[@Ashifili] Considering he already has a history of running missions successfully, it does make complete sense for him to team up with those he's worked with previously. Maybe not any of the three since he's only been ranked as a Year 6 recently, but eh.
[@Natsu] Can't say I see the synergy really. Any wound/injury that would necessitate a transfer from Richard would take too long in the middle of a heated battle.