I have not yet Harmonized, myself, but I am led to believe Highstorm citizens have been particularly hostile towards Meridian Shard-bearers as of late?

[ Which is what he means by growing tensions-- though the sheer number of casualties during the trial should be good indication that the current mood between both factions is... delicate. ]

Regardless, those directly responsible for such casualties should be names to keep in mind for the next trial. [ To watch out for... or to side with, depending on how things pan out. ] They may not speak for the entire collective, but would you not agree that they represent the worst and most dangerous of each faction?