He nodded, apparently satisfied, and made his way through the crowd to stand before Forgath.  Despite standing tall compared to the other ponies, the stallion still had to tilt his head up to avoid looking Forgath in the midsection. With the wave of a hand Forgath turned and Shadow Mane fell into step beside him, guards moving to flank both their lord and his guest.  As they started, Forgath turned to the nearest. "Glaive, get a head-count and have room prepared in the main guard complex.  If more space is needed, contact Cap Stone and Feudal Effort; they'll be able to find more housing."