Ah. There's a bit of touchiness there. Interesting. He glances down at Newt, brow furrowed as he considers the retort. Most people are born without magic, unless they're sorcerers or dragons or something else with an innate magic of their own. Humans and elves, for example, have to study extensively to learn how to twist the fabric of reality. The idea of being born or not born with it is... strange.

"I believe that is where we differ; anyone can learn magic, should they apply themselves to careful and long study of the subject. It may take a good deal of time, but... wizardry isn't limited to bloodlines. At least... not where I'm from."

He flashes a grin that's mostly teeth.

"What is your name?"