Western Frontier, Great Wall.
General Marquis Hendrick stood atop the black metal wall while another reputable person stood beside him. They both gazed down at the fiery wall of flames preventing the rat tide from advancing a step closer to their border in the dark of the night.
"It's great to have you take time out of your busy schedule to help us here at the frontlines, Duke Ignis." General Marquis Hendrick said.
Duke Ignis shook his head and said while waving his hand, "You spoke too humbly, General Marquis Hendrick. Against a threat like this rat tide, it is only right for me to lend my hand. Even King Heinrich is paying great attention to this matter."
"His Majesty is?" General Marquis Hendrick asked with surprise. He had sent a messenger during the first outbreak, but no news nor reinforcement had made their way back until the following day.