[ Thancred somehow manages to refrain from making a face as he watches the copper color wash out of Nero's hair and off of his body. More interesting than some grime, however, is the way that he heals at an alarming rate, right before his eyes. Yet this seems to be something Nero's body is doing on its own rather than with the assistance of any healing magic. It's quite the trick.

Thancred raises an eyebrow at being called "some kind of hero," his immediate instinct to protest such a title. ] Himeka certainly earns that moniker, but I would hesitate to apply it to myself. Feels a bit presumptuous. [ And he's far from perfect.

On the other hand, they did save the universe. But that's neither here nor there at the moment. Thancred cups some water in one hand and then draws it back through his hair to wet it, having heard that it should create a nice luster. ]

We carried Urianger to safety first, yes, and then focused on anyone else who was suffering to stay afloat. I assume Himeka's told you about her hometown?