Using Delia's distraction of the guard to full effect, Xarius nimbly slips forward to scoop up the discarded equipment. Taking care not to cause any noise that may distract them, he otherwise takes the time to inspect his haul while the succubus continues to work her magic on the clueless man. The sword he deams to be of sufficient quality, not unlike the swords and scimitars that had been available to him back at the temple. He'd of course been trained to wield such a weapon, despite his personal preference for archery over swordplay. At a time like this however, he'd simply have to take what he could get, and having the sword and shield made him feel a lot more capable than mere moments before. Now he'd at least have the means to fend off an attacker should their escape attempt be prematurely discovered. Where the sword's craftsmanship was of a high standard, the shield's was not. Amounting to little more than a rounded piece of metal with a handhold... it would no less prove useful however, as any means of protection, and keeping blades and attacks away from his body would be invaluable. While he understood swordplay a good deal, shields where not something he had a lot of experience wielding, as they were far too unwieldy to use in conjunction with a bow, where as a backup melee weapon was a simple and effective switch when backed into a corner.<br/><br/>After inspecting the equipment and any armor the guard left behind, Xarius gingerly picks up the keys, taking care to ensure each key is pressed against his palm so as not to jingle excessively. He was surprised to see just how many keys there were, and took the opportunity to familiarize himself with them while Delia led the guard away. The catboy inspecting one after another, to see if there was any clear indication etched into them that would indicate their intended location of use. Where each of these for a separate cell? Or perhaps there was simply that many locked doors elsewhere on the ship? Either way, he had them now, and so long as they where not merely a set of keys for a file cabinet in the corner of the room and little else, having them should come in handy. Plus now that he had a sword, where the keys failed, he could always opt to use force where applicable....as a last resort of course.<br/><br/>Once the image of the succubus dips around the corner, slipping into her cell with the guard in toe. Xarius rises to his feet, taking that as his queue to act. Sneaking forward once more, the catboy puts himself in position just outside her cell door. Ears perked and eyes wide he listens carefully to the goings on within. Muscles tense and ready to act, as his tail swishes excitedly, the catboy ready to pounce. Ready to close the door on the guard, to lock him out of the way in a cell, the simplest solution and easiest on him honestly, as they could of course use his sword against him, or Delia could drain him.... being locked in a cell was honestly the most merciful option available. Should things go wrong however, Xarius was prepared to storm into the cell and deal with the unarmed guard personally should it come to that. Of course he'd prefer it not too....as he was eager to get this man out of the way, and begin inspecting the contents of the other cells.