Oh, I can be ready immediately. The whole thing ought to be simple, though I do believe I will be going with the regiment. Reinforcing their armor to be stronger than usual would be child's play, so I can save the exertion for when things actually do get difficult.

[excuse me for asking but did you say a challeeeeeenge]

Who are our other sorcerers, then? I'd like to be able to seek them out as soon as I get there for the sake of coming up with a plan of defense.