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Post by The Forgotten God on Mar 3, 2015 19:37:59 GMT -5
Catherine makes a face at that, but doesn't comment. "I am sure you know best, my love." She wipes her face with a hand, almost like trying to wash some invisible stain away.
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Post by Amelia Royce on Mar 3, 2015 19:45:04 GMT -5
Benjen caught her hand gently. "My love, I wish this life could be easier. Take good care of Rickon, Ned and Joanna while I'm away. And keep a crossbow close." He added with a smile.
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Post by The Forgotten God on Mar 3, 2015 19:46:51 GMT -5
"I will," she says. "Don't let any of them live."
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Post by Amelia Royce on Mar 3, 2015 19:48:21 GMT -5
"I won't," Benjen said, kissing his wife. He picked up each one of his children, gave them a peck on the nose before leaving.
A bell later the army began its march.
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Post by Amelia Royce on Mar 8, 2015 17:34:04 GMT -5
Benjen returns to his own host and sends out messenger to tell the army to prepare for battle. He nods to Crowl to follow him to his tent, waving at Lord Karstark and Lard Liddle to join him as well.
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Post by Karyl Crowl on Mar 8, 2015 17:35:48 GMT -5
Crowl follows along with a slight grin, more so at the prospect of being called for by name by the stranger then anything else. And that he would soon get to fight again it was a toss up.
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Post by Lyonel on Mar 8, 2015 17:39:15 GMT -5
"Your Majesty!" Karstark rode to the Prince's side, his golden eagle roosted on his left arm. Before riding to battle he'd release the raptor so it could hunt while they fought.
"Don't think you have met, Sire." He said with a smile, drawing the bird closer to the Prince. "This is Varamyr."
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Post by Amelia Royce on Mar 8, 2015 17:50:51 GMT -5
Benjen smiled. "A fine bird you have there, Lord Karstark." He held his hand out to the animal, hoping it wasn't a biter. "I will need you to keep your eye open today, Lord Galbart. If either Everett Blackwood or myself fall you will need to take over command."
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Post by Lyonel on Mar 8, 2015 17:54:48 GMT -5
"I will, Sire." Galbart nodded solemnly. "Altough I don't truly take that as a possibility."
"By your name I swear: We will leave this battle field victorious or I shan't leave at all." He pledged.
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Post by Amelia Royce on Mar 8, 2015 18:11:01 GMT -5
Benjen nodded. "I appreciate the vow, Lord Galbart, but let us not hope it comes to that." He looked at the bird with curiosity for a moment. "Varamyr is quite a powerful bird, is he not? He may come in use this battle."
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Post by Lyonel on Mar 8, 2015 18:15:19 GMT -5
"Unfortunately, he has his own agenda, I can't guarantee he'll be useful. But I hope so, he may choose to pick a lion or two." Galbart said frankly. "Raptors are not like dogs or horses, once they are in the air, they do whatever the want."
"Only I wish I could be one of those wargs legends tell off... To see the skies from their head would be a dream."
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Post by Karyl Crowl on Mar 8, 2015 18:22:19 GMT -5
Crowl follows along Prince Benjen and Lord Karstark willingly, his eyes unwavering from the bird perched on Karstarks arm. Dreams of roast poultry occupy his mind as he licks his lips.
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Post by Amelia Royce on Mar 8, 2015 18:22:56 GMT -5
"That is better than nothing, though I can only marvel at the idea of skinchanging. Nevertheless, Varamyr's contribution will be worthwhile." Benjen turned to the Crowl. "Karyl, you recall what we spoke of before marching? I believe fifty men will be enough to try and punch through to Lefford's position. Find yourself the toughest bastards you can."
He made sure his sword belt was cinched tightly, then turned back to Karyl. "And please don't kill him."
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Post by Karyl Crowl on Mar 8, 2015 18:43:10 GMT -5
"Don't kill Lefford?" Crowl says confused. "Isn't that the mission? Can I kill the other one though? The one who called me by name?" He says with a grin.
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Post by Amelia Royce on Mar 8, 2015 18:45:43 GMT -5
Benjen returned the smile. "I only want Lefford distracted so that he can't focus on commanding his army. As for Swyft... if he gets in your way then kill him. No doubt the man will be looking for you. I want Lars to be in your group, keeping you cover with his bow."
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