"I know it sounds like it's strange, but it's really not so bad," said Gale, shrugging. He stuck his hands back into his pockets and smiled a little. "And caution is a good thing, don't worry - around here, you'll probably need it."

He gave a little wave to Ryan, lifting his hand in a brief greeting.

"You'll find it easily enough," he said lightly, and then turned on his heel and went back towards the training grounds.