"She is right." Thalya interjected, joining the three in discussion over their options. "I could probably put a lot of them to sleep, thus increasing our odds in winning if boarding seems inevitable. Also to be effective I suggest spellcaster to stay out of sight to the last minute they board us so that we surprise them with our magic. Alternatively," she smiles mischievously. "Al' Rhayel and I can dress like your crew, Alyssa.  That way the enemy wouldn't suspect magic-users among the crew, giving us the element of surprise when we unleash our magic on them.  What do you think, oh beauteous, Captain?"  Giving her a wink, then turning to took at Norton, smiling as  she did.