Fortunately, the town militia, forewarned, was ready and out on the defense in very little time, well enough in advance to meet the enemy troops. Unfortunately, there weren't many of them, and, all told, they were outnumbered at least five to one, even with Caiphias, Night, and Meridia assisting, and, unlike before, these are mostly militia, and a few inexperienced town guard; the only person who looks like he knows what he's doing is the sergeant in charge, barking orders and getting everyone into position for the attack.