@AggroWall in this case I'd argue he's being adequately cautious. It was established in the back story that even he who had bested the demon queen of infamy couldn't manipulate the root on his own. Nor could she. Whoever they are up against either has power enough to do so, possesses a sword like artifact of their own or knows some manner of trick.
in 2 out of 3 of those cases you'd best come packing some heat
in 2 out of 3 of those cases you'd best come packing some heat