The Phoenix tilts his head at the barrier that goes up. What is that? He respects the intention, though, drawing up a bit short and not moving any closer to the talking cat-like being.

"There's no need to be afraid, I'm not going to harm you. Forgive me for arriving so abruptly." The bird dips his head a little in apology. "I was simply concerned about your proximity to the battle. Both Odin and Bahamut are formidable warriors, capable of many a wondrous feat, and I do not wish to see any such feat accidentally visited upon a bystander."