Of course - rushing in swords drawn is foolhardy at best. We need to know as much as we can so that we might be able to counter whatever overwhelmed the others.

[But, ah, someone who shares her thoughts.]

As for what they were thinking, I cannot say I have the faintest idea, and I do not know if that is a good or bad thing. Perhaps facing some strange, otherworldly creature is dangerous but facing down a group of terrorists we know next to nothing about is perfectly fine?

[She's not bitter. Really.]