The next few moments explode into confusion. As he starts shouting, he can see and hear the invading force, crashing towards them, barreling their way past the thorns and other defenses as if they weren't even there. The soldiers move to arm themselves, and reach the edge of the glade, just in time to meet the mounted men, racing through the woods. Both riders and steeds bear wicked wounds, at least, on those who went through the forest, but the injuries don't seem to be bleeding. Almost two-dozen horsemen crash through into the clearing, and it sounds like there's more on foot, following, though his improving the defenses slows them, considerably.<br/><br/>Meridia reacts quickly, launching gouts of flame, from her hands, at the riders, while Night gleefully wades into battle, taking on two horsemen at once... but, given how few defenders there are, they're likely going to be overwhelmed in very short order.