wait wait this would actually work out for louis since he would stay behind. but what if istredd just gives him a little telepathic nudge if you're up for it??? i know they have v few thread cr, but -

what if he'd be wandering after shrine thing and they just briefly connect as he passes by and a gentle but firm leave, louis will def encourage him. idk why, but it propped into my head and i need it??? especially since if he spends more time in the pit, he does not want his thirst to keep taking over + he could be encouraged to make sure others survive, to serve a purpose away from the pit.