six impossible things before breakfast

Thankfully, Loren had encountered people from other worlds, with vastly different levels of development. So while many of the words Petra used were unfamiliar to him, he was able to follow along easily enough. "I see." His expression grew thoughtful. "As you say, magic complicates things. We have items that can communicate across vast distances and move on their own, though they're usually unique." Tapping his fingers against his thigh, he bit his lip. "In general I'd say we're far from being that advanced. We have blacksmiths and herbalists and people learn through apprenticeships. Things of that sort. I don't know if that answers your question." He gave her an apologetic smile. LOREN Brought back by satisfaction more times than the cat