I mean, is there a reason why they see it evil?

I know there is Some IC reasons, but they are 100% vague in my examinations.

I need to learn the rules on the DM Question and Answer forum. : (

Eff Oh Eye Gee, Tom_the_Younger.

But, it also might have something to do with the fact that The Machine appears to be wholly unnatural?

Unnatural is a term of policy- It only applies to what you think is unnatural.

Ask them maybe lols.