( he does note the jacket, and the weapon at his side. it is a curious thing, and given the man's occupation it seems like as not to be an accouterment of the job.

somewhat wryly, )

I've forgotten more than once that oxygen is a necessity to life.

( please enjoy the mental image of him just taking an enormous gasp of air because breathing is not a matter of muscle memory for him now. )

I felt adrenaline a few days ago for the first time in millennia. I'd forgotten the havoc it wreaks on the body.