Battle of Hui Ji

[Zhu Jun]

Background: Having no other forces to turn upon his rule, Sun Ce seeks to expand his territory to one of the minor Lords of this realm.. Wang Lang.




Here is the map of the battlefield.
The brown represents two bridges that cross the river.
Chadu is a supply debot that is guarded by Wang Lang.
The Lime Green are trees/forestry areas.


Positions:
Wang Lang's forces are stationed within Hui Ji city Walls

Sun Ce's forces will be coming in from the South.

Rules



Reminded for a good use of English

No godmodding

No meta-gaming

No double posting

A sense of realism and reality is required

The outcome of the battle can rely on more then one thing.

How well you roleplay will also affect the outcome.

Reinforcements must be stated and given a realistic time to arrive.



Officers or Leaders MUST state what troops they have with them during this battle on their first post. This included sieges weapons. This can be done by officers stating their troops one by one, or the leader taking the role upon him self stating all the troops present of his officers.

Your moderator for this battle will be: Emperor Xian
Best of luck to both sides.

[Credit for Map: Simon/Sun Ce]

[Sun Ce]

It was decided. It was now time to put an end to Wang Lang who was an inefficient leader, not capable to defending his people from the Shanyue, and also aiding bandits to the likes of Yan Baihu. But now was not a time to reflect on what he has done, but make a difference and rescue the people of Hui Ji, as his horse raced forward with Taishi Ci on his right, and Sa Ten on his left, heading towards Hui Ji. As Sun Ce raced forwards, he thought about his meeting with Zhang Zhao before he left.....

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[Hours earlier before setting off]

Zhang Zhao walked towards Sun Ce and stroked his beard, as all officers gathered round him for War Council. Now that it was time to unify the land and show the region the strength of their forces, "Mylord, all that has been discussed here is good. However, military strength is not all that is needed, but also strategy. Please consider your options carefully and remember to do the least expected".

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When they got closer, Sun Ce turned to Sa Ten who disappeared to the left, then back at Taishi Ci who was beside him and nodded, as he looked forward again and charged forwards with him. Their troops would remain inbetween the two forests, while Sun Ce attempts to speak to Wang Lang. Since he cannot hear him, he called for a messenger who sent a message to Wang Lang.

Once the messenger arrived at his designated co-ordinates, he read the words of the letter out, "Wang Lang! I, Sun Ce, the son of the tiger of Jiangdong, gives you an opportunity to surrender and prevent any bloodshed. If you should wish to attack me, then let's get it over and done with. I am only here to free the people, after the lack of care you have treated them by not defending them against the Shanyue tribe which I and my officers can deal with. Send someone down to me for your answer. We shall await your response", before leaving them with the message as the messenger returned.

If they wish to reply, Wang Lang himself or an officer he trusted could come down, either to surrender or deal with Sun Ce while he was weak and take the opportunity.

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Actions:
Sun Ce w/ Sa Ten, and Taishi Ci has arrived.
Their armies halted ther advance at the start of the East Forest, while he charges alone with Taishi Ci to the Bridge and sending a messenger who later returns.

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Troops: 6000
1000 Jiang Swordsmen
1000 Jiang Bowmen
1000 Jiang Axemen
1000 Jiang Cavalry
1000 Jiang Crossbowmen
1000 Jiang Militia

Siege Equipment:
3 Battering Rams
3 Siege Towers

(NB: To all officers participating in this battle, if you are unsure about anything regarding the battle, please bring your queries to the War Council. Thank you)

[Taishi Ci]

Troops:
1,000 Jiang Militia
1,500 Jiang Swordmen
750 Jiang Crossbowmen
700 Jiang Calvary
200 Jiang Spearmen
250 Jiang Axemen=4,200

Taishi Ci rode right behind his lord Sun Ce as they raced to Hui Ji to take the land from the ruler unworthy of having it, Wang Lang. When Ci saw Sun Ce leave his troops between the forests, he did the same as he raced foward to the bridge with his lord. The messenger left to give Wang the message. Ci sat there on his horse waiting for the response.

EDIT: Tidied up for you Bei

[Emperor Feng]

The tides of battle rolled forward, the forces of Sun Ce arrived on the outskirts of Huji and dug deep into the Forest to the East; which was positioned close to the Supply Depot of Chadu. However, were they aware of the army guarding the Supply Depot?.. As the two ride off, Sun Ce taking the lead with Taishi Ci to act as bodyguard, a message sent to the to the walls of the city; surrender hailed from all corners!

However, it seemed the Governor was not going to simply yield to such folly.. On the other hand, reports came from the South that reinforcements were on their way, in the form of Tori Yomi, Ji Xiaolian and Shianna Chan; their direction is rumoured to set up ambush within the Western forest!

Troop Loses

None so far, contact is yet to be made!


Notices

• Offer of surrender has been made, but refused!
  
• Shianna Chan will arrive after 1 Mod Post!
  
