[He doesn't necessarily like the idea of him and whatever this is sharing a plant-esque theme kthx]

Hm, you could be onto something. If it specifically wants to be fed with powered individuals as a sacrifice, it makes sense that it would also try and take any kind of power released in the air.

[....did someone use magic in the gazeno? is that why this haze spawned here?]

I don't think, even for data, releasing more magic in the air would be wise. At least not directly into the haze.