In the distance, a clap of thunder was met with a streak of fire as the battle started. The Thunderbirds had come to the roosting area in an effort to take it.

The Phoenixes were not going to give it up without a fight. They had already evacuated the chicks, females and others that were unable to fight. They were prepared and well-armed.

A few of the older Phoenixes had taken on the leadership role that had been vacated by the death of Elder Pyre.

The Thunderbirds were surprised by the well-armed and organized opposition they encountered. They retreated quickly.