• Tori Yomi will arrive after 1 Mod Post!
  
• Ji Xiaolian will arrive after 1 Mod Post!
  

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Within the city the reports were coming thick and fast, many rushing to save each other..their possessions, civilians attempted to escape the city; however, no leave was given to them. "Such a childish fool! To turn against me, allow no one to leave the city; this matter shall be delt with upon the fields and eradicated immediatly!" No word of reply was given to the message purged by the enemy Leader, for the show of force was more than enough for Sun Ce to gain the answer.. Archers mounted the walls and placed their aim for any intruders who wished to gain entrace. Wang Lang took the fore and sword in hand gestured for the three top Generals to take the battlefield, however, they could not forget about defence. "I was not born yesterday, I shall show him the true art of war. Send a message to our brethren of the South, Yan Baihu and his brother Yan Yu, they shall aid us with this cur!" With a bow, the one chosen to relay the message made swift to leave..if time was wasted he would surely be punished, to the Southern parts of the land he would travel, where the two brothers hide in waiting with the aid of Shanyue mobs. "Your, make with haste to Chadu and inform them of our movements to defend; make sure it is not taken into enemy hands..they must defend our supplies with their lives, understood?" Though a man not known for military brilliance, Wang was showing considerable cunning for the defence of his city..when placed into such a tight position, the arts of strength and confidence would always prevail the body. Another messenger sent out to relay orders, not for reinforcements but for one of warning to Chadu; the supply depot some way from the city but still important nonetheless..with that in their control, no doubt of trouble would be caused in the future!..

"Xu Gong, take the vanguard and prepare to meet Sun Ce on the battlefield. Do not hesitate to attack, we must repel them away from the city; you shall then be reinforced by Ministers Xu Jing and Yu Fan. When we have pushed them back far from the city I shall take the field, then we all shall eradicate these fools!" Each nodded, they weren't too sure of the plan, for they had no true fighting Generals within their control.. Even Xu Gong was not known for military prowess, but they must not show this weakness to the enemy. They had to defend the city from the invaders and they would do so at all costs.

"Men! Head out, we shall take the vanguard and show these fools to never place their blade against us!" With a hail the men went into formation, their move was to travel outside the city gates via the Southern Gate and to meet the enemy. However, upon looking at the terrain before them, a stroke of genius came to the Minister and a coy smile appeared upon his expression. "Burn the bridge! We shall volley those who try to stop us, quickly!"

Xu Gong
400 Jiang Bowmen
600 Jiang Militia
750 Jiang Cavalry
300 Jiang Spearmen
475 Jiang Swordsmen
475 Jiang Pikemen

They went to the off, the Jiang Militia began to gain anything they could as kindling for the top of the bridge; they would burn their side of the crossing and destroy it halting the enemy from that route. However, the messenger would have no path of return. "Archers, move to the fore and guard the men!" A thrust of the sword and the men moved into formation, the bowmen behind the militia burning the bridge; any enemy who approached would gain a volley of arrows upon them. "Militia, if men do approach take them down while the others continue with destroying the bridge! Another order taken, if any of Sun Ce's men managed to survive the rain of arrows then the Militia stationed to destroy the bridge would lash out allowing the burning to continue while others fended of the enemy..

"Xu Jing, Yu Fan.. Take to the battlefield, Xu Jing take the West gate and head for Chadu for defence, that way we can attack Sun Ce from two directions." The sword was then gestured to the final Minister, they were all taken back by this spur of strategy by their Governor..if only he showed such care for military matters with the Shanyue.. "Minister Yu, take your men to the Southern Gate and be the aid for Minister Xu; if further trouble occurs.. I shall come be your reinforcements." Both ministers made their leave of the palace grounds, they had to act fast and not allow the invaders chance to take advantage of them; they knew their heads would roll if they did. "We head West, Chadu is our destination; do not faltor, this day shall be ours!" The Minister was not too sure that Wang could handle this amount of strength from an enemy, even though his confidence had bloomed from nowhere; there was something within Xu Jing's mind itching that today would not be theres...

Xu Jing
1000 Jiang Cavalry
500 Jiang Axemen
500 Jiang Spearmen
500 Jiang Swordsmen
500 Jiang Pikemen


As ordered, the Minister Yu took the defence of the Southern Gate, watching the impressive move by his fellow comrade; surely the defence from this side would be settled..all they needed to do now was hope that Xu Jing can hold off the attackers at Chadu; if the supplies went, he was not sure the city would hold out longer. Holding the position, Yu Fan could only watch the Minster Xu take form and continue with destroying the bridge; if this failed and Xu was pushed back, then Yu would come to aid him and tear apart the enemy..


