"Have you been able to summon it? I've heard some people speak of their abilities being altered upon their arrival."

Altered, diminished, or changed altogether. Sure, there's another way to test that theory, but Gojyo's weapon is infinitely a safer route. For everyone.

Briefly, he wonders if there's such a thing as nicotine withdrawl for secondhand smoke. If so, the next few days are going to be hellish, to say the least. He hums, drawing the robe a little closer for something to do with his hands.

"So they really aren't here. Troubling. I imagine they'll be offended if we take a few moments to regain our wits, rather than tearing off searching..."