Baalroth acknowledged Urra'vin's attention with a nod, and stepped off of the round dais that the two thrones rested upon. The mountainous man walked straight up to the Flameguard, and stood an arms length away.
"As you are no doubt aware, we are in the midst of a budding conflict with the Tenkou clan once again. Queen Ryuujinn has allied herself with deep-dwarves - more specifically, the Ironside clan, here in the Thunderblacks."
The deep bass voice echoed throughout the massive chamber as he spoke, heavy booted feet stepping noisily upon the stone as he walked to and fro in front of the five warriors, speaking loudly enough for all to hear.
"The blasted duergar themselves have orcs alongside them. We've learned that recently their tunnel network nearly connects to ours...in times of peace, this would make no difference, but I dare not give Ryuujinn an open door into the Aerie."
He then stopped in front of Urra'vin, and leveled a heavy look at the smaller dragon. "I am tasking you five - and one other - to seek out the Black Gate, nearly forty miles Northeast of here. Legend says it's impenetrable."
He leaned in closer to Urra'vin, and gave a prideful smile.
"I want you to tear it asunder. And, I regret to say so, but the Ironsides are not to survive this conflict, nor their allies. Exterminate them, by any means necessary."
He then straightened, then, and walked back to stand in front of his throne. "Also, another will join you, as I stated. He is well trained, but inexperienced in combat. My son, prince Marakai, will accompany you. Treat him as a fellow man at arms, and not as sovereign. Marakai!"
At the summons, a young dragon, perhaps Urra'vin's age or a bit younger, descended from the inclining ramp, garbed in thick, full-bodied black leather armor. At almost six-and-a-half feet, he clearly wasn't done growing yet. Red eyes observed those below him as he answered the summons, keen and sharp. He glanced at his father, and then nodded to Urra'vin.
Baalroth looked to Urra'vin as well. "He is not your superior during this mission....however."
He walked up to the younger Dragon, and laid a hand on his shoulder.
"My friend...take care of my son."