Originally Posted by
Darth-Piekus
I checked the book again and the first appearance of elves is in page 38. That was the token force that were led by Alleria which came to Southshore on her own accord. There is no mention of another token force before Alleria. This battle group was the one that was sent led by Alleria meaning they came to the same ships.
―Allow me to present the kings of the
Alliance, as well as my lieutenants.‖ After introductions had been made, he turned to more serious matters.
―Forgive my bluntness, Lady Alleria,‖ he said, drawing a smile from her at the title, ―but I must ask—is this all the
aid your people can muster?‖
That brought a frown from her. ―I will tell you straight, Lord Lothar,‖ she replied, glancing around to make sure no
others were listening. Several other elves, both men and women, had left the ship now and were clustered at the far
end of the pier, clearly awaiting Alleria‘s permission to move closer. ―Anasterian and the others were little
concerned at the reports you sent. This Horde is far distant from us and seems intent upon conquering human lands,
not our own forests. The council members feel it is better to leave this conflict to the younger races, and merely
strengthen our own borders to prevent any additional incursions.‖ Her eyes narrowed, showing what she thought of
such a decision.
―Yet you are here,‖ Khadgar pointed out. ―Surely that means something?‖
She nodded. ―The missive from King Terenas‖—she nodded in his direction—―informed us that you, Lord Lothar,
were the last of the Arathi bloodline. Our ancestors pledged eternal support to your King Thoradin and all his kin.
Anasterian could not deny that obligation. He has sent this battle group to acknowledge the debt.‖
―And you?‖ Lothar asked, noticing she had only mentioned the ships.
―I am here of my own accord,‖ she announced proudly, tossing her head back in the same way he had seen spirited
stallions do when challenged. ―I am a ranger, and chose to bring my own detachment and offer our aid freely.‖ She
glanced beyond Lothar, her eyes roaming, and he knew she was studying the army spread out behind him. ―I sensed
this conflict was far more serious than my own rulers realized. Such a war could easily spread to us all, and if the
Horde is as vicious as you say our forests will not remain inviolate for long.‖ She turned back and met Lothar‘s
gaze, and he could see that for all her beauty this was a strong woman used to battle. ―We must stop them.‖
Lothar nodded. ―I agree.‖ He bowed. ―Well, you are welcome here, milady, and I thank your lords for their token
support. But I am far more grateful for your presence, and that of your rangers.‖ He smiled. ―We were just
discussing our next move, and I would be pleased to hear your opinion. And once your people are settled I will ask
you to send them scouting, that we may be sure the enemy is not yet upon us.‖