Lost in Sothoryos | A Game of Thrones fanfic

(Location: Fist of the First Men)

(Time: Midday)

The Night's Watch rushed to defend their fort at the Fist of the First Men, their hearts pounding with a mix of anticipation and fear. The chilling wind whipped through the ancient trees, carrying whispers of impending danger. In the distance, a formidable army of wights marched relentlessly, their hollow eyes gleaming with a malevolent glow.

Jeor Mormont, the Lord Commander, bellowed with urgency, his voice cutting through the frigid air. His words echoed with authority, commanding the attention of every man. "Shore up the defences! Reinforce the barricades!" he roared, his voice filled with determination. The brothers of the Night's Watch swiftly responded, scrambling to fortify their position.

Amidst the chaos, Jeor's piercing gaze swept across the courtyard, his eyes falling upon a stockpile of torches. Realizing their strategic advantage, he issued a crucial order. "Light your arrows! Set those torches ablaze and rain fire upon them!" His voice carried a sense of desperation, knowing that every arrow had the potential to turn the tide.

The Night's Watch heeded their leader's command, hastily lighting their arrows from the flickering flames. The sound of steel against flint filled the air as sparks ignited, casting an eerie glow upon the grim faces of the defenders. The warm, crackling light danced against the encroaching darkness, momentarily pushing back the shadows.

With weapons raised and arrows aflame, the brothers of the Night's Watch formed a steadfast line. Jeor's voice thundered once more, echoing with a blend of resolve and warning. "Hold the line! Stand firm and let none pass!" His words reverberated in their ears, fueling their determination as they prepared to face the onslaught.

As the army of wights drew near, their bone-chilling presence seemed to freeze the very air.

Daeron positioned himself at the makeshift gate they had hastily constructed, his Valyrian steel sword already drawn and gleaming with a silvery sheen. He surveyed the landscape before him, his eyes scanning the approaching horde of wights with a mix of anticipation and trepidation. The eerie silence hung in the air, amplifying the tension that gripped his heart.

As Daeron stood on the precipice of battle, his grip tightened around the hilt of his blade. The Valyrian steel sang a song of ancient power, resonating with his bloodline. He took a deep breath, grounding himself in the present moment, preparing for the imminent clash.

The hoard of wights loomed ominously, their lifeless eyes fixed on the fort like predators stalking their prey. Daeron's mind raced with strategies and calculations, searching for the best way to defend their position.

None of the senior members of the watch were doing anything, the only one shouting out commands was Jeor and he couldn't do it alone, someone needed to take command.

With a resolute nod, Daeron's gaze met the eyes of his fellow defenders, who stood there in fear. His voice, firm and steady, cut through the silence, carrying the regal barring of a king. "Prepare yourselves! Steel your hearts and stand tall! The night is dark and full of terrors, but we are the shield that guards the realms of men!"

His words resonated, bolstering the spirits of the Night's Watch as they took their positions. Torches were lit, casting flickering shadows on their faces, while the night breeze whispered warnings in their ears. Daeron knew that every decision he made would determine the fate of their stronghold, the lives of his brothers, and the fate of the realm.

"Archers, take your positions" he commanded, his voice echoing with authority. "Light your arrows with the torches! Let our enemies be bathed in flames!" The archers swiftly obeyed, igniting their arrows in the dancing flames, ready to rain fiery death upon the encroaching wights.

Daeron's voice carried across the courtyard once more, this time with an unwavering determination. "Hold the line! Stand shoulder to shoulder! Let them taste the steel of our blades and feel the strength of our resolve!" His words were met with resounding affirmations and the clattering of swords as the defenders braced themselves for the impending storm.

The night was pregnant with anticipation as Daeron stood tall, his Valyrian steel sword poised for battle. He looked out at the army of wights, their ranks stretching out into the darkness, and steeled himself for the inevitable clash.

