"Oh, well, if there's others, then..." He quickly swapped out his sword for his mace and shield, then took just a moment to lean against the wall and breathe. He wasn't precisely winded, but one took their chance to steady oneself whenever one could.

"All right!" he said after a moment, pushing himself fully vertical again. "Let's get over there and absorb some damage!" He hefted his mace, then paused. "Uh, by which I mean me. I'd prefer you not get hurt."