Sahael bursts out of the ice, though it seems much more taxing to maintain your nightmare form in this aura of magic-dampening cold.
Sepulchrus: "Wait! How is this an objectively bad idea? Because of this, I was able to locate Mento. We may be able to save him with this power! But I doubt it's possible if you destroy me.
Spoiler: Sense Motive DC 42He was indeed able to locate Mento, but there's more to this story. It's unclear if he's hiding something critical or if he just hasn't had time to tell you everything, he is desperate to prevent his imminent destruction.
Spoiler: DC 52He's legitimately confused and alarmed by your attack, and is desperate to not be destroyed. Though he's holding something important about this back.