[@Obscene Symphony]
Oh yeah, I had thought about the language barrier but figured there'd be an explanation and I didn't have to worry about it.

[s]I realize now I have to worry about it.[/s] Actually no I don't, I like your idea. It's a little hand-wavy for now, but I'm sure we can come up with a somewhat acceptable reason for it later LOL.

I think I prefer the soul-bound characters just straight up being able to understand and speak to each other, without needing their guardians to translate.