"I am," he says. "Though the people running this place were kind enough to provide some insight through that little... watch thing. Whether or not that's the entire story remains to be seen."

Rich, powerful people hosting a game that pits people of different universes against each other isn't unbelievable to Durge, because he comes from a world of magic and gods and alternate planes of reality, but it wouldn't surprise him if there was more to it.

He abruptly stops, turning to Edward and extending a hand.

"I notice the lock and key weren't confiscated. I'd like to have them."