[ Hythlodaeus smiles - this is why he gave context for it, rather than dismissing it. ]

It is important, and I like doing it, too. [ He closes his eyes and leans his head back against the couch. ] Let's see.

[ Voice calm and word succinct, he lays out the questions he wants to worry out. ]

Don't get me wrong, I don't doubt that those who have submitted the concepts have thought these through, I just think it would be... neglecting my duty to fail to find out for myself.