Castor ordered a council of his most trusted advisors. Each holding much experience in several fields and often excelled in one or two. Almost all advisors agreed upon that Sylvannyr had no obligation to help out either nation. The advisor of trade, joined by Admiral Caledon, explained that there was on benefit from blockading the port. Furthermore, the economic impact would be troublesome to say the least. Castor took heed of this advice, and decided not to engage with the fleet.