Something else passes through the Dust Storm, a brief shiver, something that almost pulls the sword forward before multiplying in force and striking each of the balls of light... which then begin to streak away from the dynamic duo in precise, organized patterns, illuminating the hallway, the staircase, and the two branches leading left and right, before coming to a perfect stop.

"Welp. Glad that didn't go horribly wrong," Tyzias deadpans, but she smiles slightly as she glances at the tip of her wand, obviously proud of herself. "C'mon, let's check out those hallways first. I don't want to get ambushed because we neglected to cover all of our bases before heading upstairs." She pauses. "And if you say that we should split up to cover more ground, I will punch you."