Exactly. [ Tenn returns a satisfied smile. ] I need a cover while I cast, something that will activate even if I'm distracted. It’s fine if it doesn’t last long.

[ He will have to consider what to do if he comes under heavy fire. Switch to Discovery, most likely, or perhaps an unnoticing spell. The more information he has, the better to plan in advance. And he trusts Eleven enough to ask frankly. ]

What could neutralize the ward? I presume Thaumaturgy has counterspells at the very least.