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[chromosomes]

Well.

[ Well indeed. The Red Hand's plan didn't quite go as they wanted, but the Void didn't kill them all. That's something, right?

Of course, John doesn't say that, or much else that he's thinking about the battle or the Gem or the far worlds. He just shakes his head a little. ]

If anyone's ended up somewhere and has a hell of a long trip to get where they actually want to be, I might be able to play taxi for a while. I fully intend on checking all these new -- to us, at least -- places out, so I might as well be useful while I'm at it.

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[chromosomes]

[ Oh, he knows it. ]

'Learned' isn't exactly the word I'd use, but- I don't know what word I'd use instead.

[transmarine]

Gifted.

[He's smirking, because he knows very well how terrible certain... gifts can be to a person.]

[chromosomes]

"Gifted". Yeah, that works.

[ A little snort. ]

It worked out, at least.

[transmarine]

It could've been worse. How does the ring work, if I can ask?

[chromosomes]

It's enchanted. Lets me take up to five other beings with me.

[transmarine]

I'm going to assume that isn't a ring you find in a cereal box.

[chromosomes]

Heh, no. This one in particular was a gift from a friend.

[transmarine]

[He's quiet a moment. A powerful gift indeed.]

Powerful friend you have. What else do you know about the magic here? Any advice for a newcomer?

[chromosomes]

[ Had, but John doesn't correct him. ]

There's a lot you can do with it. A lot that varies between one person and the next, even when it's magic native to this world. I'm not much of a magic user myself, but item enchantments can be pretty useful despite that. And healing magic.

[transmarine]

Mm. I'm sure they can be. I never had to bother with magic myself, but I'm starting to reconsider it.

[chromosomes]

It's not a bad idea. There's so much of it here, ingrained in everything.

[transmarine]

Sounds as much fun as it probably is.

[Said with such a deadpan, it's hard to tell if he's serious or joking.]

I guess it's time to hit the books soon, do some research.

[chromosomes]

Well, makes it easier to get drunk.

[ At least there's that. ]

Not a bad idea. It takes a bit to really learn, and you've got to practice, and there's always something someone else can do that will surprise you -- but it does help.

[transmarine]

[At least he's honest.]

Trust me, I've been surprised too many times to keep being surprised about it.

[chromosomes]

That's the best attitude to have, around here.

If the University still exists, that might be a good place to start.

[transmarine]

Still exists. [He sighs.] I'll look into that. Thanks for the tips.

[chromosomes]

No problem. If you ever want to try what you learn out on someone who doesn't stay down for long, give me a call.

[transmarine]

Do you have a name or do I need to hail a magic cab to get your attention?

[chromosomes]

Theoretically you could, but you never know who'd reply.

John Grimm. You?

[transmarine]

Now that's my kind of surprise.

Arthur Curry. Thanks for the answers.

[chromosomes]

Depends on who shows up.

No problem. Good luck.