Traveler observed as the reptilian organism pacified the two unfortunate guards, noting that his movements were with the speed and skill of a veteran. Clearly someone it would not want to draw the ire of. 

Traveler followed suit with everyone else onto the merchant vessel before the doors closed behind them. [color=purple]This may make it difficult to return... unless taking this ship is part of the plan[/color] Traveler thought while splitting into the smaller groups. It's orders, to pillage and pacify the crew. looking in one direction, it saw ventilation covers toward the ceiling, but not too high up to reach. 

[color=purple]"This cell will move through vents and look for the captain, pacifying targets along the way."[/color] Traveler said as its form stretched and distorted, eventually losing all resemblance to that of a human. Choosing the guise of its 'in-between' form, resembling a black slime with no discernible features, Travler oozed through the small slits of the vent, losing its senses as they were absorbed into its form. Instead, it had to rely by feeling the environment and the subtle vibrations of movement to construct a map of the area. To its left, a constant low vibration suggesting a fan in the distance. To its right, intermittent loud vibrations suggesting a conversation from what it presumes to be a group of merchants. [color=purple]Prey. Should try to avoid killing. One dead won't hurt... for sustenance...[/color] Traveler thought before moving towards the source.