The first wave of explosions bloomed in front of the gates of the Dwarf Fortress just before dusk could completely hide beyond the mountains.
The sturdy walls still stood firm amidst the bombing, but it also signaled the start of war.
The Dwarves hidden within the fortress were caught off guard by the sudden bombardment.
"Hurry up!"
"What's going on?"
The robust Dwarves, only a bit short in the neck, rushed out from their rooms, heading quickly to the prepared battle area, which resembled a long track where everyone could sequentially grab a standard weapon, followed by shields, and at the very front were bows, arrows, and various Alchemical Tools.
The team's assembly was organized and systematic.
"What has been detected?" the Knight in charge of the fortress's defense asked loudly, "And our Magic Barrier?"