I have posted, and I do hope I have assessed the situation correctly.
Brinniel - I used Shae a little bit, so let me know if I handled her properly.
I got everyone at least started on the way back to the camp, and I do hope that's alright. Seems we've avoided true confrontation with the slavers at this point, but...that will not last for long.
Please, anyone let me know if I need to change anything about my post.