You came alone? Where's everyone else? Almi appears agitated.
You ask him to fill you in on the current situation.
It's all my fault, really... It appears I've drastically underestimated the creatures here. Even though my troops are the best in all of Kaslow, our limited numbers are no match against them. If only I had done things differently... His fists clench in frustration.
(He gathers himself after a moment.)
I'm sorry, Sprite Messenger. I realize that this isn't the time for regret. Still, I had no idea the reconnaissance teams I sent out would be overpowered so quickly.
It's... simply too late to call in help from the Jale Science Association or the Ilya Senate. But I do have a favor to ask... Would you please retrieve the dog tags of my fallen comrades from the expedition site? The least I can do is return them home as proof of their wearers' bravery...
I urge you to be careful, Sprite Me