He was stiff as well after the long ride, and greatful to dismount and stretch his muscles.  He walked his own horse to the water, and seeing Lauralana watering her steed let his own dip it's head to drink.<br/><br/>Her words caught his attention and he turned to face her.  "I'm honored to have the opportunity to face the Shadowspawn at your side," he said, "But even if this is my first true battle, I do not need to be watched over like a child."<br/><br/>About them, the other riders were also bringing their steeds up to be watered even as Garreth's voice rose to begin directing the forces onto the three riverboats.