A lot of time has passed in real life since the fight in the zombie room, but have we taken a rest since then so people could heal up? Post #666: Bartleby takes 6 damage, Tock takes 9 damage. Post #708: Rejik takes 9 damage Post #734: Swift takes 6 damage
I mean, it would be a bit out-of-character for either Aeiyan or Sulannus to suggest a rest, wouldn't it? Neither is a healer, and neither took damage personally. If a rest is to be suggested IC before the keyed attempt on the door, I think someone else should suggest it IC.
[OoC Actually, you haven't been under threats since the battle with the zombies: after that, you've been trying to unlock the heavy door, then you investigated the corridor and the last room, and discussed a bit. The most threatening moment you've had, is when you attacked the ladder against the wall... and it didn't respond. So if you want, I'm willing to retroactively grant the party the benefits of a short rest. [/OoC]