You know, the way you say that makes me feel like I should be looking for some wood to knock on.

[ Hasn't the guy ever heard of jinxing them? That's just asking for things to be distinctly loud and not the least bit peaceful.

But Cain laughs and, a bit stiffly, extends a hand. If they're jinxed, they're jinxed, there's nothing to do about it now except deal with whatever comes of it. ]

I'm Cain, of the kingdom of Idelva. [ Lowering his voice, he adds, under his breath: ] Welcome to El Nysa.