Yu Fan
750 Jiang Militia
250 Jiang Bowmen
400 Jiang Cavalry
500 Jiang Spearmen
100 Jiang Swordsmen
500 Jiang Axemen
500 Jiang Pikemen



"Act with haste, station yourself within the city and prepare to aid both Minister Yu and Minister Xu. We shall spread our troops to both Southern and Western Gates for a full hardy defence!" Another hail as the Governor went to act himself, though remaining within the city many believed he would lock himself inside the Palace grounds. However, being backed into a corner by Sun Ce made an unknown confidence burst into each limb and cause this aging man to turn into a youthful General of old. He was not willing to simply kowtow to a scourge like Sun Ce!...


Wang Lang
Unit at City:
500 Jiang Swordsmen
500 Jiang Spearmen
500 Jiang Militia
500 Jiang Pikemen
500 Jiang Axemen
500 Jiang Cavalry

Unit stationed on Wall:
400 Jiang Bowmen

Unit at Chadu:
500 Jiang Militia
500 Jiang Swordsmen
500 Jiang Spearmen
100 Jiang Bowmen

Summary

• Messenger 1 has been sent to Yan Baihu & Yan Yu; moving quickly Sun Ce could capture him!
  
• Messenger 2 has been sent to Chadu to prepare for defence!
  
• Xu Gong has moved outside the city and began to destroy the bridge; if not acted upon, his half of the birdge shall be destroyed in 1 Mod Post!
  
• Xu Jing has moved out of the West Gate and is making his way to defend Chadu!
  
• Yu Fan is stationed at South Gate as reinforcements for Xu Gong's unit!
  
• Wang Lang has taken position in the city and will be the aid for Yu Fan and Xu Gong; his force split between South Gate & West Gate.
  

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MAP OF POSITIONS




Key:
Yellow= Wang Lang
Pink= Xu Gong
Blue= Yu Fan
Purple= Xu Jing
Green= Messenger 1 & 2

Red= Sun Ce
Orange= Taishi Ci

[Barbarian]

(Because my turn was missed, I am to post as if I have already posted before, which is why my forces are now at the bridge)

SPOILER: Click to show

Post music: Make Haste!

Sa Ten

-600 Jiang Cavalry
-300 Jiang Bowmen
-300 Jiang Crossbowmen

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Sa Ten had raced from the side of his lord Sun Ce to the western bridge, his troops just as furious and determined as their leader. Sa hadn't heard anything from his son Zan, who had infiltrated the city two days ago, he expected the worst outcome and was now so angry at the enemy that he was struggling to control himself. Zan was in fact with his brother Enma, unbeknownst to Sa.

He led his cavalry, his bowmen and crossbowmen hitching a ride on the back of his cavalry horses, to the bridge where they all dismounted, his cavalry riders using cutting axes brought with them to destroy the bridge, cutting the suport ropes first, then the posts used for holding the ropes. The bridge now destroyed, Sa ordered his men to mount up and turn their attention towards Chadu, it took a while for them to get back into formation...

[Sun Ce]

SPOILER: Click to show

Music for your enjoyment while you read
It's a spoiler because it is - Here

Taishi Ci
(By Request and with Permission but for this turn only)

The messenger returned to face Sun Ce and Taishi Ci, and after gasping for breath, "They will not surrender".

Taishi Ci leaned back on his horse. Seems this battle will happen for sure. He turned to the messenger to speak to him, but Sun Ce had already sent him on his way, but in the corner of his eye, as he turned towards the forests, he saw the armies coming to support them.

"Haha! Let me deal with Xu Gong, Sun Ce. Let me show you my courage and bravery in battle", he bellowed. As soon as his troops were with him, he ordered, "All units, except for Calvary and Spearmen, stay on this side of the river and wait for me!", as he turned to his Calvary and Spear units, "Let's charge!", as he and his horse raced onto the Bridge.

As they now entered in enemy range, Taishi Ci held out his weapon to protect himself against the arrows which his troops would take care of, while he swung his rods on both sides of him to take care of the troops who were trying to destroy the Bridge, "Haha! I am Taishi Ci. Your plan has failed. Now you face my might!", as he continued his attack with his spearmen and calvary through the enemy flanks.

Unknown to the enemy that he was lieing, he played an officer in distress, as he said it not far from Xu Gong so he could hear him, "Here I am, taking down the scum", as he swung his rods to attack the enemy around him, "And yet my Lord Ce is on his own vulnerable, with no way for me to save him".

Sun Ce

After sending word to the messenger to fetch Ci's troops and to tell his troops to come slowly but leave Siege Weapons where they were, Sun Ce caught sight of someone who was not military at all, crossing the bridge, trying to stay away from Taishi Ci's charge. Sun Ce took a deep breath, then lifted his swords and used one to block him going forwards, with the other one close to his side, ready to strike, "I cannot allow you to pass", as Sun Ce pulled his swords fiercely back to him, causing the messenger to fall. it wasn't something he liked to do, but did not want the enemies' plans to work.

Once Sun Ce saw Taishi Ci near Xu Rong across the Bridge, it was now his part to play. His troops were still coming but very slowly as ordered, as he roared, "Xu Gong! Why don't you come face me yourself?! I have no officers round me and yet you hestiate to attack. Come! I shall give you the chance, come and cross this bridge and attack me while you can. Wang Lang shall be pleased and offer you rewards, or are you afraid?!", as his horse begun to stamp its feet and move around.

