Mirkwood

The dark, imposing fortress looms over the elves as they stick to the shadows, looking for traces of Malledhrim who disappeared after the diversion at Dol Guldur's gate. The missing had risked their lives so that the others could rescue the prisoners from within the fortress; it was only right that they find them and ensure their safety.

(Old picture that I drew for my profile! Just uploading here because the original photobucket link I used is dead, so I need a new image link to use c': )

The company passes beneath the ruins, hoping to conceal their path of retreat.

Escorting the wounded soldier of Torist's company.

Few have dared to enter the perilous paths around Dol Guldur, and even fewer have returned...

Immediately, Eliriael checks the wounds of the injured Malledhrim soldier.

In the meanwhile, the others stay vigilant.

Turumor has recently met Nelnardis, who is not unknown for some of the company, for they still remember the feasts and the time of merriment spent together in Imladris.

Like a ghostly vision, they behold the Tower of Sorcery from afar.

And they know: once more, they have to approach the stronghold.

Several Malledhrim have gone missing...