Lira could feel the presence of Esgallhugwen support her like a dark pillar. Summoning her strength, she said, "By Elbereth the Fair we will defeat you." She felt Eswen's mind and, together, they converged their wills against the spirit.
The spirit faltered for a brief moment but a glance at his Master and at the spirits of the dead guards made his fear vanished and he laughed. Three mere elves only stood in his way -- they were nothing but a pebble.
Lira's heart sank as she glanced at Eswen. The tall elf gripped her sword as she turned to face the spirits of the dead guards that marched upon them. Drawing her dagger, the mate of Esgallhugwen's, Lira prayed to the Valar, asking for their protection and their strength.
She could feel Lumiel's will with them as well, and together, the three elves faces the spirits of darkness, recalled from the dead. Lira shook her head. They would not be enough. "Uien...Uien..." she called. "Help us..."
Last edited by Imladris; 05-13-2004 at 01:24 PM.
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