Going straight in, no one can precisely predict whether this would be too risky.
After all, no one knows exactly what kind of creatures this place may hold.
No mercenary would be willing to admit they are afraid. Just like people who are proficient in a certain field wouldn't lack the resolve to equip them in that area.
Bravery and fearlessness, along with the tenacity to draw one's weapon against powerful monsters, always.
This creed sustains all mercenaries in their battles in the forest, especially the hot-blooded ones.
Fight, then gain victory through fighting.
In the bloody carnage, with every swing of their weapon, splashing beast's flesh and bone, wealth comes rolling in with the pounding of one's heart.
For most mercenaries, this is what they are after.
Especially when facing an upcoming battle, the benefits between choices and points do not suit a mercenary at that time.
Picking up their weapons and preparing for the battle eagerly. This is the norm for mercenaries.