Gareth nodded in simple acceptance of the Duke's answer, taking a half step back to indicate he had no further questions. Despite his clearly middle-class and travel-worn cloak, his manners were rather exact. The mason's best paying work often came from nobles, who in Ferelden enforced varying degrees of formality.<br/><br/>The huge man's hazel eyes move back and forth as the parties talk of troop requirements, widening a bit further yet at the mention of mages. Everything was so combat focused, so he spoke up again, addressing the Duke but really speaking to the entire room.<br/><br/><span style="color: #A0522D">"Your Grace, beyond the matter of guarding the expedition, has there been thought paid to ensuring enough muscle and skill of labour is present in case of obstacles or a collapse?"</span><div class="messageTextEndMarker"> </div>