( It's a good strategy, it's smart, no glaring flaws spring into his mind. Nothing for him to turn over and double-triple-quadruple guess. Enough confidence restored to keep him going without stumbling out of that necessary state of calm. )

I can. It won't hold them for very long, they burrow-- well. Obviously. But it should buy us enough time to get out. Especially if--

( He dips down quickly, plucking a shield away from the scientist, who lets out an affronted, hey!

He frisbee's it down the non-escape-route tunnel. It doesn't make for much of a wall, particularly considering how thin he has to bend it to cover the surface area, but it's something. Every little bit helps.

He exhales a steadying breath, then shoots Lance a nod.

Ready. )