As the hoard of wights began their relentless charge, Daeron's eyes widened with a mix of determination and concern. He swiftly turned to the archers positioned atop the walls, his voice cutting through the chaos. "Archers, fire at will!" he commanded, urging them to rain a volley of arrows upon the oncoming horde.

The archers responded, their arrows whistling through the air as they found their targets. The sky was momentarily filled with a lethal dance of flaming projectiles. Some wights fell, engulfed in fire, while others stumbled but quickly regained their momentum. It became apparent that the initial barrage had only hindered the enemy's advance, rather than decimating their ranks.

Daeron's gaze hardened as he witnessed the limited success of the archers' efforts. He knew they had to brace themselves for the imminent clash. Turning to his comrades on the ground, his voice rang out once more, tinged with urgency. "Prepare yourselves! They're charging the walls!"

The defenders braced their shields and tightened their grip on their weapons, the anticipation of battle hanging heavy in the air. Daeron's Valyrian steel sword gleamed its blade a beacon of hope amidst the encroaching darkness.

As the wights crashed against the walls, a wave of primal aggression, Daeron's voice rose above the tumult, commanding his men to hold their ground. "Hold fast! Push them back! Do not let them breach our defences!" His words carried an unyielding resolve, a rallying cry that resonated within the hearts of his comrades.

The clash of steel and bone echoed through the courtyard as the defenders met the wights head-on. Daeron fought with fierce determination, his sword striking with precision, each swing a testament to his training and resolve. He parried the relentless onslaught, rallying his fellow brothers to stand firm against the tide of darkness.

Despite their valiant efforts, the wights pushed forward, their sheer numbers threatening to overwhelm the defenders. Daeron's voice rose above the din, urging his comrades to fight with every ounce of strength they possessed. "Hold the line! Stand together! We will not yield!"

The defenders braced themselves against the relentless assault, their movements synchronized as they fought with a shared purpose. The clash of weapons, the roars of the undead, and the defiant cries of the Night's Watch merged into a cacophony of battle.

Daeron fought at the forefront, his every strike aimed at repelling the relentless advance of the wights. Blood and sweat mingled on his brow as he pressed forward.

Sweat dripped down Daeron's forehead, mixing with the blood that stained his face. Filth and grime covered his body, a testament to the fierce struggle against the relentless wights. With each swing of his Valyrian steel sword, he fought with a ferocity born of desperation.

Amidst the chaos of battle, Daeron's senses were assaulted by the anguished cries of his fellow Night's Watchmen. The screams cut through the air like a chilling symphony, a haunting reminder of the price they paid in defence of the realms of men. His heart clenched with sorrow and anger, but he pushed the emotions aside, channelling them into his relentless assault against the encroaching darkness.

Daeron's sword struck true, cleaving through the ranks of wights, yet for every enemy he felled, it seemed another would take its place. The odds were stacked against them, and the cost of their valour became painfully evident as he witnessed his brothers falling, their lives extinguished in the face of this unyielding threat.

As the screams of his comrades filled the air, Daeron's resolve hardened. He fought with a renewed determination, his sword becoming an extension of his very soul. The weight of loss and sacrifice propelled him forward, a beacon of defiance against the relentless tide.

Through the carnage and chaos, Daeron's voice rose, his cries a mixture of command and rallying call. "Stand strong! Honour their sacrifice! You are watchers on the wall! you fight for the realms of men!" His words carried a potent mixture of grief and determination.

With each swing of his sword, Daeron pushed back the wights, their lifeless bodies crumbling under the might of his blade. But the battle was far from won, and the screams of the Night's Watchmen continued to echo in his ears.

In a fleeting moment of hope, Daeron's heart surged with the belief that they might be pushing back the relentless horde. The wights faltered under the onslaught, their ranks wavering as the defenders fought with unyielding determination. But then, a sound that chilled the very marrow of his bones reverberated through the air.

An earth-shaking roar, filled with a malevolence that seemed to defy the natural order, pierced the chaos of battle. The ground trembled beneath Daeron's feet, and his eyes widened in disbelief as an undead giant emerged from the darkness, towering above them all. Fear coiled in the pit of his stomach, for he knew the devastation this abomination could unleash.

