Anniston pulls up sharply, nearly clobbering Jaroth as he becomes visible.
(Sorry I'm late with the miss chance. I believe the DM has ruled that Jaroth has the better initiative)
"Damn the darkness, Jaroth!" Anniston exclaims with unexpected fury. Then visibly pulling himself together, he continues with more control, "Jaroth, how many are out there and how are they arrayed? We may not hold out here much longer, we may have to charge!"