The gnolls attack first, the one in front of Dartis missing wildly with his blow. Alexander scrambles for the goblin shield as the second gnoll hovers over him. At the last minute, Alexander swings the shield upwards defensively to block the attack. Using his improvised shield, he gets jolted as the blow meant for him is absorbed by the sheet of metal, but he remains unharmed.
Kel drops his bow and pulls his sword. He shouts his warcry and appears through the smoke, slashing deeply into the gnoll attacking Alexander. He gravely wounds the gnoll with his blade.
Silas catches the injured creature with a jab to the throat, breaking its windpipe and killing it (crit for Silas).
Dartis swings at his opponent, but misses. He at least has the satisfaction of knowing there is only one gnoll left and his allies are coming in to help. Rix still cannot make out who is who from his position, but maintains his subterfuge.