Nyx crosses his arms, looking down at the ground. He wanted to make sure he explained it correctly, even if it wasn't a decision he had made himself. It wasn't one he respected, to be honest but it wasn't one he didn't misunderstand.

"He was afraid. He saw no hope for the future except through the enemy and we all were afraid at the time. I'm not surprised he and so many others turned their backs. I understand, even if I'm not fond of the decision."

Betrayal was still betrayal. Drautos simply hadn't seen all the possibilities. He only saw the coming darkness, not the light after it.

"Though it sounds as if you are facing your own battles as well."