The leader of the cult certainly seems to be rather powerful; not quite capable of the best pre-epic spells, but close. The other cultists were far less powerful, but still decent spellcasters. The circle was a well built one, and not so much as a hair crossed the lines; warding spells kept even dust away from the ritual circle, ensuring it would remain intact.<br/><br/>The head of the circle blinks in surprise; clearly he hadn't anticipated a greater demon lord, but he's hoping that Draiss is simply bluffing. "We have need of your services, great demon lord," he replies, smoothly. "There is an army, making its way towards this city, and we desire to see it<em>crushed.</em>We believe the slaughter and mayhem should be quite... attractive, to you," he says, trying not to grin.