Xendengalis helps search the room. Afterwards, figuring now is as good a time as any, Xendengalis casts Detect Magic, concentrating first on the contents of the room, then in all directions beyond the room. If he finds anything, he will concentrate until he gets as much information as he can.
Yes... those tongs have a strong Transmutation aura... yes... they seem to be able to lift things... even hot things...
OOC: Spells left:
Level 0 (4): Guidance, Resistance
Level 1 (4): Bless, Cure Light, Sanctuary, Summon Monster I