Protect the Horses

A small group of enemies has made their way to the stable behind Helm's Dike. They are trying to drive away the steeds and placing traps to prevent riders from retreating back to the Hornburg. Horses can be commanded to run free, but will be unavailable to assist any retreating Rohirrim.

This quest starts with partial Merit Rating.

Moderate Merit Gain:
* Horses' enemy attacks survived

Major Merit Loss
* Rohirrim defender defeated
* Horse attacked to the point of fleeing

Moderate Loss
* Jaw-trap set by Orcs

Major Merit Gain:
* Jaw-trap disarmed

Description
Stage 1

Protect the steeds at the stables from the invading Orcs and Dunlendings. If necessary, the steeds can be manually released to prevent them from being attacked, but should only be done as a last resort.