Maura's eyes widen, considerably, as do Daminor's. They both stammer out, "<strong><em>A Staff of LIFE?!</em></strong>" Clearly, this is one of the more powerful things they've ever seen. They're a little distracted over oohing and aahing over the powerful item, and ignore him for a few minutes. Even Cerul seems quite impressed with the amazing item.<br/><br/>When they finally return their attention to him, they consider their options. "We've been traveling for a good part of the day... and if we encounter too many more things, I fear we won't be able to hold our own. This is a dangerous region... I think we ought to head a little ways from here, in case more hobgoblins return, and set up your camp, heading out to investigate that bridge, tomorrow." She takes a minute to explain the map and the situation to the others, who nod in agreement with the plan.