Despite receiving the Lake Fairy's warning, Laine ordered the alliance to camp and rest temporarily. This army was already very exhausted after long battles, hence marching against Mathew Bade's army was not a wise and correct choice in this situation, as it would only provide more troops to the undead.
They needed some time to rest and replenish, then head north, either choosing to go from the south of Leonais to Kulona or choosing to pass through Atuo Castle, the capital of the former Atuo Duchy in the Arden Forest.
The army cleaned up the battlefield, which was actually not worth cleaning. Mogiana, leading a group of Lake God Prophets, chanted spells to purify Chaos's corruption.
Landuin's sacrifice opened a new era for Musillon; even the most ignorant peasants could feel that the land was undergoing changes.
The marshes were gradually receding, large marshes turned into lakes, and small marshes were becoming ponds.
