[ Oh, it is something James is more than familiar with. Not just because he was left to fend for himself from a very young age, but also because he was a quick learner, and it didn't take him long to understand what kind of world he lived in, what it would take to survive. He could never trust anyone, lest he'd end up used, killed, or worse.

So to him, relying on anyone here was out of the question. Doesn't mean he couldn't make use of them, when necessary. ]

I'll admit, I'd vastly prefer being in a position where I can have some freedom of action, and more access to information. [ Military background makes it an even easier choice. Might mean less comfortable accommodations, but he doesn't particularly mind that. ] I'm familiar with ruling systems keeping information from their citizens. They're not gonna throw anything at me I haven't seen before.