The place I lived before was not like this. Non-humans were quite rare, and looked upon with curiosity at best.

[He pauses, not entirely sure how much he wishes to share about this topic, particularly with a stranger. Even now, disclosing casual information about his life feels uncomfortable, though there is no real danger in doing so.]

I have found it significantly easier to navigate Kenos, despite its quirks and its dangers. Among those who do not recognize me as a shard-bearer, I generally pass as completely unremarkable.

[Well. He's also handsome and well-dressed. But those are not bizarre or unwelcome qualities to be afflicted with.]