It's fine that you didn't see my reply as soon as you wish you would have, we all have our own lives to attend to :D
All I have to say about most of your reply is "neat"!
Wilma died to Haast when confronting her alongside Morgan in my playthrough. So she could be saved, that's great)
That's some really interesting trivia/inspiration about Haast! And yes, I think you've made the right decision too ;)