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Actions:
Taishi Ci, with his Calvary and Spears, has charged over the bridge and took care of the Militia who were trying to destroy the Bridge, while charging near Xu Gong and acting as an officer in distress, to show that Sun Ce is now alone.

Sun Ce stands by then noticies the messenger, which he stops and kills to prevent reinforcements from coming. His troops are moving slowly on purpose towards Sun Ce who has just taunt Xu Rong to come and fight him to get rewards from Wang Lang.

[Emperor Feng]

All move to the fore! Sun Ce uses the initiative and reprimands the messenger, however, given no quarter the poor youth is instantly felled with ease! A charge across the bridge Taishi Ci destroyed the attempts of Minister Xu Gong to take down the bridge to halt their attacks. A ploy has been strung, to place within the foe that Sun Ce is a weak opponent. However, it would have been successful if the Leader himself did not challenge the Minister to attack! To the position of Minister Xu Jing came a terrible sight, General Sa Ten had successfully destroyed the birdge! What to do! What to do! Chadu can no longer be accessed with this route!

To place salt into the wound, reinforcements appear in the form of Shianna Chan, Ji Xiaolian and Tori Yomi! Furthermore, there are rumours circulating that the Shan Yue have been informed of the skirmish and are heading to attack Hui Ji!

Horror! Horror! From a plot forwarded by the vassal of Sun Ce, Zan Ten has successfully poisoned the supplies of the city; chaos shall indeed ensue!

Troop Loses

Xu Gong
20 Jiang Bowmen
150 Jiang Militia
10 Jiang Cavalry
15 Jiang Spearmen
20 Jiang Swordsmen
35 Jiang Pikemen

Taishi Ci
30 Jiang Calvary - Collision & Archers on Wall
40 Jiang Spearmen - Collision & Archers on Wall


Notices

• Shianna Chan has arrived!
  
• Ji Xiaolian has arrived!
  
• Tori Yomi has arrived!
  
• Sa Ten as destroyed the Western bridge!
  
• Ploy of vulnerability by Taishi Ci failed!
  
• Sun Ce's taunts successful!
  
• Water & Granary supplies within the city poisoned! - loses made in the next Mod Post.
  
• Word of Shan Yu attacking! - Arrive after 1 Mod Post!
  

+ COULD ALL COMBATANTS WITH TROOP LOSES POST THEIR EDITED TROOP AMOUNT!

+ REINFORCEMENTS PUT YOUR TROOP AMOUNT IN YOUR FIRST POST!

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With the enemy upon him the Minister Xu turned into a fright, the plans for the destruction of the bridge had been thwarted by the charge of Taishi Ci; a reknowned general of men.. To see such a figure charge for you could not allow the heart to find a clam state to rest, the collision was met and the men fell to-and-fro..many scrambled to the fore and took casualties of their own. With the bridge no longer an option, the Minister sought aid and quickly, but, this could not be thought upon when the General feigned Sun Ce's vulnerability. A coy smile approached upon Xu Gong, to take this advantage would be a rare moment. However, it was swiftly brought to the dust as Sun Ce, himself, began to taunt the Minister. Of course, not one of steady mind he moved to the off and rage surged through each vein. "You cur! To speak in such a manner to a being who has served our Empire with each drop of blood!!.. Men, sally forth! Charge through and take the Leader's head, this shall be an easy victor!" A hail for the order, the men began to ignore the sight of Taishi Ci and turned their direction towards the main unit of Sun Ce..some knew it was a foolish idea, however, how could they turn open their Minister?

Xu Gong
380 Jiang Bowmen
450 Jiang Militia
740 Jiang Cavalry
285 Jiang Spearmen
455 Jiang Swordsmen
440 Jiang Pikemen

From the gates the Minister Yu looked on in disbelief, had he truely placed this order in motion? To simply ignore the enemy at the front and charge to the right to attack Sun Ce??.. Shaking his head, Yu Fan waved his sword into the air, his own unit taking form and listening for their order. "Reinforce Minister Xu! Wheel around and attack the left flank of General Taishi!" Finaly logic was placed upon the field as Yu Fan had his entire unit move around Xu Gong, not wishing to ridicule his comrade infront of the enemy, or unit for that matter..aid had to be given, thus Taishi Ci would be confronted from the left by Yu Fan!

Within the city walls Wang Lang saw the rucus occuring and took to fear, they had pushed his two Ministers back to the gates? A gasp of terror, the sword was flung into the air, men formed to respond. "Seal the gates! Do not allow the enemy to enter the city!!" It was something his men did not suspect, to lock all officers of the Governor outside the city..they were mere Ministers, not men of war; how could they defend themselves when their Leader has locked himself inside the city walls?! However, they could not question the words and thus, men were placed into action and the gates were set ot be shut...and sealed!

