I guess I will start.
We will be back for revenge next war.
This phenomenon was not unpredictable, the fluctuation of the tides is only, natural afterall.
We will follow the fluctuation of the tides, as the tides roll in, we will retreat into the darkness, to regroup, and get our new army ready.
When the tides turn, we shall be stronger than ever. Spearheaded by our extremely capable master, with an invincible army, with the unmatched force of a tsunami, the elegant grace of a waterfall, and destructive power of a hurricane.
we will rule all...
Enjoy your win fellow elementals, for it will not last. See you next war.