No More Running

The knights looked at the thick ice wall for only a second before going forward under Balin's command. Their weapons would have to get the job done.

One of them used a magic spear and another a magic sword. Both made of unique magic metals only available to those working for the royal family. It was therefore no surprise that the wall of earth was split into pieces in a matter of seconds.

Dirt and dust were stirred up as the debris of rock and dirt started to rapidly settle.

"Great job, Theo" Theo's squad captain commented, Theo didn't respond as he was too busy paying close attention to the gaping hole he and his fellow knight opened up.

The view became clear but all they could see were three tunnels each going in a separate direction. One was going left, one right, one forward. They had to make a choice, but each tunnel looked equally eerie thanks to the mist exuded by the thick ice.