Franklin would not be the one to fire the first shot, but if violence seems inevitable, the three hobbits will concentrate their fire on the wizard, hoping to take him out before he can cast any spells.
First things first: Franklin offers the men some food & water from his pack. "Hi! I'm Franklin. You're right, that black pudding was a tough customer."
The three halflings ready their weapons (sword for Franklin and slings for his henchmen) in case a spider drops down to eat Maloof or the coins are a mimic!