But, a serpent lay within the brush, the venom placed into it's target and soon to surge the city into disarray! Zan Ten, vassal of the Sun Ce General, Sa Ten, had snuck into the city via guise and placed a poison into the Granary and the Aquaduct of the city; the city's Supplies had been poisoned! It would cause nausia and then uncomfortable bowels, to then vommiting and diaorrhea. Who would be the victims? Of course, the civilians within the city...

To the far West, Xu Jing saw no worries in gaining foot towards the supply depot at Chadu. Enemies did not lay traps for them to encounter, or so they believed, the messenger was crossing the bridge when suddenly.. Sa Ten himself came from the field and hacked away at the chains and rope that bound the bridge. The poor soul fell into the waters and flushed away, the body floating upstream a sign of something array for those who were at the other bridge! Gasp of shock as the fear turned Minister Xu's complexion pale, a ghost had crept upon him surely! "Men! Retreat, we must inform Governor Wang!" When wheeling round to withdraw back to the city, the collision of the other two Ministers could be seen in the distance..he could not retreat into the city like a coward, they needed help!.. "Charge to reinforce the rear flank of Minister Yu!" As they took the order, he too found Minister Xu Gong's movements untoward; why was he charging at an enemy so far away..while their was a General of the foe infront of him?!..

If all was not turned to dust, the villagers spread rumour of another banner being raised from the West.. Who could these beings be to interfer with the skirmish? To the ear's horror the name was spoken, a tribe of the Shan Yue was approaching to take advantage of Huiji's vulnerability!!


Summary

• Xu Gong has yielded to the taunt and has decided to charge at Sun Ce!
  
• Yu Fan is moving round Xu Gong's force to attack the left flank of Taishi Ci!
  
• With the West Bridge out, Xu Jing moves to reinforce Yu Fan!
  
• Wang Lang has moved to seal the gates of Huiji!
  
• The Cities supplies have been poisoned! [this will take effect in the next Mod Post]
  

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MAP OF POSITIONS






Key:

Yellow= Wang Lang
Pink= Xu Gong
Blue= Yu Fan
Purple= Xu Jing

Red= Sun Ce
Orange= Taishi Ci
Maroon= Sa Ten
Beige= Shianna Chan
Green= Ji Xiaolian
Black= Tori Yomi

[Sun Ce]

Sun Ce smiled seeing his taunt was successful, then turned to the Taishi Ci's remaining forces after seeing more enemy units approaching Taishi's position, so his original plan of attack would need to be changed, but it was no problem for the cunning Sun Ce, "Cross the Bridge and unite with Taishi Ci's main unit. More enemies are approaching his position".

He waited until all of Taishi's men were over, then when Xu Gong and his men came onto the bridge, Sun Ce laughed, "You should not be so arrogant Xu Rong....byee" then raised one of his swords, and slashed on the chains and the ropes on his side of the bridge, which would undoubtfully cause the whole bridge to fall and the enemy to fall in.

Once his forces arrived behind him, he smiled, then turned to his men, "Begin constructing a bridge. We're going to need one", as he turned back and glanced forward towards Taishi Ci, "You can do it Ci!", he said to himself.

[bowdie]

Troops: 2000

250 Jiang Spearmen
250 Jiang Swordsmen
500 Jiang Cavalry
250 Jiang Bowmen
250 Jiang Crossbowmen
250 Jiang Axemen
250 Jiang Militia

Siege Equipment:

Shianna arrives on the battle with her troops as reinforcements for the Sun Army.She sees Sun Ce and his officers all in place for the battle.Shianna then turns to her troops having them form up into formation preparing for battle.Shianna yells to Sun Ce out loud of her presents."Lord Sun Ce Reinforcements have arrived to assist you."

She then looks to her troops giving orders to her next move."Move to Lord Sun Ce's position and assist him.We cannot afford to pace ourselves.We must move in a quick step.""Shianna and her troops move to Sun Ce quickly to assist him.

Soon Shianna and troops reach Sun Ce and his troops seeing them rebuilding the bridge.Shianna turns to her captain of the troops."Captain have the troops assist Sun Ce's troop on rebuilding that bridge on the double."Shianna trots over to Sun Ce on her horse and stands near him.

[Barbarian]

Post Theme: Strike Them Down!

Sa Ten

Sa remembered the initial plan drawn up by his son, Enma. Distract the guards at Chadu at all costs and keep thier attention fixed on him.

"OI!! YOU SCUM OF WANG LANG!! LISTEN HERE!!! YOU NOW FACE THE BARBARIAN OF JIANG DONG!! FEAR ME AND LET YOURSELVES FEEL THE LAST EMOTION YOU SHALL EVER FEEL IN THIS WORLD!! ARCHERS, RAIN FIRE UPON THEM!!" bellowed Sa Ten, his rage spiralling into absolute blistering fury. His archers and crossbowmen firing fire arrows into Chadu. He let out one last roar of defiance, which would make the enemy cower in fear.

