[ Akatsuki denying intending to use him as bait, and Vogel trying to cover for using his handle when it must be clearly visible alongside his unfortunately extant HP bar: all signs point to these, indeed, being good kids. Maybe too good to tease. ]

If the enemy tries to target me, I'll step on them.

[ Why couldn't he at least have fangs. But whatever, angry grunty feet should be menacing enough for some presents, should they happen to get close. He's enjoying the range of the cover from both kids. ]

Most of our drops were further in. ...Keep an eye out for strange voices offering blessings.