Level-70 armored high elves escort Ferdinand with enchanted lances while scores of archers and mages conceal themselves in the surrounding woods.
Two unnamed guards ride Moon Sambhur beside Simoom. They are pale, long-haired, elaborately groomed men in shining plate armor and carry long enchanted silver lances; one weapon is stained with the remains of a recently killed Creeper.
At least a hundred further high elves surround the clearing on foot. Some carry bows, while others prepare magic with glowing hands. Their white map markers and obedience to Ferdinand persist even after he attacks Mongo and nearly kills Donut.
Beautiful pale elves with long white hair, polished plate armor, and glowing silver lances.
The guards demonstrate the overwhelming military force and protected status behind Ferdinand's threats.