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The Spicys exchange a glance as the words settle in. “Just talkin’ about what a terrible tragedy it is,” Answers Lido, earning a few murmurs of assent from his pals. “Way ahead of his time.”

“S’truth…” Nods the figure, “And yet an unyielding miasma obfuscates the circumstances… pray, friends, hast thou procured any news in your wanderings?”

“Nope.” Lido shrugs, “An-”

“An’ boss didn’t ask ya’ ta’ join us, Silky-Speech!” Snarls Needo!
“Yea!” Adds Muuzi as an unnerving crackle emanates from his eyes, “Say, you a Spinner or somethin’? Howsabout writin’ a song about gettin’ LOST, right, boss?”

The figure falters under the insult onslaught! “I… mean no offense, good sirs-”

“S’alright, ya’ didn’t know…” Lido sighs as he leans back into his seat! “Say, you smell that?” The Gnok asks as he samples the air with exaggerated enthusiasm. “What an interesting smell, eh?”

“... Spicy…” The figure muses, not bothering to move from his spot in front of them! “My sincerest apologies, friends, but any information would be-”

His request is swiftly denied when the twitchy Durher slams his blade into the table with a resounding ‘THOK!’

“He didn’t take da’ hint, boss…” Stammers Needo as he stares the newcomer in the eyes with a maddened chuckle, “M-my turn?”

Unperturbed, Lido leans across the table with a stony expression. “Let me be clear, pal: this table’s full.”

The tension is palpable as the stranger stands his ground. One thing’s for sure: something’s about to give… Biting your lip, you decide to:
>Surprise attack the Spicys!
>Tackle the newcomer!
>Stay Silent! They’ll… Continue to Think You Aren’t There!
>Head back to the others while you still can!
>Grab Inngo! He can sort this!
>DISTRACTION!
>Step between the two groups! Peace!
>Write-In!