Draiss nodded politely, and called at Rein to move up, getting through the 'ambush' first. Once she was through, he bowed slightly, almost mockingly, before heading through it. He was almost outside the ambush when he abruptly whirled about. "Actually, I just had a thought. I need beings in my little group, challenging certain human thoughts like 'nonhumans' are inferior and things like that, and would have a better appearance if one you was with me. In return, I will move the rest of you closer to home. I nominate the priestess to stay behind, most interesting, and I have questions for her."