Rivendell (War in the North)

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"Indeed, there is a power in Rivendell to withstand the might of Mordor, for a while: and elsewhere other powers still dwell...But all such places will soon become islands under siege, if things go on as they are going. The Dark Lord is putting forth all his strength."
—Gandalf

Glorfindel has discovered a Goblin force which has been sent to destroy Rivendell. He must warn Lord Elrond of the coming danger, and the forces of Imladris must prepare to defend their home against this attack.

This mission is the first level of the War in the North Campaign. It is recommended that the level is played as Rivendell.

## Guide

**New Objective - Bring Glorfindel and his elves to Rivendell**

 The player begins the level with Glorfindel at level 1 and a battalion of Rivendell Guardsmen in the south west of the map. They must progress towards the east, fighting off the Moria Orc Screechers along the way. Both Glorfindel and the Rivendell elves are powerful and so should be able to combat the goblin's numbers advantage. As they progress, they will soon find other battalions of Guardsmen under attack from Moria Orcs. By saving these elven warriors, the player will be able to build up a powerful force. There will also be Moria Orc Archers which can be a danger if not taken out quickly. The largest battle will take place at the south side of the bridge where 2 battalions of Guardsmen are under attack from Moria Orcs. However, with the strength of the Rivendell Elves, this battle can be over quickly.

Once this battle is over, the Elves can cross the bridge to reach Elrond and complete this objective.

**Objective - Defend Rivendell from attack**

**Bonus Objective - Glóin must reach level 2.**

**Bonus Objective - Train a battalion of Rivendell Glaivesmen from the Dormitory**

The player must prepare a force to defend Rivendell. They will already have various buildings, including Orchards, Dormitories and a Rivendell Forge. The player will also have control of Elrond and Glóin. Elrond will be able to support Elves by increasing their experience gain while Glóin will be able to use Slam to deal high AOE damage. The first Goblin attack will consist of a high number of Moria Orc Screechers coming from the west. Use of the heroes to deal damage is vital to ensuring your army doesn't take too many losses (there is a Well nearby as well which can help to replenish your forces). Once this battle has been won, Elven reinforcements will arrive from the west in the form of two battalions of Rivendell Archers. More Moria Orcs will then arrive from the west, along with a Mountain Giant and two Cave Trolls . By using your archers, any Rivendell Guardsmen you may have recruited and the high damage of the heroes, the monsters can be taken down.

A successful defence here will complete the objective and the player will be rewarded with control of Arwen and two battalions of Knights of Rivendell. This cavalry can be used to deal high damage to the weak hordes of Goblins.

**Objective - Destroy the Goblin Base to the South**

The player's next objective will be to destroy the Goblin Base south of the river. There will be a small goblin force that will attempt to attack from the bridge but they can be easily dealt with. As the player crosses the bridge, they will also gain control of two Giant Eagles. The base will consists of a few Moria Orc Caves, a Wolf Cairn and Lumber Mills, with a few Moria Orc battalions. The eagles can be used to deal high damage to clumps of enemies as well as to buildings. Once the base has been destroyed, the Rivendell force will be confronted by a Were-worm. This can deal high damage to units within range so it is recommended that the player use archers, the Eagles and heroes to kill it. If necessary, the spellbook power Kingsfoil and Arwen's Light of Evenstar can be used to heal your own forces. Once the Were-worm has been defeated, the battle is won.