A giant badger. [Mat confirms this with a matter of fact tone and a nod.] I ride him like a horse.

[It's much more interesting than just riding a horse. Why limit oneself? That's mostly the whole theme of Mat's Horizon.]

But yeah, we can meet in the Horizon. Truth be told, I've wanted to learn an instrument for a while now. Just haven't had a chance.

[Or anyone to teach him. Now, though...he can't say he hasn't thought about being a Gleeman. The life had long appealed to him in youth, just traveling about, sharing stories and bringing a bit of fun to the lives of people. Everyone being excited to see him.

But it wasn't anything he could seriously consider.]

And thank you. For taking me on like this. I can teach you songs from my home, in exchange.