He cares a lot about the village. If I had to guess, he's trying to figure us out through talking now after he's realised just observing isn't getting him anything. We're getting pretty close to people…

[ but not really. elysium's still ready to leave on a moment's notice and hums a noncommittal sound. he points to a rocky outcrop a small distance away. ]

How's that for one? We'll have the height advantage over anyone coming from the few directions they can.