Exxilon Sand Dune (Temporary Hiding Point)
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The ochre sand dune becomes the final refuge, its slopes shifting under movement. The group presses against its windward side, using the mound as a blind from witching Exxilon arrows sail past. The sand’s heat softens underfoot, betraying instability, yet offers the only illusion of safety before surrender.
Ominously silent except for arrow hums and shared breath
Temporary sanctuary and last stand position
False refuge — refuge that cannot truly protect
The Exxilon sand dune provides temporary concealment behind its brittle slopes during the ambush. The group flattens against its leeward side, kicking sand that clings to sweating skin, as arrows whistle overhead.
Shifting, oppressive refuge where safety is an illusion
Sparse shelter under fire
A momentary illusion of safety in a hostile desert
Limited to those who can reach its slopes before Exxilons
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The fragile alliance between humans and Daleks collapses when a hail of Exxilon arrows kills Captain Railton and overruns the group. As the creatures descend upon them, Galloway seizes command …
The fragile alliance between Daleks and humans collapses under the Exxilons’ relentless attack when Captain Railton is killed by an arrow. As the group flees, Commander Stewart is seized by …