With a single mighty kick, the undead giant smashed through the makeshift gate, sending splintered wood and debris flying in all directions. The force of the impact lifted Daeron off his feet, hurtling him through the air like a ragdoll. He soared nearly 30 feet, the breath forcibly expelled from his lungs as he crashed onto the ground with bone-jarring force.

Pain lanced through Daeron's body as he struggled to regain his bearings. He tasted blood, and his vision blurred, Pushing through the agony, his eyes fixated on the destruction wrought by the undead giant.

The fort's defences lay in ruins, the gate demolished, and the pathway to the heart of their stronghold laid bare. Daeron's heart sank, for he knew they were now faced with an even greater threat, one that seemed insurmountable.

Struggling to his feet, Daeron's body felt heavy and battered, but his will remained unbroken. As he rose, time seemed to slow, each passing moment etching the scene of horror before him into his memory.

With a mix of dread and anguish, Daeron's eyes scanned the battlefield. The once proud and valiant members of the Night's Watch, his comrades and brothers, now lay fallen and broken. Their bodies lay scattered across the snowy ground, their lifeblood seeping into the pristine white, staining it a grim shade of red.

The sight was a haunting tableau of sacrifice and loss. The once fierce defenders, who had sworn to protect the realms of men, now lay lifeless, their courage and valour extinguished in the face of the relentless onslaught.

Time seemed to stretch, each passing second etching the gruesome visage deeper into Daeron's mind. The stark contrast between the crimson stain on the snow and the surrounding desolation served as a grim reminder of the cost of this battle. Their sacrifices, and their spilt blood, painted a macabre picture of the price they paid to hold the line.

Daeron's jaw clenched, and his hands tightened around the hilt of his Valyrian steel sword. The snow beneath his feet felt slick and treacherous, tainted by the fallen's blood.

With unwavering determination, Daeron fought to hold back the relentless tide of wights, his Valyrian steel sword cleaving through their ranks. Bloodied and battered, he raised his voice above the chaos, shouting his orders with every ounce of strength he could muster.

"Retreat! Up the hill! Archers lead the way! Cover the retreat of our brothers!"

His command rang out amidst the clash of steel and the anguished cries of battle. Daeron fought tooth and nail, his strikes precise and deliberate, creating a small pocket of respite amidst the chaos. With every swing, he fought to create a barrier, to buy precious moments for his comrades to retreat to safety.

"Keep moving! Don't look back! We must reach the higher ground!"

Daeron's voice carried a mixture of urgency and authority, driving his fellow defenders forward. He fought tirelessly, his body aching, his muscles screaming in protest, but he pushed through the pain.

As the archers scrambled up the hill, their arrows finding their mark amidst the oncoming horde, Daeron covered their retreat. He parried blows, sidestepped lunges, and fought with a tenacity that defied fatigue. His shouts reverberated through the air, rallying his comrades, urging them to press on despite the overwhelming odds.

"Fall back! Fall back, brothers! We cannot hold this position any longer!"

The retreat was a gruelling struggle, each step up the hill was a battle against exhaustion and the encroaching darkness. Daeron fought on, his body a testament to the toll of the fight, but he refused to let the wights close in.

With each swing of his sword, Daeron created a shield of defiance, forcing the wights to hesitate and granting his comrades a precious few seconds to escape. He bellowed with a mix of fury and determination, his voice echoing through the night.

"Leave no one behind! We will regroup and fight another day! Retreat, brothers, retreat!"

The sounds of battle and the desperate cries of his fellow defenders filled the air.

As the retreating men hurried up the hill, hope flickered in their hearts. But their relief was short-lived, for the colossal undead giant began to close in on their heels. Daeron, aware of the impending danger, knew he had to act swiftly.

