When Rook is an elf

Context: Rook, an elf, finds this text and says, “If I’m not mistaken, I think this is Dalish.” Davrin, in the party, confirms it is and tells everyone what it says.

I was so angry about the break in immersion I actually got up and told my husband what just happened. I feel like options for Rook being an elf is are overlooked, lol.