Audience: Harrowhark Nonagesimus

[probe]

Comments

[bonetiddies]

[She nods. This answer is perfectly acceptable, perfectly sensible, but she still feels conflicted and afraid in a way she never had before, when she has contemplated a dangerous course of action. It's only that this time she has things she cares to lose.]

. . . One other question, on the precise nature of the Oliver Twist gift.

If I borrow someone else's boon, do I need to know what theirs is? And will they still be able to use it, or no?

[probe]

You need not know what it is, no, though in that case you also will be unaware of what you may receive. I believe it should not render them unable to use it themselves, either.

[bonetiddies]

If they have already used theirs, will I still be able to borrow it?

[probe]

You will not. But you should also be able to borrow it before you have need of it-- their gift will simply replace yours, albeit in a reduced state, and you may use it at a later time.

[bonetiddies]

[She seems pleased by that, at least.]

That is good to know. If I try to borrow a boon that has been used, how will I know? It simply won't work?

[probe]

That should be the case. I do not believe it will be wasted if you choose incorrectly, however.

[bonetiddies]

Theoretically, I should be able to use it to see who has used theirs, then.

[probe]

Only theoretically. Attempt to use it in this fashion, and the very first person you use it upon who does have a gift will quickly stop you in your tracks. Personally, I would not recommend it.

[bonetiddies]

Of course it's more optimal as a weapon. It's just helpful to consider the possibilities.

. . . I'll let you know when I've decided on a course of action.