Darthallys looks to Phaern with the light of murder in his eyes. "So long as we can seal them all off. We cannot have anyone surviving." Phaern no doubt notices that the sibeccai changed the concept of retreating to surviving in a rather ruthless and unfeeling sort of way...
(Yes, Leesea would have helped scout...it's what she does best, after all. )
Leesea has little she needs to do in the way of preparation. She'll let the casters prep their spells while she tends her gear and makes sure her magic items are readily accessible.
*Atlas stands and watches the others as they once again prepare for battle, prepare for a chance to meet their ancestors. Then silently the slow and deliberate forms and prayers of his forefathers ceremonies lead him to the acceptance and understanding of all the life that will soon be lost at the edge of a blade.
OOC: If I am playing Atlas too bossy in the group let me know.
OOC - So... we're ready to begin. Any further strategizing or anything you'd like to clarify for me before you begin the assault? And Gideon, I think you're playing Altas very well.
(ooc - I think Leesea's pretty much ready. Initially, she'll use her wand of Diminished Energy Weapon to call forth an acid blade. Otherwise, she'll just try to be sneaky and look like the "least interesting" target.)