The City Assault

Cross the moat and assault the bandits in the city. Use stealth to close the distance, then strike hard and fast before they can organize a defense.

Tactics

1. Reconnaissance: Theren scouts bandit positions and numbers
2. Preparation:
   • Selena casts Bless on Kaltor, Theren, and one other
   • Barzer prepares Fog Cloud to cover the crossing if needed
3. Stealthy approach: Cross the moat quietly, possibly at night
   • Kaltor leads with guards
   • Theren provides overwatch
4. Rapid assault:
   • Kaltor engages frontline, Divine Smite on priority targets
   • Nysera controls the battlefield with Flaming Sphere
   • Barzer and Theren focus fire from range
   • Elaris uses Hideous Laughter on dangerous targets
5. Support: Selena and Elaris stay mobile for Healing Word as needed

Pros

• Element of surprise - they expect you to stay at the keep
• Ends the threat quickly and decisively
• Prevents bandits from escaping or getting reinforcements
• You control the timing

Cons

• Surrender the moat's defensive advantage
• City streets neutralize your horse mobility
• Barzer's fire is dangerous in enclosed buildings - collateral damage risk
• Guards may be reluctant to leave the keep
• Fighting in unfamiliar terrain favors the defenders

Best If

You have good intel on bandit positions and want to end this fast.