Dark Army Raid

Author: R.A. Salvatore (USA)
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Publish Date: 2003-01-01
Features: "Let that damn Golemn come quickly!" I saw all the dwarves, Kitty Bruille, even Regis, that halfling more enthusiastic about preparing lunch and napping than fighting, suddenly perk up. I could feel it too. That enticing anticipation, that camaraderie that had us patting each other on the shoulders and encouraging one another, even the smallest contribution to group defense would be praised, and everyone would cheer together when good news was announced. What was it? It wasn't just sharing the burden together, nor was it just gratitude for successfully defending what we had, though it might be taken away at any moment. At that time of extreme tension, I was so caught up in the fervent preparations that I couldn't understand it. But looking back now, it’s actually quite clear. That was hope.