The gryphon acknowledged the girl with a nod; though inwardly he thought it perhaps foolish that a live cook would be taken on a campaign rather than rations. Idle thoughts were swept away as he addressed Morr.<br/><br/>"Have you considered where upon a ship a creature of my size might stay? In addition, have you considered my role in battle? My wings afford me an advantage, but I can carry no man; anything I do from the air would be en exercise in vulnerability. I come forth with these concerns as I do not wish to be a liability to you or your men, but I am confess I am curious- I myself am not of a tactical bent, and am rather perplexed as to how I might serve in battle."<br/><br/>This voiced, he spoke to Vanessa: "I eat chiefly raw meat, but your consideration is appreciated."