Mmmh, unfortunately, most of my usual methods aren't available anymore... But, we can think that over while we search, no?

[At which point they nod, gesturing vaguely in one direction to start in. It actually doesn't take too long for Fran to find one of the bugs that can speak to them.]

Hello? I'm looking for someone! It's very important. His name is Charles? is he here?.... Do you even know our names?

[To which they get a few gumbled half-fluent replies, the general consensus is know. They're vaguely aware of names, but don't know anyone by that name... There's a couple monsters that might fit the description? It's time for Fran to turn to Kain.]

Looks like asking isn't gonna get us that far...