Siege of Kartam

That time an Aharganite army, almost 150 000 strong stuffed with Hadašhim renegades descended from the north, crossed the Black Šyul and enveloped the entire city. They were well-prepared for a lasting encounter, but not for the fierce resistance offered by the defenders.

Under the command of erinmešar Atti Nartahalis, a native patrician of Kartam, the defending army staged multiple succesful sallies, night raids, naval, land and amphibious counterattacks that worn down the morale in the opposing camp. Once they got so near to the Aharganite  center, that flaming bolts ignited the tent of the Aharganite ruler,  Ashad Mafan II. Sârkanu. Following this feat, the infuriated king demanded surrender at mercy from the city. Otherwise, he threatened, the city shall be taken by assault, and no quarter shall be given. His demand were refused among heavy, audible laughter from the walls. After that, in the forenoon an assault commenced focused upon the northeastern portion of the wall