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Jagus had been running drills with the guards when the attack started, so he was right on the front lines of defense. As the first wave of Chaos minions climbed the walls into the castle, Jagus charged at them with a fervor no ordinary 13 year old could possess. At the time, he was wearing just a leather jerkin, not ready to wear the plate armor that had been set aside for him. He cut down a good number with his longsword, and smashed a few against the wall with his shield. When the first wave was done, he ran right up to the Captain, who was coordinating the defense. "Captain" he said. "Can you hold the line without me? I need to protect Evangelina." Jagus was especially protective of the princess. Though she was often quiet and shy, he considered her a good friend. "We will be fine, Jagus." the captain responded. "You just make sure that Princess Evangelina is alright."

Jagus nodded gratefully, and gave the captain a quick boost, using the power of light to heal some of his minor injuries. Satisfied, Jagus took off for the gardens, where Evangelina normally spent this time of day. He arrived, only to find that the princess was no where in sight. He called out repeatedly, only to be greeted by the sounds of battle, and the screaming of those slaughtered by Chaos. Finally, after an agonizing few minutes of searching the garden, he spotted the princess within the castle doors, on the floor in a state of panic. He sprinted towards her, a feat rather difficult with his heavy sword and shield, fearful for her current state of mind. If anything has happened to her, he thought, I'll never forgive myself. He knelt down next to her, and grabbed her shoulders in an attempt to get her attention. "Princess," he said calmly. "I'm here, ok? I'm right here. Listen to me! I know you're scared, and I know it's hard, but I need you to be strong, ok? I need you to focus. Can you do that for me?"