[Syrlya glances aside, reaching to pull up another chair to sit down by Estinien.]

It probably isn't the most strategic decision. But... sometimes that isn't the same as the right one.

[He knows war. He knows the guilt of leaving their own behind. He can say it's because they can't afford to be picked off but... the truth is, he's tired of failing to protect people. If they're all in agreement, then he's inclined to go with the tide. The hardest part--convincing the Pleroma--is already done.]

Godlike power would make that a lot easier. But we'll find a way without it.