HOH vs PLQ | Siege of Winterfell | Match S

The long-awaited moment had finally arrived.

Today, Neik and the alliance he was part of, the House of Heroes, stood on the brink of destiny after enduring a grueling and tumultuous season. Their journey had been fraught with challenges, including the mid-season departure of key allies—an unexpected blow that had shaken many members to their core. Despite three hard-fought victories and two painful losses at the hands of their fiercest rivals—defeats that would linger in the minds of all—they had now reached the ultimate test.

A victory today could ensure that their incredible efforts and sacrifices throughout the season would not be in vain. A positive outcome would secure their primary goal from the season's outset: qualifying among the top twelve alliances in the Siege of Winterfell's regular season, with only six matches in total to prove their worth.

However, another loss, and an early elimination, would deal an irreparable blow to their pride. Neik and his comrades knew today's match was not one to be taken lightly. Too much was at stake. This wasn't just about winning; it was about proving that, despite all the setbacks, they could still compete at the highest level. Both the alliance's fate and their sense of pride hung in the balance.

"It’s been a rough road for us," said Grombold, the alliance leader, clenching his fist with determination. "We've endured two agonizing defeats and the loss of some truly important companions. The least we can do today is prove that our family is still alive and stronger than ever. Let’s prepare to face the rivals heading our way!"

His stirring words were abruptly cut short when a flock of crows rose from the horizon, startled by the thunderous march of the approaching rivals. The resounding blasts of warhorns and the deep, rhythmic pounding of drums carried through the air, reaching their ears from miles away.

As the enemy finally arrived on the battlefield, Neik and his comrades could clearly see who stood in their way, threatening to shatter their dreams of advancing to the Playoffs. Their mysterious rival was...

The treacherous rivals of this final chapter in the House of Heroes’ season—the ones who would attempt to crush their dreams of glory—were none other than the members of PLQ! A fearsome alliance, renowned for their prowess and remarkable feats throughout the season. Like HOH, they too could advance to the next stage with a victory and a stroke of luck in the day’s matches. Led by formidable warriors like Bizonus, Crooner, and Ches 2, seasoned and relentless on the battlefield, they promised to give Grombold and his allies a grueling fight.

In the final moments of preparation, a tense silence enveloped HOH. It was Grombold who broke it: "We all know our roles. Urielki will lead the charge on Armory, AK0086 heads to HotSprings, and I will move with my team to support wherever help is needed. Stick to the plan, and victory will be ours!" His resolute gaze filled his comrades with strength as they steeled themselves for the climactic battle of the season. Among them, none felt the weight of this moment more than their leader, determined to prove that his alliance could compete at the highest level. Despite their trials, they remained united and resolute.

The clash was about to begin. The air was heavy, each breath a puff of vapor hanging in the frigid atmosphere. The icy wind cut to the bone of the warriors gathered on the battlefield, while another challenge loomed from the heavens: snow began to fall, covering the combat zone and turning every step into an added struggle. Neik, tasked with bolstering the eastern front alongside his Spears, gazed at the horizon with unshakable determination. He was ready to fight to the last breath, pouring every ounce of strength he had into the battle ahead.

An Incredible Start to the Battle!

The match began with a bold move from PLQ, as they poured all their resources into securing Armory. Determined to claim the crucial buffs to attack, health, and defense, they launched a relentless assault. However, Urielki’s team was ready to make them fight tooth and nail for it. The initial moments saw PLQ gain the upper hand with their all-in strategy, but the HOH team wasn’t about to back down easily.

Meanwhile, Neik, alongside his trusted allies from group K345, devised a daring plan. Without hesitation, he led a flanking maneuver toward Stark Stronghold 1, aiming to cut off the slower PLQ members and disrupt the massive group formation orchestrated by their leadership. What followed was a high-risk yet courageous skirmish. The small, tight-knit team of WitchKing, Professor X, and Neik proved their mettle against larger numbers, executing their strategy with precision.

The true twist came when Neik and his team successfully captured Stark Stronghold 1. The lack of a proper defense and the element of surprise were pivotal in their triumph. The stunned PLQ forces were caught off guard by such an aggressive early move.

“Well done! Now, let’s push toward Armory and strike them from behind!” Neik commanded, his voice brimming with resolve as he led his comrades toward the next objective.

The tension at Armory reached a boiling point after the fall of Stark 1. PLQ, relying on their numerical advantage, had temporarily seized control of the post, but the tide was turning. Reinforcements from HOH were rapidly approaching, and Grombold’s team was closing in. The battle for Armory was about to become a ferocious and decisive confrontation.

