He had meant that question sarcastically, Mal, but the truth was he wasn't surprised when Mal just confirmed his latent suspicions. This whole world was like one giant fantasy novel made real, a Renaissance festival with a dash of actual magic. So why not have ogres and undead and the rest?

"I understood about three of those words," he informed Mal, shaking his head. "I guess I better get to the library and find a bestiary quick." He tilted his had at the man. "Or learn to use a crossbow."