Beep's sword goes straight through thin air.
"Fools!" cries Aurilious, "I am not substantial yet! However, you will find I can still cast spells!"
And a bolt of energy arcs from the wizard's hands, hitting two stone statues, which stir, and begin to walk toward you.
"Golems are simple, yet extremely effective. Did you really think it would be this easy? I found it extremely simple to trick you fools with my old woman disguise in the pub. The traps, wards, guardians, and trials I placed upon the Labyrinth were too difficult for me in my pitiful crone's body, but I knew a group of foolish, noble heroes could complete it relatively easily, especially if I threw the mention of treasure up their way. I had it all planned out even before I died!"