On August 4th, 3040, several events unfolded—both good and bad. Troubling news came from the military.
Apparently, a vast horde was headed toward New Alexandria, and the city was setting up defenses all around and inside the barrier to avoid a breach in the eastern gate.
The horde was so large that General Becker had been forced to ask all the citizens under 60 years old and over 16 to join the defenses; they called every person who received some training.
Despite the effort to prepare for the horde, rumors about the military's inability to protect the city added to the anxiety and uncertainty of the citizens.
The army's announcement about the horde was disturbing, especially as they had called in every available person for defense, leaving no room for additional reinforcements.
Erik and his friends were underage and did not have enough experience to join the city's defenses, regardless.
