I seen loads of people who fit that description around on the network, [William decides. He nods.] Absolutely. It's brilliant, having a double-edged sword like you around. I can do a bit of both myself, but my training aren't as advanced, nor my abilities, I think, match yours for power. [William is effusive. Not in a greasy, overinflated, false sort of way-- genuinely appreciative, impressed.

And pragmatically knowledgable that horrible shit is around the bend at any given moment.] We've had a fairly low rate of injury these past few Jump cycles, but that's wont to change soon. The corridors seem to've opened up, and that usually invites all sorts of mishaps. Despite being necessary, I think. To figure out what the fuck is going on with this ship. [William leans over and picks a tablet up off the table.]

Are you familiar with the long and violent history of the ship? Manticores and noxious rats and that kind of shit?