Assault on the East Tower

All levels of the east tower are being assaulted by Saruman's army. The Rohirrim labourers will attempt to erect barricades to slow the enemy, Legolas will defend the catapult at the summit, and the remaining siege equipment within the tower will be vulnerable to direct attacks from the waves of enemies upon the wall.

Merit Rating

This quest starts with Partial Merit Rating.

Major Merit Gain:
* Labourer constructs a barricade

Moderate Merit Loss:
* Munitions cache destroyed
* Rohirrim Guard defeated

Major Merit Loss:
* Rohirrim Labourer defeated
* Constructed barricade becomes destroyed

Description
Stage 1

Legolas is in need of aid in defending against a concentrated attack against the east tower. The Rohirrim labourers require protection as they construct their defensive barricades. The defenders will need your aid if they are to hold back the Orc assault.