Wouldn't the only magic that would work for machinery come from our dear friends that're now working on stuff to try and kill us? [The tone's dry, despite knowing what Grell says makes enough sense.] I've never even thought about lightning magic.

[Does it relate to fire? That he isn't sure, but...but it's definitely an idea.] I've shaped metal before. It's not too hard, depending on what metal you're working with. I'm used to my 3D printer and the other tools I have in the garage at home, but I've been here long enough it doesn't matter too much.

[He brightens considerably at that.] I was kinda hoping you'd say that. What'd you figure out? [Give him a moment to get up. He's going to approach to take a closer look at Grell's work.]