Kosuke nodded and they began walking off toward the mountain pass. He didn't doubt that these people were strong-willed, most warriors were. It might not even be possible for him to get through to them, especially since he didn't particularly want to hypnotize anyone. Depending on the state of things when they got there, an entirely different plan might well be needed.<br/><br/>There was a whole lot of rubble and grassland on the way to the mountain pass, and the trees grew sparser the closer they got. Still though, it was cooler in the mountains and the sun was merciful. The boy was content to leave his hood down.<br/><br/>Looking at the mass of rubble blocking the path, it was easy to see why the invaders didn't just climb over it. It was a sheer unstable cliff and one loose stone could mean certain death. Kosuke looked at the Ranger to see if he was confident enough to climb it, or if he would need magical assistance. It wasn't too great a distance, so if it was necessary he could probably fly the both of them over. Though he'd prefer if it wasn't necessary. If things went well on the other side they may as well help out a bit in clearing the pass, but it was better to leave it blocked until they saw the state of things on the other side.