"mm?" Takal breaks his meditation. He turns to address Soma. "I don't think of it as something I have to do. A wizard doesn't need to study; only if he wishes to cast spells. I don't need to meditate, only if i wish to be of service in this mission, this quest. How effective would a calm barbarian be?" He stands up. "I do thoroughly enjoy relaxing." The monk says as he awkwardly tries to sit on a chair in a position similar to Somas. His face cannot hide that he clearly finds it distasteful. After changing positions a few times, he takes his seat on the floor again. "Not that it's not comfortable or anything, but I still prefer the floor, its just a life I'm not used to." Takal hesitates for a moment. "I don't mean to sound intruding or anything, but would you mind telling me a bit about yourself? Call it friendly curiosity."