Tapping into the latent power of his ice magic, Daeron's hands pressed against the frozen ground. A surge of energy flowed through him as he called upon the ice. Frost spread rapidly beneath him, coating the entire section of the hill with a slick layer of ice. The ground became treacherous and unforgiving, making it difficult for the giant to maintain its footing.

With each exhalation, Daeron's breath transformed into a billowing fog, adding an ethereal touch to the frigid air. The roots of Daerons hair started to lose their colour as they turned white, but it went unnoticed in the middle of battle.

The slick ice and chilling mist created a barrier between the retreating men and the relentless giant. The giant's colossal steps faltered as it struggled to find traction, its massive form slipping and sliding, slowing its pursuit. Daeron's ice magic had granted the defenders a precious moment of respite, a chance to put some distance between themselves and their pursuer.

With a fierce determination burning in his eyes, Daeron turned, his voice carrying through the icy air. "Keep moving! Don't look back! We must reach safety!" His words resonated with urgency, spurring the men onward, their feet scrambling across the icy terrain.

Yet Daeron knew that the icy hindrance he had created was only a temporary solution. The giant's tenacity and brute strength would eventually break through. But for now, he had bought them time.

Breathless and weary, Daeron and the retreating men reached the top of the Fist of the First Men. There, amidst the chaos and carnage, stood Jeor, the Lord Commander of the Night's Watch. His face was spattered with blood and filth, a testament to the fierce battle he had waged to defend another section of the wall.

Jeor's piercing gaze surveyed the scene, his voice steady but laced with concern. "Status report. What is our situation?" he demanded, his eyes locking onto Daeron.

Daeron, his voice filled with grim determination, responded to the Lord Commander. "We've suffered heavy losses. The wights were relentless, but we managed to retreat and regroup. The undead giant is still pursuing us, but I bought us some time. It won't hold for long."

His words hung in the air, the weight of their predicament settling upon them all. The defenders had fought valiantly, but the cost had been high. The Night's Watch had bled, and the encroaching darkness threatened to engulf them.

Jeor's expression hardened, his eyes scanning the battlefield once more. "We hold this ground for now. We'll shore up the defences and prepare for the next assault. We must not let them breach our lines. Rally the men, Jon. We stand firm until we find a way to escape."

Nodding in solemn understanding, Daeron mustered what remained of his strength. Despite the fatigue that gnawed at his bones, he found solace in Jeor's unwavering leadership. Together, they would fortify their position, rallying the remaining defenders for the imminent battle that awaited them.

As Daeron and the remaining men of the Night's Watch prepared themselves for the final stand, an eerie stillness fell upon the hill. The air grew colder, biting at their skin, and a shroud of silence enveloped the surroundings. A sense of foreboding washed over them as if the very essence of the world held its breath in anticipation.

Amid this unsettling calm, the wights that had surrounded the hill stood motionless, their lifeless eyes fixed upon their intended prey. Daeron's heart raced, for he sensed that something far more sinister was about to unfold.

And then, as if emerging from a dark nightmare, the Others appeared. Their presence was both horrifying and undeniably beautiful. Tall and ethereal, they glided through the snow with otherworldly grace. Their pale skin seemed to shimmer under the pale moonlight, and their eyes, an icy blue that pierced the soul, held a glimmer of ancient malevolence.

Daeron's breath caught in his throat as he beheld the terrible beauty before him. These were the harbingers of the Long Night, the embodiment of the darkest legends. The Others, with their cold elegance and chilling aura, struck fear into the hearts of all who witnessed their presence.

With an air of absolute authority, one of the Others stepped forward, his eyes locked onto Daeron and the defenders of the hill. There was no need for words, for the power and malevolence emanating from the Others were palpable.

The Other, adorned with an ice blade glistening with an eerie light, observed as one of the brothers of the Night's Watch, consumed by an overwhelming surge of fear and desperation, succumbed to the impulsive desire to confront the supernatural foe. In a reckless charge, the brother swung his weapon with all his might, aiming for a strike that would shatter the Other's icy form.