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Enma & Zan Ten

Troops: 3700
----1100 Jiang Swordsmen
----600 Jiang Spearmen
----600 Jiang Axemen
----300 Jiang Crossbowmen
----700 Jiang Bowmen
----100 Jiang Scout Cavalry
----300 Jiang Militia

Seige Equipment: 8
----1 Catapult
----5 Siege Ladders
----1 Siege Tower
----1 Battering Ram

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After arriving on the battlefield, Enma and Zan had kept their troops out of sight of the guards of Chadu, secretly preparing his Seige Equipment to continue forward, and still keeping it out of sight. With the guards preoccupied with his father, Sa Ten, Enma and Zan would set up the Seige Equipment quickly and quietly and attack the Chadu guards from behind. Even if they were discovered, the guards would have no time to form up and be caught up in confusion and killed rather easily. Either way, it was win-win.

"Send messengers to the other officers attacking Chadu telling them not to attack until the ladders are set up and the tower is connected to the battlements." Enma said queitly to his cheif messenger. The man did as he was told with great speed, obviously pumped up with excitement.
"Zan, you are in charge of leading the teams who are setting everything up, you remember where they were to go?"
"Of course I do"
"Good, now go" and with that, Zan sped off to order the troops to set up the equipment. The results of the great gamble would now be aparent.

The seige teams, cladden with padding to reduce noise moved quickly and quietly towards the walls of Chadu. As soon as one ladder went up, the enemy would probably be alerted, so they all had to go up at about the same time. The empty seige tower, lying on its back and being pushed from the outside would be stood up when it reached the battlements.
"3. 2. 1. GO!" The ladders raised and so did the tower, connecting to the battlements. The crew quickly moved out of the way of the charging army coming from behind them.

As soon as the ladders went up, Enma ordered the charge, instructing the strongest unit to go first, his Jiang Axemen.

Let us see the results of this sneak attack on Chadu...
The pieces of the giant chess board move ever forward...

[Tori Yomi]

Troops: 4000

Jiang Axemen 500
Jiang Spearmen 1000
Jiang Bowmen 500
Jiang Cavalry 1000
Jiang Swordsmen 500
Jiang Crossbowmen 300
Jiang Scout Cavalry 200

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Tori finally arrived upon the battlefield and now he had Chadu in his sights. He hungered to take the fort from the enemy and make use of what he could from it. He moved his troops forward and was soon given the message to wait until the ladders were up. "Archers! Crossbowmen! Move forward and make sure to give cover fire to our allies and kill the enemies who are visible on the walls. Leave no one alive!" Tori commanded before turning to his axemen and swordsmen. “I want you guys to climb the ladders and start the slaughter within the walls of Chadu until the enemy surrenders to us. If they don’t surrender then they must be wiped out by your blades!” He spoke before letting the five hundred axemen and five hundred swordsmen rush towards the fort.

Tori now focused upon his cavalry. “I want you to hang back in the safety of the woods and patrol them for any enemy ambushes if any. I don’t want to take risks. Spearmen, head for the northern edge of the forest and wait there for further commands. If you see any of the gates open then enter Chadu.” Tori grinned and nodded his head before turning towards Chadu, his heart beating with excitement within his chest. His eyes expressed the sheer enjoyment of the battles air; he drew the scent into his nostrils and breathed out in a pleasurable manner. “How I missed this smell, blood and sweat... death lingers over our heads.”

It had been a long time since he had witnessed conflict and he was desperate to get his hands dirty. Tori hurried towards the fort to give support to his troops that were already making their way there, he hoped to prove himself worthy to Lord Sun Ce and to the other officers within the same army. “Don’t fail me now my men!” He cheered to make sure the men held strong and wouldn’t back down from the fight. “Show them the spirit of our army and make them crumble before you!” Tori laughed aloud, for such a small person he had a huge spirit. Tori was not going to back down, it didn’t matter who was cut down just as long as he kept charging towards the enemy then he knew he could win.

[Ji Xiaolian]

Troops - 2000
2000 Jiang Militia


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Ji Xiaolian arrived not that far behind from Tori, her 2000 militia not far behind. She was excited yet nervous at the same time. That's just how she felt during a battle. She held her Guan Dao close, letting out a huff as she followed behind Tori.

She adjusted her armor a bit as she slowed down and approached. "Alright, time to put all our hard work to show. Let's just hope we don't screw this up!" She mumbled to herself. "No worries. We'll kick them in the face." She reassured herself as they slowed down before Chadu. "Time to prove I can fight even though I'm a woman." She mumbled to herself, scratching her neck. "Alright, everyone! Support Tori's troops!" She called to her soldiers, pointing towards Tori's own unit.

"Don't let any plans fail! Keep as many of our people alive as possible!" She commanded her unit followed behind Tori's to support him in Enma's plan.

