Dear Diary,

I tried to make some friends today. I think it went okay?

They were all at the Two Silver Tavern and were in need of extra hands for a job. I thought it would be a good opportunity to get to know some of them and learn how the people of Bastion act. We were tasked with guarding a cargo shipment, which turned out to be some sort of magical crystals. A group of vagabonds froze the whole place (!!!) and tried to steal the cargo, but we were ready for them. More or less. A large creature - one afflicted like me - was drawn to the train and struck down. I can't help but wonder: is that my fate? I hope not. I like the way I am. Most of the time.

Anyway.

My possible new friends.

I think I made Reggie uncomfortable. He seemed caught off guard when I turned into a rat. Maybe he is afraid of rodents? Ruv was attentive to my changes and wanted to talk more about them. I do not think we share the same powers, but I will have to discuss with him nonetheless. I couldn't get much of a read on Rohan, but he gave me no reason not to trust him. Perhaps I can try to have a conversation with him when I am not in rat form and perched on his shoulder. Miwa... made me nervous. She is dangerous. I will have to observe her further. Maybe she just needs friends, too.

It has been a long day, and I must rest. At least down here in the sewers I am as cozy as a rat in a cargohold. I could use a couch, though.

Sal