"Ah, yes, I remember now. The local military commander is one Chogan Jacques le Mond, recently appointed to the post. By all accounts a thoroughly unpleasant man, given to brutish behavior and unconventional tactics. Apparently he has made quite the name for himself by striking from unexpected directions, and then unmercifully striking down all those he finds. We must indeed be cautious and watch ourselves. I will pass this information on to le Colonel as well, he must be warned."

Passing through the ranks on his way to speak to Colonel Washington, Rene finds the Pole and the Russian gathered around their fire. "Sleep well gentlemen, for tomorrow brings Heaven knows what. And be warned, the enemy commander is as cunning as he is ruthless. Attacks may come from anywhere."