[Taishi Ci]

Taishi Ci ducked a sword slash from the enemy and replied in full. He quickly swung one of his maces straight at the soldiers head, snapping his neck on impact. He then ran towards another soldier and quickly put him down. He must hold them off as long as possible. He then began to slam his maces on the groud while yelling a terrifying scream trying to lower the enemy's morale while raising his and his soldier's morale, he then ran towards another group of soldiers with his maces swinging...

[Emperor Feng]

To the dismay of all, the Lead of the Invaders displays an act of dishonour yet strategem of brilliance; the East bridge has been destroyed! - The entirity of Xu Gong's force plumits into the waters and is sent hurtling upstream, including himself, leaving no survivors. Swiftly actions are put in place to form another bridge, as they have left Taishi Ci on his own! - Aid comes from the rear in the form of Shianna Chan, who moves to build another bridge with Sun Ce.

Chadu now vulnerable, those stationed inside are sent into confusion with the sneak attack of Enma and Zan Ten as their comrade-in-arms Tori Yomi act the same; both scowering the walls to attack the supply depot from the inside! - Dismay has ensued and the Captain of the Supply Depot sees no other option than surrender, to rather save souls than merely waste them. [the troops have been shared between Tori Yomi & Sa Ten] Taking the rear flank support comes from the youth Ji Xiaolian and moves to aid Tori Yomi!

Indeed chaos is being placed to the fore, however, there was something no one could presume. Zan Ten's successful plot has taken effect and illness surges through the city of Huiji and the continuous neglect of Governor Wang has enraged the beast; civilians of Huiji have revolted!!

Adding salt to the already open wound comes an attack from the Shanyue who come in force, they are heading directly for Xu Jing's unit!


REMEMBER: ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST POST THEIR EDDITED TROOP COUNTS IN THEIR NEXT POST!


Troop Loses

Wang Lang
City:-
50 Jiang Swordsmen
50 Jiang Spearmen
60 Jiang Militia
40 Jiang Pikemen
50 Jiang Axemen
25 Jiang Cavalry

Wall:-
50 Jiang Bowmen

Chadu:-
60 Jiang Militia
50 Jiang Swordsmen
50 Jiang Spearmen
20 Jiang Bowmen


Xu Gong
380 Jiang Bowmen
450 Jiang Militia
740 Jiang Cavalry
285 Jiang Spearmen
455 Jiang Swordsmen
440 Jiang Pikemen

Yu Fan
20 Jiang Militia
50 Jiang Bowmen
10 Jiang Cavalry
30 Jiang Spearmen
20 Jiang Swordsmen
15 Jiang Axemen
20 Jiang Pikemen

Xu Jing
None - yet to make contact!

Taishi Ci
30 Jiang Militia
15 Jiang Swordmen
5 Jiang Crossbowmen
10 Jiang Calvary
20 Jiang Spearmen
15 Jiang Axemen

Sun Ce
None - yet to make contact!

Shianna Chan
None - yet to make contact!

Tori Yomi
10 Jiang Axemen
5 Jiang Spearmen
5 Jiang Bowmen
20 Jiang Swordsmen

Sa Ten
10 Jiang Swordsmen
10 Jiang Spearmen
5 Jiang Axemen
5 Jiang Crossbowmen
10 Jiang Bowmen
15 Jiang Militia


Ji Xiaolian
None - yet to make contact!


Troop Gains

Sa Ten
Chadu defects:-
220 Jiang Militia
225 Jiang Swordsmen
225 Jiang Spearmen
40 Jiang Bowmen


Tori Yomi
Chadu defects:-
220 Jiang Militia
225 Jiang Swordsmen
225 Jiang Spearmen
40 Jiang Bowmen


Notices!

• Xu Gong, along with his unit, have perished!
  
• Zan Ten's poison has taken effect, the civilians have revolted!
  
• Those of Chadu have defected and joined the forces of Sa Ten & Tori Yomi!
  
• A make-shift Bridge is being built. - it will be complete after 1 Mod Post!
  
• Taishi Ci has increased his unit morale by continuing to fight, even though he has been left on his own while a new bridge is built!
  
• Shanyue approached to attack Xu Jing's unit from behind!
  
• Witnessing the death of Xu Gong and his unit, Yu Fan has defected!!
  
• Wang Lang has sealed himself in the Palace grounds!
  

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All halted to the horror that occured upon the fields of Huiji, a simple port now ravished by the skirmish... To Minister Yu Fan it sent a chilling feeling upon his spine, one that he had never felt before in all his life; to see a fellow comrade fall in such an atrocious manner!

Minister Xu's reckless nature pushed foward onto the bridge, all had stationed there ready to take the leading foe but their was an ill humour within the airs as Sun Ce took to the off. The bonds that kept the bridge as one were swiftly cut by Sun, forcing the entire structure to buckle and collpase under the weight of so many being present. Their eyes widened as they felt their being lift to then plumit into the surging waters below, the screams were out of nightmares as the many souls perished and pulled down stream. Xu Gong was one of them to fall, the horse crushing his person as they landed upon the riverbed; he felt no pain, his life quickly taken..because of his horse. Out of all the bodies that filled the river, Minister Xu's was the most visible, with the sash of office glistened in the sunlight. Men from both sides filled with a solomn boute for all those forced to take arms and now, their families would never see them again; or even perhaps, never be able to bury their loved ones that fell.

