I mean, they probably could have if they weren't horrible humans or however this works.

[Maybe they were born demons? Billy isn't entirely sure, but there's a pretty pathetically squirming demon.]

But you're right, I guess. No sinking to their level. I'm going to assume you're not hiding super strength or anything, right?

[He reaches out for one of the chains, giving it a rough tug.]

I might be able to break them with a spell. It'd keep us at a safer distance too.