Morgaine's Cavalry Approach Slope

The slope serves as the final tactical approach for Morgaine’s cavalry charge, a descending terrain of packed earth and exposed stone that funnels mounted warriors toward the besieged defenders. The grade steepens abruptly where the tree line ends, forcing riders into close formation as they lower spears in unison. After days of steady rain, the soil clings to boots and hooves alike, slowing momentum just enough to make each stride a contest against gravity and exhaustion. The air smells of wet wool and metal, the breath of the horses mingling with the iron tang of drawn blades. Above, the sky churns with storm clouds that scrape the ridge, casting everything below in a dim, greenish light—ideal for concealing the true strength of the oncoming force until the last possible moment.