The Boggy Battlefield features difficult terrain, covered in thick mud and fresh snow, making it challenging for marching armies. Its strategic value has led the Unicorn Clan to establish extensive fortifications, including watchtowers, stakes to obstruct approaches, and numerous archers for defense. The boggy conditions have been noted by scouts as miserable for traversal, indicating that the Unicorn Clan has occupied this ground for an extended period, preparing it for potential conflict with the Lion Clan army.
Scouts reported the boggy conditions and the extensive defenses of the Unicorn Clan camp, prompting discussions among Lion Clan commanders regarding the advantages and disadvantages of engaging in battle on this terrain. The commanders debated the timing of their attack, with some advocating for a delay to gather more intelligence about the Unicorn Clan's preparations and potential traps on the battlefield. The muddy state of the battlefield was a significant factor in their decision-making, with Lion Clan leaders weighing the risks of an immediate assault against the need for more information. Ultimately, a consensus emerged to advance Lion Clan forces across the battlefield while deploying a scout, Akuyaku, to infiltrate the Unicorn Clan camp during the engagement.