On the western side of the battlefield

On the western side of the battlefield, the army led by AK0086 had an easy time thanks to the opponents’ decision to completely ignore the 100% healing speed buff provided by HotSprings, which fell into HOH's hands without a fight. The opposing leadership’s strategy was clear: focus everything on Armory to try to bridge the combat gap.

“Let’s move to the eastern side of the battlefield to support our comrades!” ordered the group leader after securing all the undefended bases left behind by the enemies with little effort.

The long battle for Armory reached a critical phase.

The initial numerical superiority of PLQ, secured through the decisive strategy implemented by their leaders, granted them control of Armory in the early stages of the match. However, as the minutes passed and reinforcements joined Urielki's sizable group, who had no intention of conceding an inch to their rivals, HOH began to slowly gain ground.

The turning point came when, in addition to Neik and his allies, Grombold’s group also joined the battle, attacking the enemies from behind. From that moment, the tide turned in favor of Urielki’s forces, who managed to overthrow their opponents and secure the highly coveted Armory!

Finding himself surrounded with no way out, Bizonus had no choice but to call for a retreat to regroup and reassess their strategy. The battle was far from over!

“Let’s head to Winterfell and secure the chest,” was the strategy put forth by HOH’s leader. With the enemy retreating and control of the nearby bases thanks to the groundwork laid by his allies, he believed that capturing the first chest of the match would be an easy target...

And so it was!

Without any twists, and escorted by his companions, Tardis easily delivered the chest to one of the bases under HOH's control. The match was firmly tilting in favor of their alliance, which had gained a considerable lead thanks to the exceptional work carried out since the early phases.

“Let’s not lower our guard now,” Neik warned, fearing a possible counteroffensive from their rivals.

“You’re right. Let’s siege them before they can gather enough troops,” Grombold wisely replied. He then commanded his forces to blockade the routes leading to the enemy base, aiming to cut them off before they could regroup and show the dangerous unity they had demonstrated earlier.

PLQ's leadership, after losing control of the Armory and helplessly watching the delivery of the chest, attempted to respond by splitting their forces into smaller groups to attack HOH’s bases. But Grombold's swift reaction, ordering the assault on the enemy base after securing the Winterfell loot, proved fatal. PLQ's members found themselves fighting against a more organized, determined, and superior enemy.

The last hope for Bizonus and his companions was to regroup near their base, but as they prepared, they saw the shadows of HOH fighters emerging from the darkness. Grombold and his group had taken control of the paths linking PLQ's base to the surrounding areas, tightening the noose.

The assault on the enemy base was bloody. Despite PLQ’s desperate attempts to turn the tide, the gap between the two factions became clear. HOH fighters never lowered their guard, repelling every attack with determination, while PLQ's members, now demoralized, were taken down one by one. Neik clashed with several opponents, including Crooner, who tested his Spears against enemie's Infs. Fortunately for Neik, his teammates were always by his side, and after previous encounters, he had learned the importance of sticking together—splitting up against such formidable opponents would have been a fatal mistake.

As time passed, even the bravest of PLQ’s members had to surrender to the harsh truth: the gap between the two alliances had grown too wide. Despite their good intentions, facing such a determined and well-positioned HOH was a challenge they could not overcome.

MVP's

The best fighters of the match were: Bizonus for PLQ and R0nY for HOH. The two members fought until the last second, trying to clash with as many rivals as possible. Today, they seemed unstoppable, but for the PLQ member, it wasn’t enough to claim the final victory.

"You played a great match," said the leader of HOH sincerely, addressing the rival leadership, which, despite the gap between the two alliances, put up an excellent fight on the battlefield against Grombold and his companions. "What we fought for, we’ve finally achieved. It’s been a season full of surprises for us, but we couldn’t afford to miss qualifying for the Playoffs. We must always aim higher, no matter what happens. See you all at the first match of the final phase!" Grombold said to his allies before leaving the battlefield, satisfied.

"We did it!" Neik shouted joyfully at the end of the 60-minute battle. Happy to have contributed to the match and being almost decisive in the early stages, the HOH member knew how important the match was for them, and they didn’t disappoint the expectations.

Thus, the season for House of Heroes ended with one last victory, securing their qualification for the final phase of Siege of Winterfell, where the top 12 alliances of the season would face off in knockout matches. Qualifying for this was their minimum goal, and now they had to prove they could fight against the best alliances of Westeros. Would they be able to? We’ll find out together!