The sight of the weapons makes Adia tense instinctively. Goat Boy's explanation only helps a little. Intellectually, she knows that Harley can handle herself, but it's still unnerving seeing such violence on the rink. "Every match is like this?" she asks. "What sorts of abilities do the other skaters have?"

Caspar, meanwhile, looks practically gleeful. "Now this is my kind of sport," he says approvingly. "I'd be a way bigger fan of Pyramid back home if they added weapons."

Adia sighs to herself. Yes, she knew Caspar would enjoy roller derby, but does he have to enjoy this much?