i've taken it to the dealership under warranty, and they found nothing worth noting. compression numbers were even and good, no obvious leaks (none) were found. They even took a camera in my cylinders and found nothing out of the norm. For the most part, I've learned to accept the fact that its probably my rings going out.

DC2 told me about how I might need a new oil pan gasket, which I will replace when i get time to do so...