siege of Patruicus.
Post by: bonniebeth on August 18, 2012, 18:38:56
I missed this until now too!!! A great cliffhanger. :love: Can't wait to see more!
Title: Re: The siege of Patruicus.
Post by: Elric on August 19, 2012, 00:38:50
Thanks for sharing. Great story and pics.
Title: Re: The siege of Patruicus.
Post by: conniefrere on August 19, 2012, 07:06:26
Great work! thanks for sharing... :wave:
Title: Re: The siege of Patruicus.
Post by: Georgeag1972 on August 19, 2012, 08:32:51
Excellent work indeed!!! Very nice pictures and story too, well done.

Friendly George.
Title: Re: The siege of Patruicus.
Post by: PlaymoMan on August 19, 2012, 20:24:53
More to come soon... :)
Title: Re: The siege of Patruicus.
Post by: PlaymoMan on August 19, 2012, 21:55:58
As the enemy gathered outside of the kingdom's capital, the Balthorian soldiers prepared themselves for battle, standing ready at the main gate.
(http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q69/JodiHosking/PlaymobilPhotos-Summer2012038.jpg)
After a day long standoff, the mountain tribesmen suddenly approached the main gate. The Balthorian archers hastily loosed their arrows at the opposing side.
(http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q69/JodiHosking/PlaymobilPhotos-Summer2012039.jpg)
The soldiers in the front rank presented a line of sharp spears, pointed towards the enemy.
"Hold the line!!" bellowed the commanding officer, Horax.
(http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q69/JodiHosking/PlaymobilPhotos-Summer2012040.jpg)
The mountain tribesmen broke into a charge and attacked the Balthorians, easily breaking the front rank.
(http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q69/JodiHosking/PlaymobilPhotos-Summer2012041.jpg)
Sensing that the battle would be lost if reinforcements did not arrive soon, Horax gave the order for the signal to be given. A loud blast from the horn was heard over the din of the battle and the cavalry crashed into the right flank of the mountain tribesmen.

To be continued...
Title: Re: The siege of Patruicus.
Post by: PlaymoMan on August 19, 2012, 23:49:38
Oops, sorry, forgot the last pic. Next batch will be uploaded later.
Title: Re: The siege of Patruicus.
Post by: PlaymoMan on August 28, 2012, 00:31:20
(http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q69/JodiHosking/PlaymobilPhotos-Summer2012043.jpg)
The hidden infantry, also hearing the signal charged out from behind the palace and engaged the left flank of the enemy.
(http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q69/JodiHosking/PlaymobilPhotos-Summer2012044.jpg)
The mountain tribesmen were soon surrounded and realized with despair that their fate had been sealed.
(http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q69/JodiHosking/PlaymobilPhotos-Summer2012045.jpg)
Horatio bellowed, over the din, at the enemy leader, Tobidubnus, "Come and fight me, if you dare!!"
(http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q69/JodiHosking/PlaymobilPhotos-Summer2012046.jpg)
Suddenly a caped figure, wearing a plumed helmet burst out of the crowd, whirling a double bladed over his head as he ran towards Horatio.
(http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q69/JodiHosking/PlaymobilPhotos-Summer2012047.jpg)
He swung his axe down, aimed at the arm of the Balthorian king, but Horatio deflected the weapon with his kite shield.
(http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q69/JodiHosking/PlaymobilPhotos-Summer2012048.jpg)
The force of the axe was so great that Horatio dropped his shield. Sensing the opportunity, the plumed warrior, in a slashing motion swung his weapon at the head of Horatio, who ducked and just missed the blade of the axe. The momentum of the enemy's swing brought him around, so his back was facing Horatio.
(http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q69/JodiHosking/PlaymobilPhotos-Summer2012050.jpg)
Horatio plunged his blade through the back of his opponent, inflicting a fatal wound.
(http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q69/JodiHosking/PlaymobilPhotos-Summer2012051.jpg)

To be continued...
:knight:

PlaymoMan :wave:
Title: Re: The siege of Patruicus.
Post by: Georgeag1972 on August 28, 2012, 10:05:45
Great pictures with very nice scenes. My favourite picture in this page is the third one. I like it very much.
Wonderful story too. Thanks a lot for sharing.

Friendly George. :)
Title: Re: The siege of Patruicus.
Post by: PlaymoMan on August 28, 2012, 15:28:37
King Horatio turned the man over stabbed him once more. He lifted the visor up and with shock realized that he was staring into the face of the enemy leader.
(http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q69/JodiHosking/PlaymobilPhotos-Summer2012052.jpg)
One mountain tribesman noticed and with alarm, shouted, "The general is dead!!"
(http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q69/JodiHosking/PlaymobilPhotos-Summer2012053.jpg)
The remaining mountain tribesman fled the battlefield, only to be pursued by the Balthorian cavalry. The soldiers threw their arms up in triumph with a throaty roar. King Horatio's army was victorious and the enemy would not dare to attack Patruicus and the rest of Balthor again.
(http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q69/JodiHosking/PlaymobilPhotos-Summer2012054.jpg)

THE END

PlaymoMan :wave:
Title: Re: The siege of Patruicus.
Post by: Wolf Knight on August 28, 2012, 17:22:11
A very nice battle! Full excitement!! Good to see King Horatio's forces winning the day!!!
Title: Re: The siege of Patruicus.
Post by: DrDalek6 on August 29, 2012, 20:31:11
That's a really great story loved the figures and the stories, glad to hear they all stood together and won against those nasty thieves  :)
Title: Re: The siege of Patruicus.
Post by: Rhalius on August 30, 2012, 16:49:01
I like how the queen is cheering in the last picture.  :)

Great story, will the kingdom truly be safe though?