I'm really glad you're still around, FW. Aust has the potential to be a really great character and I look forward to when you can write him again.

Thank you for the information. It's very helpful. Without retconning anything or making assumptions, I can use that as an excuse as to why Lothren feels better except for his more serious wounds.

I think it's safe to say though that he won't be using magic inside Udny Pass. Aust seems intelligent enough not to take that risk.