the main gate is new and guarded, it is not run down lie many parts of the area. it is meant to intimidate attackers by making them think the area is all new and not worn down.
Main Gate, Outside Castle
leader
guard
I guard the castle.  I guard the king.  I would kill to protect the royal family.
Leader. I am here. How are things looking today? I have a bad feeling We have seen nothing out of ordinary but the air feels....weird. So you feel it to. I'm worried an attack is imminent. Make sure the men are ready in case Oh yes.  They are all ready.  Is the enemy close? I...I don't know. Can you send scout's out to see? Something is not right here and I'm worried Scouts..go patrol the area. There have also been less people coming in today. I have a feeling the crazy king to the west is getting ready to attack. He doesn't know who he's messing with No he doesn't. I heard his troops aren't orderly during battle. Well that's not surprising. Have you met the king? I don't think he's all organized himself I would want to kill him if I have met him! Well I thought we had come to a peace agreement. It seems I was wrong. We will put an end to him