It's true that we could just have Vulpix freeze the lake, for those of use who can't fly over it, but I'm still not sure...
Unless your trail of ice is strong enough to hold a 98 pound dragon I'll pass
@Keeper of Night Imma reflect Shinx's light such that it produces a more concentrated beam that should ideally show us what's farther down the passage. I think that's how light works. Wish we had a professor of light here or something. :/