The tower base has a path of cobblestone leading to the entrance. Two torches are lit with large blazing fires. Most of the tower base is covered in moss.
The tower base, Outside Tower
bat
soldiers
I came from the fertile valley when I was conscripted. The king needed strong farmer's sons to fight in the war. I am very unhappy here in the cold, damp, rainy north. I miss my friends and my dog. I hope to go back to my father's farm when the war ends.
Who goes there? Oh, it is but you, friend bat.  you bring me but little comfort on the dark chilly evening!  And it would help if you wouldn't fly so low as to startle me! WOW NICE I but muse, and musing aloud, I do wonder whether you be but able to fly to my homelands; I would so desire you to carry a letter to my kin. OKAY DO IT and yet, why not try?  I could but scratch out my longings on this parchment and wrap it in a bit of moss for you to carry aloft.  The most high God alone could direct your winged path to my boyhood home of farmland and well loved family. I HAVE JOINT WITH YOU so here be it!  I'll most gently attach it to your slender body.  Carry it well, dear bat. God speed, and in your batty language, do extend my fondest greetings to my beloved dog. OKAY