Well, I just went back and started to read chapter 4 and I think they are about perfect.
I "think" what we all are feeling is the "calm before the storm" effect of Magusfang's writing! That calmer slow build up to the shock, awe and horror of what war and battle really are.
Just as the ocean on the beach recedes right before the next wave comes in. Just sayin'.
I just can't make up my mind if I'm ready for the next wave to come in but, the suspense of waiting for the next chapter is really murder!!!! ROFL