( Oh, she's good, isn't she? Letting out a satisfied hmm, Mercy lowers her goggles back down and begins to move forward, followed by her canine companion. )

Some local animals. There's interest in how they are able to resist the cold so well.Their biological refuse may also have--interesting qualities, in certain applications.

( Even now, after she's come to understand more about magic, it's hard for her to talk about potions and elixirs without a tinge of derision edging into her voice. )

But why were you out here, Miss? Isn't it even more dangerous than usual if you don't know how to get around by yourself?