An answer, but also not. This was something Ilsibin would have to go over with the knight-commander personally, when there was less going on. Both he and Jolu shot out of their seats when the glass shattered. No, know was not the time for detailed accounts. 

Without a second thought he joined Blayze at the door. While the archer scanned the area, Ilsibin unslung his crossbow and locked a bolt into place. Trusting that Blayze had his direction covered, Ilsibin turned his back to him and kept watch over the opposite direction. Though the instinct was strong and his hand fingered one of the tanglefoot bags at his belt, Ilsibin knew such obstructions would only help to cut off possible escape routes.

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Inside Jolu went to the queen's side with her scroll case in hand and clearly visible. No need to make the bishop jumpy. Anyone who could physically deal with rock wraiths was someone to step lightly about.

[color=0072bc]"Rhyshin, I believe Ilsibin and I will keep close to you. To tell the truth, we aren't the most adept at sneaking in advance of others."[/color]

A half truth, but no need to reveal the real reason the couldn't separate. While she waited to move, she removed the case's cap and exerted her will upon the contents. A wispy trait of smoke slid out and swirled around her hand. Every so often the faintest hint of  a face would mar its perfect trails before fading away.