"I would not be displeased that he has elected to join the Illuminator. They may need someone of his prowess should they go into the field. You will not be left wanting with those of us who have come to you, general.". Handser speaks to Bellicus. While it would have been nice to have Noctis in the fight, Handser would not argue if he had sworn himself to his own path. Bellicus had all of the good adventurers he could get.