[ They've been given the illusion of freedom, at least. Thancred cannot help but wonder what would happen if they were tug on their leashes too hard, or even attempt to slip them entirely. He's met the likes of Ronan and Yennefer, who have embraced what Thorne has offered to them, working within the system rather than rebelling against it. Thancred is reluctant to do the same save for, mayhap, as a front. He has never been willing to attach himself to any nation or organization beyond the Scions, and that will remain the same here, as it did on the First.

(Well, he'd attached himself to Ryne there. But that was different.)

He nods at the question, confirming that he is also new to all this, though he can't help but smile incredulously at what the other man says next. ]

It was improper of them to bring us here without warning or permission, wouldn't you say? I don't imagine you owe them the courtesy of your allegiance.

[ He shrugs, turning to examine the shrine as well. He approaches one of the statues once more, looking it over closely though he refrains from touching it at all. ] It also depends on your area of specialty, if you have one. Is it magick and study, technology and warfare, or...

[ He pauses. What is Solvunn known for? ]

Community and goats?

[ Nailed it. ]