But the Other, swift and poised, effortlessly intercepted the attack. The clash of the blades reverberated through the stillness, a clash between mortal steel and supernatural ice. In a heart-wrenching moment, the brother's blade could not withstand the bone-chilling cold radiating from the Other's weapon. It shattered into shards, scattering across the snow-covered ground, leaving the brother defenceless and vulnerable.

In that perilous instant, the Other seized the opportunity, its ice-cold eyes gleaming with ruthless intent. With a swift and calculated movement, it struck forward, its ice blade finding its mark. The fatal blow pierced the brother's defences, extinguishing his life in a cruel and merciless act.

A collective gasp escaped the remaining defenders of the Night's Watch. Jeor can be seen to have a grim expression on his old rugged face, the leaders of the wights showing up at the end, it couldn't be a coincidence "Those damn bastards are playing with us! They want to have fun before they kill us all!" He grumbles out his voice trembling in rage.

As Daeron's mind raced with memories of his previous encounter with an Other, he knew that the battle ahead would be even more gruelling. The weight of responsibility pressed upon him, and with a quiet determination, he leaned in close to Jeor, the Lord Commander of the Night's Watch.

"Lord Commander," he whispered, his voice laden with both urgency and conviction. "Once I confront and engage that creature, seize the opportunity to break through their lines and lead the men into the haunted forest. Retreat if you can, regroup, and find safety."

Jeor, his face etched with a mix of concern and admiration for Daeron's resolve, nodded solemnly. "I understand, Jon. We will make the most of that chance. But be cautious, my friend."

With a fleeting glance that conveyed unspoken trust, Daeron straightened his posture, preparing himself for the daunting task that lay ahead. He knew the peril that awaited him in facing the Other, but he also understood the importance of creating an opening for the Night's Watch to escape the clutches of their icy adversaries.

Drawing strength from the camaraderie shared between him and Jeor, Daeron steeled his resolve. With a final nod to Jeor, he turned his attention to the Other, their gazes locked in a deadly dance.

With a roar that echoed through the icy expanse, Daeron lunged forward, his Valyrian steel sword meeting the cold touch of the Other's weapon. The clash of their blades reverberated, a symphony of high-pitched whines as dragon steel and winter ice collided in a battle that seemed to be out of the Age of Heroes.

Each strike was executed with precision and fury, Daeron's movements guided by his training and the ancestral power that coursed through his Valyrian steel blade. His sword sang through the frigid air, a testament to the craftsmanship and magic woven into its very essence.

As their swords met, sparks erupted, illuminating the darkness that surrounded them. The clash of their weapons echoed across the battlefield, a symphony of steel and ice.

In a display of agility and quick thinking, Daeron swung his Valyrian steel sword towards the Other, aiming to strike a decisive blow. However, the Other, with an unnerving grace, evaded the attack, narrowly escaping the deadly arc of Daeron's blade.

Undeterred by the near-miss, Daeron swiftly spun, gracefully ducking under the Other's retaliatory swing of the ice blade. Seizing the opportunity, he launched forward, his sword extending in a thrust aimed at the Other's vulnerable chest. The Other, caught off guard by Daeron's swift manoeuvre, barely managed to evade the attack in the nick of time.

Without missing a beat, Daeron adjusted his grip on his Valyrian steel sword, his muscles flowing with practised precision. With a resolute determination, he swung his weapon once more, aiming to catch the Other off balance. But the supernatural reflexes of the Other prevailed as it swiftly brought up its ice sword, intercepting Daeron's strike with an icy clash of blades.

With a display of supernatural strength, the Other exerted a force that pushed Daeron's blade back, causing him to skid backwards across the snowy ground. However, Daeron swiftly regained his footing, determined to press on in this formidable duel.

Undeterred by the setback, Daeron lunged forward, his sword aimed at striking the Other's head. But the Other, ever vigilant, intercepted the attack, blocking Daeron's blow with its icy blade. The clash reverberated through the air, a testament to the immense power and skill of both combatants.

