Dorian too, has been examining the fluctuating numbers with displeasure; while he's not pleased to hear what they actually do, it's also a relief to have answers and not aimless wondering. "I should say not," he agrees of virtually all this, "best to avoid kicking where possible. Which is to say outside of being ten years old."

He. Thinks literal kicking is meant here, excuse him. At least he has the "suit power drained by abilities" bit down! To wit: "That does put a damper on 'fire first, questions later.' Shame, really. That always was my favorite way to explore new environments."

A beat. "Your warning won't go unheeded, altruistic stranger!" He does a sweepy little bow thing, because none of this situation nullifies the need for drama at all times. "Dorian Pavus."