Talen smiles without humor.  "I take no offense.  The reputation of my race is well deserved in most part.  However, you do no know the culture, and I do.  This Drow male is under the thumb of a Priestess of Lolth.  Defections of males is a very common problem when outside the cities, if they can find allies.  Large groups of males join groups of mercenaries outside our  cities, rather than stay under the malicious control of the Spider Queen."<br/><br/>She shrugs.  "I am not suggesting this fellow is trust worthy.  But he may be of use."<br/><br/>She gestures to the Arena outside the cage.  Though fairly clear, a few scattered bones and blood stains indicate it's usually fatal usage.<br/><br/>She sighs.  "I only hope it's true, rather than believe.  It's a sight better than the alternative."<br/><br/>She smiles at Luna.