If I recall correctly (maybe I don't!), the first pool was in level 2 - where the devil is presumably waiting.  And the first door to the rest of the Spire was on level 3?  So if we get past this trial chamber we're just entering, we should be safe from interception (though not necessarily from pursuit coming down the Path behind us)?<br/><br/>Maybe the devil will hold off our pursuers, wanting his prizes for himself.  :-)<br/><br/>Since half-speed seems to guarantee we'd be found by those opening the gate on level 3, Bremorel went quickly despite the -5.  Not a good roll.