More for Listrea: You can see the barest hint of a ruined tower in the distance, in the direction you were told to go. If you had to guess, the necromantic energy would only get worse as you got closer.<br/><br/>@Naru: While you can't say for certain why, Necromancy's use in battle is well known. While most modern religions shun the use of Necromancy to raise the dead (though they allow it for both communing with spirits and putting the risen dead to rest), a more ancient religion might not have as many scruples. Since you know you're going into a fortress, potent Necromancy may have been used to bolster the ranks of one or both sides. You are likely to encounter at least some ancient spirits...