"An alternative Earth?  I see."<br/>--He's just quoting history from the manga, I tell you!--<br/>"That would definitely explain why I've never heard of it before."  He smiled.  "I'm always curious to learn about new forms of magic-- this despite my companions."<br/>--DESPITE?--<br/>"Would you be willing to give a demonstration, let me know what these creatures of yours are capable of?  I don't think we're going to be doing anything until the others arrive, so..."  Jude's smile persisted, probably a bit of the backlash from what he'd just gone through.  It felt so very good to be doing what he was best at again-- exploring new magical techniques, wearing clothes, that sort of thing.