It is very convenient. This world has many convenient things that are sometimes familiar and sometimes strange. But nothing out of place for what this venerable one supposes for a world where mortals and immortals mix so easily. The shortness of mortal lives have proven to encourage a creative effort for learning and inventing that this venerable one was not aware they could be capable of.

[but considering how little he actually knew of mortals, was that really surprising to hear?]