Jotun / Firetooth

Chief Garlog did not meet the advancing Jotun personally, but a hundreds-strong contingent of Firetooth soldiers was sent to hold the bridge that would function as the giant's launching-point. The orcs had the position fortified for the giant's return, and were ready with large amounts of supplies the giants might need in the wastes - more than they would need if all went went. If the giants had difficulty they could easily fall back to the staging point to resupply and defend. 

The commander of the group carried a letter sealed and stamped with Garlog's personal seal. He gave it to the thane as soon as they arrived.

To Thane Gudrik, Fury of the East

I regret that I cannot join your little hunting expedition; it has been too long since I blew a wastelander's head off. But urgent matters in the capital require my attention and the Elder Council has refused to send more of our forces out. I hope that the supplies and troops I have managed to provide will be enough. Along with this letter I have sent Gormith Wargchaser and a handful of companions as an attendants to your group. Two are skilled scouts who know the wastelands well, and the rest are skilled retainers at arms. Allow them to accompany you on your expedition.

Good hunting. If you bring back a warchief's head I'll throw you a party myself in the great hall.

Chief Garlog Whiteshot