I have seen but one cave that is not my home, and it was very dead and abandoned. Less of a cave and more of a.... massively delved mountain fortress. But its entrance was a cave. [yes, it would've probably helped if he mentioned that part. alas, elves are not always helpful.]

I am told it is prudent to delve with a Warden, who are the best choice when entering the undergrounds. At least, it did not sound as though they would be unwilling... If I cannot, then I will have to suffer a wait. [if that makes him sound a little impatient, so be it. luckily he's not curious enough about this to go running off on his own.... again.]