The Eve of the War
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The Eve of the War | |
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| Short story by Herbert A. Beas II | |
| Publication | |
| Published | 31 October 2015 |
| Published in | War of the Tripods |
| Publisher | Catalyst Game Labs |
| illustrator(s) | Herbert A. Beas II |
| Pages | 2 |
| Chronology | |
| Era | Dark Age era |
| Timeline | 30 October 3138 |
The Eve of the War is a short story by Herbert A. Beas II that was published as introductory fiction for War of the Tripods.
Contents
Plot Summary[edit]
On 30 October 3138, ex-militiaman Ogilvy Wilmuth and his wife witness the landing of a mysterious spacecraft near their farm on Bryant. After informing the Bryant Citizens Militia of their observation, the Wilmuths head to the landing site, where they witness the descent of a giant metal "Tripod" from the alien spacecraft.
Featured Characters[edit]
Featured Units[edit]
- Bryant Citizens Militia (mentioned)
- Bryant Planetary Militia (mentioned)