You can always find a Giant Picus in the wilderness clearing (before it becomes the Awayu Camp). Three of them are always in the north of the area.
Yes, you DO need to align with at least one side. It's the only way to get into the Mook building in Arnika. They won't let you in without an alliance offer from either the T'Rang or the Umpani.
And yes, Crock has your missing Ranger. Better go back and get him before he misses even more experience.
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