The honourable Minister Yu could not stand such a sight, tears flowed as his fellow official had his life taken from him in such a short space of time..it effected greatly and one that would lead him to counter Taishi Ci's brave continuation of the battle. Staring at the warrior, Yu Fan thought of such courage to be following Sun Ce; that though abandoned for duration of time, he still managed to continue the fore. Sword waved into the air, the Minister shook his head, something was wrong. "Men of Huiji! Do not place your swords upon General Taishi, I cannot risk your lives like our Brother Xu did. Governor Sun can provide us with solitude and security, he shall not neglect us!!" There was nothing else they could do, Yu was an intelligent man and could forsee this end to be stained with more blood than was needed. He did not wish to see the populace of Huiji to gain more upon the death toll, thus, forcing him to surrender to Sun Ce..

Yu Fan
730 Jiang Militia
200 Jiang Bowmen
390 Jiang Cavalry
470 Jiang Spearmen
80 Jiang Swordsmen
485 Jiang Axemen
480 Jiang Pikemen

From the East came a tremor of might as the trees parted to present a vast force of strength, the words ran true as the tribes came in full force to take advantage of the cities plight. Lead by two brothers, Dahong and Xiaohong, they took the direction not of the city but for the now confused unit of Minister Xu Jing! "Aha! See brother, these fools running like chickens, lets be quick and plunder!" In agreement the entire units, now seperated into two factions began to split and cause the pincer upn the left and right flanks of Xu Jing.


Shan Yue
Dahong:-
1000 Shanyue Axemen
100 Pirates
500 Jiang Militia
500 Jiang Cavalry

Xiaohong:-
1000 Shanyue Axemen
100 Pirates
500 Jiang Militia
500 Jiang Cavalry

In return, the Minister was not going to be played fool by some group of barbarians. Sword thrusted into the air he made quick to the off and wheeled his forces round to charge at the Shanyue brothers; they would not gain the advantage of him today..they had caused much trouble for him over the recent years and now, it was a chance for them to perish by his very blade. "Men of Huiji, we have suffered much from the atrocities of the Shanyue! Now is our chance, tear their ranks apart and leave none to spare!" So, his entire unit advanced for the kill; revenge within their eyes..

However, there was more bad news to follow as reports of illness surging throughout the city came to the increasingly suspicious ears of Governor Wang Lang. Never had such happen under his rule, to think that he allowed an outside agent into his city walls and poison his supplies! This would not do, if victory was his, he could not live such a mistake down for sure...

Wang Lang
City:-
450 Jiang Swordsmen
450 Jiang Spearmen
440 Jiang Militia
460 Jiang Pikemen
450 Jiang Axemen
475 Jiang Cavalry

Wall:-
350 Jiang Bowmen

"This is it! We are close to sickness and all Governor Wang can do is blame others for this! Never his fault! Quick, grab anything that can be used as a weapon, we shall deal with this ourselves!" As ants the civilians brought themselves together, spliting Wang's forces into two and maraudering both sides; thrusting the army into confusion..they could not attack the citizens, some could be their clansmen! "Attack the rebels! Quick, defend the city before the enemy hears of it!!" As the Governor rushed into a retreat, the men within the cities militia were forces to take arms agains the rebeling citizens. Being pressed against the Palace gates they were astonished to see them shut behind them, within Wang Lang had sealed himself!

Huiji Civilians
2000 Jiang Militia

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[Map has been rectified with position of Shianna Chan, apologies for the mistake]

MAP OF POSITIONS




Yellow= Wang Lang
Blue= Yu Fan
Purple= Xu Jing

Red= Sun Ce
Orange= Taishi Ci
Maroon= Sa Ten
Beige= Shianna Chan
Green= Ji Xiaolian
Black= Tori Yomi

Brown= Shanyue
Lime Green= Huiji Civilians

[Sun Ce]

Risks. Most people prefer to deter from, but some prefer to try. He had taken a risk of leaving Taishi Ci alone, surrounded by the enemy but had every confidence that he would be able to withstand the enemy, which he did. After his plan of taking out Xu Rong worked, he looked beyond the river and saw no clash of swords between Taishi Ci and Lu Fan's troops, which only meant one thing - defection. The plan certainly worked brilliantly.

Sun Ce turned to a messenger, "Inform the men guarding the siege equipment to bring them into the main unit, so we can cross the river together". The messenger bowed with their hands grasped together, before leaving him to carry out his orders.

He then sat straight on his horse, "This battle is ours. Once the Bridge is constructed, we shall cross over and bring an end to this battle, so the people can live in peace".