"Oh, that. Just a story that resonated with me when I was in short pants," says the... person who is still short enough to be wearing them, of the thrilling adventures of Cicaider Nano, transforming warrior of mercy, science, and justice.

With the dragonfly wings. And the elf ears. And the staff. And the wizard hat. Who is calmly shelving books, including one labeled Elementary Evocation.

"I ordered it between stops, along with a magic textbook and some references from and about the world I inhabited before being brought aboard. Given that I still look like a winged potato... and still possess the powers that form granted me... I suspect I'll need answers soon."

He turns and regards the stranger. "And you... are new here."