I think people are offended by these requests because they perceive the 'need relic+1' as elitist. But it's usually the other way around. The guys making the request are usually actually humble and newbie enough to know they need the other guys to carry them. Sure, these guys may talk tough but if you look at their record (or the fact those guys are usually the first to die) you'll realize that these guys are actually aware of their shortcomings which is why they try to stack the odds in their favor. You don't have to go along with their plan, but at least those guys tried.