In a swift retaliation, the Other attempted to strike Daeron with the butt of its blade, seeking to exploit any opening. Daeron, his reflexes honed, narrowly evaded the blow, his movements fluid and precise. Seizing the moment, he swiped his sword in a diagonal arc, aiming to catch the Other off guard. However, the Other's uncanny agility allowed it to evade the attack, dodging the sweeping strike with otherworldly grace.

With a sudden burst of aggression, the Other lashed out, aiming a powerful punch directly at Daeron's face. Caught off guard by the sheer strength behind the blow, Daeron managed to instinctively catch the punch, feeling the force resonate through his arm and into his bones. The Other looked shocked that Daeron had managed to touch him without any adverse effects but quickly shakes it off.

As the battle raged on, the sun had long since disappeared below the horizon, casting a shroud of darkness over the battlefield. The chilling night air seemed to intensify the gravity of the struggle as if the world itself held its breath.

Yet, amidst the bleakness, a solitary star pierced through the darkness, its radiant glow capturing the attention of those locked amid combat. The lone star, shimmering brightly against the obsidian sky, held a mystical allure—an omen of fortune for those who had lost their way.

In the lore of sailors and travellers, such a star was often regarded as a guiding light, a symbol of luck as it seemed to appear when sailors had lost their way.

The Night's Watch caught sight of the solitary star, their gazes momentarily drawn away from the battle.

As the fierce battle between Daeron and the Other reached a momentary pause, an unexpected surge of adrenaline coursed through Daeron's veins. In a swift and calculated move, he delivered a powerful kick to the Other, sending it skidding backwards across the frozen terrain. The Other, momentarily off balance, struggled to regain its footing.

Amidst the chaos, Daeron's gaze fell upon the star, and a strange, almost manic laughter escaped his lips. Jeor, the Lord Commander, looked upon Daeron with a mix of concern and confusion, his eyes filled with worry for the young warrior's state of mind.

"You've gone mad, boy!" Jeor exclaimed, his voice laced with disbelief.

But Daeron's laughter subsided, replaced by a resolute determination. He turned to face Jeor, his eyes gleaming with an unearthly intensity. "No, Lord Commander. I recognize that star, it seems almost silly that I didn't notice her before" Daeron replied, his voice tinged with a hint of awe.

Jeor regarded Daeron with a mixture of scepticism and curiosity. "Recognize it?"

A smile played at the corners of Daeron's lips, a glimmer of hope in his eyes. "It's the Sea Star"

As Daeron revealed the true identity of the star, the Sea Star, a profound moment of revelation and anticipation filled the air. An earth-shaking roar of unprecedented magnitude resonated across the hill, surpassing even the thunderous clamour of the Giants.

Heads turned upward, eyes wide with awe and disbelief, as a majestic creature descended from the heavens. It was a crimson dragon, its form soaring through the sky with breathtaking grace. Flames erupted from its mighty jaws, cascading down upon the horde of wights below, setting them ablaze in a fiery inferno.

The dragon's arrival was a spectacle of both terror and salvation. Its fiery breath consumed the wights, reducing them to smouldering ashes and dispelling the encroaching darkness that had threatened to swallow them whole. The Night's Watch, Daeron, and Jeor stood in stunned silence, witnessing the awesome power of this mythical creature.

'I'm glad you could make it Shiera' Daeron said through his connection.

'Well, I thought about letting you die but it would be poor form to let my first rider perish' She replies with mirth as she lets out more flames creating a barrier around the survivors.

'I'm sorry it took so long, I felt you in danger a few days ago, I was barely able to force myself through the wall' Shiera says in a regretful tone.

'Don't worry I'm just glad you're here' Daeron says to her, he was so focused on the fight he didn't feel her getting closer, a welcome surprise nonetheless.

In a moment of peril, Daeron's keen senses detected the otherworldly fury burning within the eyes of the Other he faced. Recognizing the imminent danger, he swiftly reacted, his movements honed by years of training and battle experience.

