NiGHTS smiled. "Well, I can see that, but you're kind, too. I'm sure you won't have any trouble making friends once you get out there." Shyness hadn't stopped Claris, and even though it had to have been years in the waking world since they'd met, NiGHTS knew she'd done alright. "Trust me."

The Nightmaren glanced over to the people who'd called in the game. "Hm. Wonder if everyone's ready to get started yet..."