Buddy nodded, pulling the cart closer to the wagon but leaving it behind as he took his axe out. Pylia got out of the wagon and took her warclub out. "How are you talking to Shortfang? Did you learn some magic or something?" Pylia asked curiously. No one had informed her of Shortfang's new trick. Regardless the party moved forward and would soon meet with Shortfang, who motioned them to lower their heads. Sure enough at the bottom of a hill was a big of a clearing with a large tree, and on that tree were four bird-like figures. If you didn't look too carefully they looked like normal birds such as vultures or eagles, but for those aware they could make out the human faces on these monstrous birds. "Shortfang no find other way. Gotta go through there. Rush or sneak?" You can tell that while Shortfang and Pyila seem adapt at sneaking about, Buddy was far too heavy and loud to sneak without being spotted. He could stay behind, but that would mean it'll take him more time to get into the thick of battle. Pylia charged her club with magic and looked to you. "I'll follow your lead, Sylvia."