Having three realms rush to your aid might have had something to do with that.
I've never written them off though. I still think that Arcachon will eventually lose, but it's going to be a nasty fight. I have no frickin' idea how Arcachon is maintaining that many troops, though.
I would suspect that those from their religion whom live outside of Arcachon may be giving some assistance
And now that they have peace with at least one southern neighbour food sales could be bringing in a pretty penny.
