"Well you must have made quite the impression on the Earl. He has appointed you as lieutenants in the Royal army." He hands the letter back to Tony. "At any rate the barbarians are amassing about a two hour march out into the east. When we first sent word to the Earl they only numbered maybe 20 or so, but they are apparently the tip of the Barbarian scouting party. They know we are here and are headed our way."
The Letter:
Stavis: The bulk of the men are a mix of enlisted soldiers and some older soldiers. They have no immediate health concerns beside too much red meat in their diet and probably liver scarring from excess ale consumption. They each have a long bow, 30 arrows in their supply, a long sword, a long shield, and a horse.Captain Thrain,
I have received your word about a scouting party, and am sending some highly qualified individuals who can assist you until a proper regiment can fortify your position. For their acts of valor and heroism in the face of danger against the crown they are to be treated as lieutenants under your command until such time that they deem necessary to leave. I know you are a new to the post, and don't have any battle testing to you, so you'd be wise to take their counsel. That said all final decisions will fall on your shoulders.
Earl Karlkyns under Duke Rausten's banner in service of King Gavin