I would like to start by saying that unfortunately, none of the screenshots came out so the great Pit Hare Massacre (to be detailed below) is to remain only in our memories.

 The raid was, overall, a success. 4 of us arrived in the mines at approximately 9:15 PM. We began our raid and made our way to the third floor of the Palbourough Mines. At that time, Kaline arrived and Lord Kennison went down to lead him back to us as Kaline had no map. That is when trouble began.

 While camping out and waiting for Lord Kennison to return, Zaen saw an old toolbox through the metal bars that separate so much of Palbourough. He tried to reach through to grab it, and was attacked with a light elemental spell. We thought nothing of it, and were attacked by 2 quadavs. I dispatched them, and turned around to a ghastly sight; a mob of 6-10 quadavs had gathered around Zaen and by the time I had drawn my sword, he was dead. They withdrew after they had dispatched of the trespassing Taru; but we had not seen the last of them. Assessing the situation, I began to take reconnaissance of what lay where. The Northern passage through which Zaen was jumped was obviously quite well guarded. I began to run to the southern passage and found none other than Zi�Ghe Boneeater, the head of the Palbourough Mines with 2 bodyguards in tow. Lord Kennison had arrived with Kaline to the third floor, so I ordered her to run to them while I covered the withdrawal. Caught up in combat, I found that Serai had taken a wrong turn and run into the same mob that had defeated Zaen. With her cry for help I withdrew from combat with Zi�Ghe and tried running to her, but I was too late. Anger surged through my body and I ran, without regard for my own life, into the mob. Fortunately, I happened to run right by Lord Kennison and Kaline, who granted me necessary assistance in my fight. The three of us dispatched the mob of 10 quadavs; all that remained was Boneeater, who had joined up with them. He fought like no beastmen I had ever seen; using abilities I had seen only from a paladin and then turning around and using black magic. At long last, we finished him. Lord Kennison performed the necessary raises, and we were able to continue without event through the rest of the raid. On a lighter note, Kaline found himself the target of anywhere from 10 to 20 pit hares on our way out; proof that a stray crossbow bolt can be deadly in some cases, and in others: hilarious.

 I was very proud of the way everyone stuck together and fought together. I was proud to stand beside you. For the deaths of Zaen and Serai while under my command, I assessed myself a 1000 gil fine payable to the treasury; though the situations were dire, I do not feel as though I acted as I should.

 But overall, the raid was in fact a success. Each member left the mines with anywhere from 1000-2000 gil worth of treasure, and the treasury is reporting high earnings as well.

 Secondary to the treasure, I feel, was the camaraderie I felt throughout the entire raid. Etiquette was top-notch throughout the entire event, and the self-sacrificing, noble attitudes of all involved made me proud to call myself your Lord Knight Defender.

 This is the first of many raids that will occur; with each, we will grow stronger; both in battle prowess and in spirit. I am honored and humbled that you would serve me and allow me to serve you. Thank you to everyone who attended.

In the name of Valor and for the KDV,

 -Lord Talrac

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