Walter nodded, petting Darkness's chest. "He can use simple phrases and words." Having had him from the start as a Murkrow, Walter was very comfortable with Darkness's ability to talk. It helped him understand that Pokemon could understand human speech very well, as Darkness would often chip in to his conversations or outright reply to him. As best he could with his limited vocabulary. "He caws like a normal Honchkrow as well. But he appreciates compliments."

Meanwhile, Assumption was gently trying to approach Torch Dragon. He stood on the other side of Krieg's leg, talking softly to him. "Don't worry about Darkness or my trainer. Darkness is a friend, and my trainer is very very quiet because he's shy. Can we be friends too?"