When the fortress comes under attack, D'avin takes the lead to protect the Surrogates and get them to safety. This photo is proof the girls are not exactly helpless.
Delle Seyah: I need you to transport a young woman to Qresh. Provided you can keep your lovers in check. Dutch: Pardon? Delle Seyah: This girl rarely encounters men. It's critical she's kept unmolested. Dutch: I think my lovers can handle that.