It was unfortunate to admit. Her guards, every single one, all bore the gashes and marks of a battle fiercely fought. They had been forced to group up around their Princess in the centre of the town, hedged in by changeling opponents on every side. Five of them had been heavily injured, and being unable to fly meant that another ten guards were occupied with carrying them and ensuring their safety. As an added burden, four more of her troops had managed to snatch away a wagon loaded with cocooned civilians, and were busy keeping it aloft in preparation for a speedy escape.