A Warden of Noble Blood

by JackOLantern1337

Elissa Cousland lives a charmed existence. Born into nobility, raised by loving parents, trained as a warrior and leader. But one day that all changes. Her home is destroyed. Her family is gone. Now she must save the world from a dreaded evil, while managing friends and relationships. Follow her as she recounts these events in her diary. Fem Cousland X Alister

19. Dawn Breaks

Dawn breaks and we all live. The trap worked to perfection, though it was very disconcerting to fight the ones that kept going whilst on fire. They also attempted a push across the lake but we held firm.

We held a ceremony for those killed during the previous days of fighting. Kaitlyn told us her Grandfather had fought alongside King Maric during the war and subsequently worked to clear Dragons from the Hinterlands after their reemergence. He was granted land in Redcliffe in return for his service, but lost most of his money after being taken advantage of by false friends. She insisted I have the sword. I told her that once I came into money I'd help them out. One more reason to win this war I suppose.

Bann Teagan met us at the Mill and informed us that their was a secret passage in the Mill, something only the Gurrien family and their most trusted associates were pricey too. He feared if he told us of the passage we'd have rushed in and abandoned the village. I understand his reluctance but their is obviously some greater evil in the castle, and ending it could have ended the threat.

He had just finished his explanation when Isolde came running to us. She claims the cause of the walking corpses is a Mage. He poisoned Eamon, doing so under the orders of Tyern Logain. And to think I used to think that scoundrel a hero. Connor and the Arl are still alive, but Eamon is being kept alive by something the mage unleashed. Only the Gurrien family is allowed to live, it is killing the castle soldiers and servants and turning them into walking corpses. It sounds like this "evil" is a demon.

Isolde claims the demon wanted Teagan to follow her back to the castle, alone. She claims only he can convince Conner to flee, or help him in some way. Apparently the demon really cares for the boy, very suspicious.

Teagan agreed to return with Isolde, while me, Alistair, Leliana and Morrigan infiltrate the castle. Once inside we will open the gate for Ser Perth and his Knights, as well as Sten and Griffon. Eamon is the priority but I promised Alistair I'd save them all. And I intend to keep that promise. Can't say I'm thrilled to fight in another overrun castle. Brings up to many bad memories.