Agreed, on all counts. But such is the nature of fanaticism.
Given that the barrier placed over the village prevents teleportation, it seems they aren't willing to allow that. Likely they fear that if given the opportunity to leave the enclosure by any means, none of the residents would return.
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Given that the barrier placed over the village prevents teleportation, it seems they aren't willing to allow that. Likely they fear that if given the opportunity to leave the enclosure by any means, none of the residents would return.