As the Other raised its sword, intent on hurling it toward Daeron with lethal precision, Daeron's instincts took over. With a fluid motion, he swung his sword in an upward arc, expertly intercepting the incoming blade and knocking it out of the Other's grasp. The discarded weapon spiralled through the air, momentarily suspended in space.

With remarkable agility, Daeron reached out with his off-hand, his reflexes finely tuned. He snatched the airborne sword from its trajectory, his grip firm and sure. In one seamless motion, he spun around, his body a whirlwind of deadly grace.

The Valyrian steel blade pierced through the air as Daeron lunged forward, driving it into the chest of the disarmed Other. A resounding impact resonated through the night as the Other's body yielded to the fatal blow. As the Other fell shattered into thousands of pieces.

As if connected by some mystical thread, a section of the wight army crumbled and collapsed to the ground, their animated existence abruptly severed. They fell in a lifeless heap, their motion stilled, as if their puppet strings had been mercilessly cut.

Daeron's triumphant cry pierced the air, carrying a mix of relief and urgency. "Run! Make way to the haunted forest!" His voice echoed across the battleground, rallying the remaining brothers of the Night's Watch.

Daeron saw as one of the Others had pulled what looked more like an icy spear from its back, following its gaze or seemed to be intent on throwing it at Shiera.

'Shiera watch out!' Daeron shouts out through the bond worried for her.

A moment of dire danger presented itself when an Other launched a spear toward Shiera. However, Shiera's agility and lightning-fast reflexes allowed her to intercept the deadly projectile. With a deft movement of her front legs, she plucked the spear out of the air, preventing it from reaching its intended target.

In a display of awe-inspiring power, Shiera descended swiftly, landing before the startled Other. The ground quaked under her immense weight, as her towering figure now matched that of a mammoth. With eyes gleaming with fury, she fixed a piercing glare upon the Other, a silent challenge conveyed in her gaze.

'You must think me a common dragon...Allow me to show you then...'

Without hesitation, Shiera reached out with her massive claws, her immense strength on full display. She seized the Other, gripping its body with such force that the sound of cracking bones echoed through the air. The Other's struggles were futile, trapped within the relentless grasp of the dragon's talons.

Opening her maw wide, Shiera unleashed a torrent of flames that burned with an intensity that defied comprehension. The inferno surged forth, starting with a brilliant orange hue that gradually transformed into a dark red, and finally, a deep black that seemed to consume all light.

The Other, engulfed by the all-consuming darkness of Shiera's fire, met its fiery demise. Its body crumbled and disintegrated under the scorching onslaught, reduced to nothing.

As Shiera stood amidst the smouldering remains, her massive form exuding a mix of ferocity and majesty, she roared at the rest of the Others and wights.

With Shiera, guarding their retreat, Daeron and the remaining members of the Night's Watch hastily departed from the embattled Fist of the First Men. They fled with urgency, their footsteps muffled by the dense undergrowth as they entered the foreboding embrace of the haunted forest.

The haunted forest, shrouded in a veil of eerie silence and haunting whispers, offered a modicum of respite from the relentless onslaught of the wights and Others. The ancient trees, their gnarled branches reaching out like spectral fingers, provided a semblance of cover and concealment for the weary defenders.

As they made their way deeper into the forest, Daeron kept a vigilant watch, his senses attuned to any sign of pursuit. He could still hear the distant echoes of battle, a reminder of the peril they had narrowly escaped.

(AN: Hope you liked the first of many big fight scenes, hope I managed to keep ya excited. Jon's expedition on the other side of the wall has nearly ended, he hasn't found Benjen sad tbh, Anyway I should go sleep otherwise I really will add a massive orgy scene between Jon and crasters wives. Let me know what ya think of the chapter.)

Also, I'm working on another Fic atm not gonna be posting it yet but it's not Game of Thrones related so y'all might not like it. But for any Spider-Man fans hope you enjoy ☺️