[He hums, following along and keeping an eye on their surroundings as they go. It's more a reflexive action than anything, considering how used to constantly being on guard he is.]

If that is the case, then I agree. [That the Oracle should get a say in how it's used, if it has any sentience. Granted, his opinion comes from a pretty biased place, but. Y'know. Object spirits gotta stick together...

As for the rest:] ...For those who can traverse those areas safely, all the better. But very few people seem unaffected by the chill here, and I'm concerned that more people attempting to access the spaces beyond the waters will only heighten the possibility of a casualty.

[Frankly, he's shocked that a death hasn't happened yet.]