Battle of Framsburg

The Battle of Framsburg was the first battle in TETAT history, occuring shortly after the server went public. The battle is almost famous for the first faction destroyed, first character death, and first custom faction.

Prelude
Shortly after the creation of the server, a Rhudaur named formed the Order of the Shadow, a group of men from Angmar whom sought to terrorize the Anduin. Taking Framsburg, they soon caught the attention of Rohan and the Woodland Realm, whom mobilised to assault the town before the Order could establish a foothold in the region. On the eve before the battle, Rohan sailed its river fleet north, picking the Wood-Elves near the Forest Gate.

Battle
The battle began with an amphibious assault on the Order's palisade, with the Wood-Elves making short work of the enemy bowmen with their superior archers. Once the walls were breached, Beowulf charged forward with his men, and nearly lost his life as the Order overwhelmed his numbers. Yet Legolas followed shortly after, making quick work of the defenders. As Cirion ran, Legolas took careful aim and let loose an arrow, which hit the back of Cirion's neck, killing him instantly.

Aftermath
After their defeat and loss of their leader the Order was shattered, and never rose again (though many say their descendants still trouble the lands near Framsburg). The town itself was given to Beorn of the Beornings, whom took a company of Rohirrim and Woodmen of Mirkwood to help expand the ancient town. The Wood-Elves began the construction of a fleet in the Anduin, to help patrol the Vales and keep the region free of Sauron's influence.