Tycho was somewhat conflicted at first, it was clear that they must attack and likely kill this man, but at the same time there was the unknown risk of the statue. The wound that was spewing lack ichor upon it's neck would say of its death, but given it's strange nature it was wholly possible it was alive still. Acting quickly, quicker than the guardsman, Tycho used the distraction presented by Matrim to sneakily close the gap between him and the foe, poising himself to deliver a blow to the man's vital areas.<br/><br/>He slashed twice, the first blow connecting with a deep wound, and the second missing altogether. Tycho had no idea if these guards were some form of magicians or other odd creatures, given the downright bizarre nature of the house.