Into the Asylum: First into Action?

"So then, " the elf enquired impatiently, "do we knock and wait as the sign decrees or do we make our own arrangements for entry? I would prefer the latter, better destiny in your own hand than that of another, especially as we have our suspicions about Oldenhaller's motives, but I am content to put it out for a vote! We can hardly stand idle here in the darkness for long until we are noticed, surprise is an important factor in any endeavour and we would all prefer to have that hand to play."

Gracefully, the elf motioned his gloved hand towards the door.

"So what will it be? Who's for compliance with these scribblings and who's for direct action?"