[ At least given the current circumstances, Jiaoqiu's bark is worse than his bite. He can't help a ripe opportunity to tease, but he wouldn't derive any pleasure from urging someone to play a game they had no interest in. He might've settled in without too much fuss, but as with any life-altering change, that's not going to be true for everyone. Especially somewhere that's so keen to push people to the limits of their comfort, or even beyond.

So though he still wears a politely impish smile, Jiaoqiu quickly nods his assent, leaning forward to prop his chin up in his palm. ]

As you wish. As you've decided to honor me with your presence, I'd be happy to roll first.

[ As he reaches forward to pick up his dice, he dips his head forward in a cordial bow. ]

Before we start, however, I believe introductions are in order. My name is Jiaoqiu.

[ It's a little unusual to not include anything about his position in his introduction, but it doesn't make any difference here, does it? Little does he know... ]