The cultists are of two types, there are a number of generic cultists, and several who are leveled NPCs. Some of these would be fighters, probably a total of 4 level four fighters, each with a band of 5 cultists. There is also an elite class of sorcerers that remain within a small area. The fighters and their units do sweeps of the tunnels and the surrounding valley. They are based in the renovated buildings above ground, moving into the tunnels several times a day to make their security sweeps.
The sorcerers stay in the underground chambers with a security guard of their own made up of acolytes. They study arcane texts and perform their rituals for power and understanding. The acolytes often leave on journeys to other pockets of dragon cultists, delivering messages and gathering information.
There are a dozen acolytes in all, with six level three sorcerers. The head of this enclave is a level seven sorcerer. She is the one responsible for creating the flesh golem and setting it to guard the lower entrance. She is also unwilling to die here. In the event that battle erupts and there is a threat to the cult, she will take 3-4 acolytes and leave. Forced to fight, she will deliver her strongest spells and continue on her way.
The fighters will engage and willingly fight. The sorcerers will defend their sanctuary, but are not willing to actively oppose anyone deep into the tunnels. They are more likely to flee, particularly if their leader does.
The kobolds in the tunnels are cowardly, but they also like to fight, and their aggressiveness will make them engage the party. They are fervent in their beliefs, and willing to fight in defense of the shrine. Unfortunately, the humans aren't nearly as committed to standing and fighting. The loyal cultists and acolytes will commit fully to any fight. The fighters will too, but the sorcerers will leave to continue their activities elsewhere. Their commitment isn't to defending this location, but the cult.
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