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82.74% Unbound Familiar / Chapter 590: Up in Arms

บท 590: Up in Arms

"Even if I believed you, Dragonborn, what could I possibly do? Most of my men are situated along the borders to prevent an invasion, along with keeping Imperial-sympathisers and bandits in check. As you've seen before, no man stands a chance against a dragon no matter how trained! I doubt even armies would be effective against them!

You're asking me to send good men and women to their deaths! For what!? To act as fire-fodder while you fight Alduin!?"

"What other option do you see, Ulfric!? Because I don't see any other way forward than this! Even in death we wouldn't be saved, our souls devoured by Alduin as soon as we entered Sovngarde. Forget the end of the world! If you refuse to aid me, you, your ancestors, your children, your children's children. All of them will be devoured should they be allowed into Sovngarde! So, for them and everyone else dining in Shor's Hall, we must gather the men and take the fight to Alduin!"

...

"Where would this battle even take place?"

"Deep within the Eastern mountains. The journey there may even be more difficult than the battle itself... But it must be done regardless." Surtr states.

"And how, may I ask, will we transport the Skyrend siege weapons there? The things that give our men a chance of bringing down one of those flying lizards?" Ulfric inquires.

"We will have to do without them."

Ulfric throws his hands up, "And what sane men would willingly go against dragons without a way to fight back!? And rest assured, Dragonborn, they will have to be willing if they are to embark on this."

Surtr frowns, he had hoped that Ulfric would order his men to go... Even with his fame and reputation, not many people would willingly throw themselves into the jaws of a dragon. Which is essentially what they'd be required to do if they entered the incoming battle. "Tell them, all of Skyrim that I seek men. Tell them the stakes, what we're fighting for, and the danger they will face. I will take whoever is able and brave enough to take up arms."

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Elsewhere :

"Soooooo... Either of you two gonna tell me what's going on?" Michael asks the two dragons parked right outside of his Spire... Durnehviir's body took up most of the plateau and Illococoo's dragon form claimed the rest. Needless to say, most of Winterhold was gathered below his property gawking at the two flying lizards...

"A giant black dragon attacked the mountain!" Illococoo exclaims, while jabbing a claw towards the Throat's general vicinity.

"She means Alduin, master... We, along with Paarthurnax and the Dragonborn fended him off, but he has retreated to Sovngarde to recover and gather his forces."

Michael runs a hand through his hair, "You mean, it isn't just like, two dragons?" he asks, recalling the number you had to fight to reach the portal.

Durnehviir shakes his head, "We have all already heard Alduin's call. You and the Dragonborn have slain many, but I suspect almost a hundred of our brothers will have joined his side."

"A hundred!?" Michael blurts out, "Where the fuck did he find over a hundred dragon corpses!?"

"These dragon burrows around the land make not even a fraction of the remains... Most of us were killed deep within the mountains, the humans hunting us with both fervour and fear of becoming slaves once more... We will be lucky to only fight a hundred of my kin, many others have decided to stay neutral or join our side in the coming battle."

"How many?" Michael asks.

"Only ten, as of now, but there will be more when they gather their courage... Will you fight?"

Michael rolls his head in thought, "Well, I guess I'll have to with shit turning up to eleven... Illu, thoughts?"

"We should fight, I think... Moving home again would be annoying, especially after making friends with everyone..."

"Yeah, I'm on the same line. What's Surtr doing right now?"

"Trying to gain aid from the mortal king."

"Hmm... Guess I should start recruiting too, a hundred dragons is a bit much..."

The Eredar might be able to hold their own in a battle like that, but he didn't know if he wanted to risk their limited number on it. He'd ask them if they wanted to participate or not...

His reservations couldn't be afforded to the Volkihar vampires however, Serana and her mother still owed him, so he'd have them help out. Most of the noble vampires were far stronger than a regular warrior, he reckoned that five or six of them could take on a dragon on their own... Though, that was only during the nighttime when they had the advantage.

Who else could he get to help too? His friends were coming regardless, Tiff's Void Spells had come a long way and were certainly powerful enough to fell a dragon, the same could also be said for Megumin's explosions, since she'd found new inspiration after visiting her world again.

Saya and Maria were the only ones he was unsure about, while both were strong mages in their own right, he wasn't willing to risk them against a single dragon, let alone an army of them.

"Are the Greybeards going to help? I mean, it sounds like they had Alduin shouting their front door down...

"We don't know. They stay in their temple meditating, not answering even the Dragonborn's call." Durnehviir states, inwardly sneering at the cowardly mortals.

Michael idly nods, before a thought pops into his head... He still hadn't fixed Darth's problem, and he had a fresh Chimera corpse to make use of...

"You guys go and persuade any dragons you can find, I'm going to give Darth a hand... And maybe a complete body if things work out in our favour." he says, standing and entering the Spire.


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บท 591: Whelp...

