We need to think a little beyond just plain defense though. Especially since this isn't an enemy any of have faced. We don't know how strong they'll be.

[ He rubs his chin and glances around, taking in the surroundings. Some sort of added insurance or trick. He was used to going into things with plans A through at least F. This was feeling too haphazard for his tastes already. ]

We could tie a few extra ropes around for decoys... In a worst case scenario it could buy us a few extra seconds.

Uh... that is, if you think it'd be worth it?