"Matthias," in answer to what sounds like a question, but isn't the question.

A second swig from the bottle, before Ellis trades beer for something more substantial.

"Holden keeps a level head, and his friend, Amos is good in a fight. Aenor Dinadhal knows the land, and how to keep out of sight traveling it. Enchanters Julius, Smythe and Rowntree for mages. You'll want Jone of Denerim, Richard Dickerson, and Erik Stevens as well."

Then, with a sidelong look, a slight smile, Ellis tacks on, "And me."