The Dragonborn's call to arms had been spread around the whole of Skyrim in no time at all, even in isolated villages men and women spoke of it. They were all made aware of the dangers volunteers would be presented with, the notion of battling against an army of dragons frightened most off, while some were excited by the prospect, eagerly wishing to be a part of this legend in the making.

Indeed, even some bandit groups were considering accepting, though this was limited to those who weren't only out for themselves and instead had a goal in mind. Should the Dragonborn and his forces fail, the world wouldn't last anyway, which pushed many potential warriors to accept.

Even Holds that had primarily Imperial-sympathising populations accepted the necessity of it, this mainly included Solitude and Morthal, who while still lacking in numbers due to the war still allowed people to choose to fight if they wished.

Many mercenary companies and guilds also accepted, the Companions, and even a couple of members of the Thieves Guild decided to go... Most of these people were just looking forward to the loot they'd get afterwards, dragon items sold for a considerable sum.

The New College of Winterhold also had members flocking to the call, mostly to see if they could gain access to Sovngarde, which was popularly thought of as a realm in Aetherius.

Despite the recent Civil War, the whole of Skyrim was working towards the singular goal of survival... Every Hold sent gold, supplies, and other essentials to Riften, the base of operation due to its vicinity to the ancient Skuldafn temple.

Dragon activity had also risen, despite the lack of any actual attacks. People reported seeing dragons flying towards the East, while others reported seeing some fly to the top of the Throat. Surtr was forced to make a statement that he was 'capturing' dragons to have them fight for Skyrim.

Some people frowned on this of course and mistrusted having a dragon at their backs, but the boon of having dragons on your side mostly halted any hostility.

Michael wasn't idle throughout all of this either, organising and equipping the willing Eredar and Volkihar vampires with Ennura, Irarus, and Serana's help. He'd also decided to claim a favour a certain Crimson Demon clan owed him...

He had considered taking the entire army to Alduin's doorstep via a large Teleportation Gate, but thought otherwise when Irarus raised a more than valid concern... "What if the dragons attack us as we are going through? We would be annihilated with no ability to defend ourselves!"

He was right too, the narrow passage would be incredibly vulnerable to dragon fire, not to mention the fact that it'd be too small to transport the entire army in good time, giving free rein to the enemy.

While the dragon would also have an advantage against an army traversing through the mountains, it'd be lesser than the risk of utilising a Teleportation Gate, at least, when considering the army as a whole.

"Big bro! Surtr and the other dragons are meeting! Durnehviir asked for you to be there!" Illococoo exclaims as she flies down in her dragon form.

"Why am I needed?"

"Because your Durnehviir's master, He said he won't do anything without your permission!"

...

He shrugs and hops onto her back, "Alright, let's go then."

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At the top of the mountain, Surtr and a large number of dragons were arguing amongst themselves, almost causing the peak to shake from the power of their combined voices.

Dragon, as a whole, was a rather egotistical and arrogant race, so even if they were willing to fight Alduin, closely following the Dragonborn's orders rubbed many the wrong way. Paathurnax's assistance swayed a few, but many more were just getting more riled up as time went on.

"Zu'u grat het fah grah!" (I came here for battle!), "Not to be ordered by a whelp only made strong by the souls of our kin!" a dragon with blue scales growls, turning angry eyes at Surtr. "You are like a leech! Wielding no power of your own except that or which you stole! Perhaps Alduin has the right idea about your pathetic species!"

Surtr rests his hand on the handle of Wuuthrad, "Are you willing to test how strong I am? It's as you said, if you won't fight willingly, I'll take your power and fight for you, dragon." he growls, causing an uproar amongst many of those present.

"YOU DARE SAY THAT WEARING THE BONES OF MY BROTHERS!? I'LL DEVOUR YOU AND LEAD THE ATTACK AGAINST ALDUIN MYSELF!" the dragon roars as it lunges at Surtr, who readies himself for battle.

*BAANG!*

A falling projectile lands heavily atop the charging dragon's head, kicking up dust which blinds everyone present momentarily...

"Huh, I expected more organisation from you Surtr, the fight is nearing and you're still dealing with ass holes that should've been quelled days ago." a casual voice remarks.

"Michael... I had this handled, dragons do not approach war as men do, it can't be done." Surtr states.

Michael brushes his clothes off as the dust clears, Illococoo landing next to Paathurnax with a wide grin on her draconic face, "You mean, 'It can't be done without force'." he glances around at the gathered dragons, "You guys are acting like your big shit, but you seem to have forgotten who won the last war! It was us! Mortals!"

"I tolerated the Dragonborn's disrespect, but this mortal doesn't even share our father's gift! Begone before I melt your flesh and crumble your bones!"

Michael snorts and points at the dragon he was standing on, "You'll learn your place or end up like your buddy here, though, I wouldn't mind another Dragon Soul to add to the pile." he says with a grin, showing his teeth.

"W-wah!? You stole his-, another Dragonborn!?" the antagonistic dragon roars in both shock and fear. Not only because another Dragonborn was present, but because this one had killed a dragon by jumping on it!


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