[He really is reminding him of the past... That shudder though? He's not sure on that. It all makes Eichi think, but he's smooth enough that he doesn't pause in conversation, continuing on easily.]

You won't do any good as a shield if you can't walk. Is it that insect you mentioned that caused this issue? If that's the case, won't one knock you down and simply move on to me?

[Casually pointing out the flaws here.]

Rather than risk that, let's avoid them completely by continuing to move. Ah, I had wanted to stop at that large pack of crystals up ahead, but if there really is such a dangerous thing here, then I should continue to go further...