"Right," Steve says, quietly, because that is the kind of thing Nia's promoting, these days.

His jaw tightens for a moment, but - he's made his own decision. He can't fault someone else for making theirs. Although, "Seems like something worth learning, maybe. In case your magic ever isn't available," he points out.

"But now's not the time. All right. I'll get as many transmitters if I can, if you can keep the snakes occupied."