[He watches her carefully, though ultimately he doesn't know enough about magic or magically-treated-injuries to know whether or not this will pose an issue for them. Blanche's magic has always been powerful enough to see them through any problems they face, so if there's going to be a problem, she'll mention it. It should be fine otherwise.

As always, she's snapped right back into her usual serious and commanding mode. It's a bit of a relief that they can just pick right back up despite that attack, but Alaric's going to keep a close eye on her just to make sure there isn't any lasting effects.]

That's what I'm thinking. We may be able to learn more about what happened.

[Maybe someone saw the caster of this spell, or perhaps they'll find the closest town's been destroyed. Regardless of what awaits them, it's a start.]

There's a town called Landow that shouldn't be too far away.

[Give him a moment to think about where they are on a map... He moves to point in the direction.]

Shouldn't be too long of a hike, and it'll take us through the woods. Will you be okay to walk?