There is nothing wrong with new experiences. But I think if I must be off the ground, I tend to prefer to use my own arms and legs...!

[he hasn't really climbed much since his teens, but he knows his own body well enough to trust in the strength of his limbs to keep him up, keep him climbing, and safe from any falls]

I have tried before, in a manner of speaking. One of the cultures below has - had - draughts of sorts that could make one fly.

[he tried. Mostly he just propelled himself around with the help of friends and the occasional tree branch.]

Forgive me, I'm being rude. [he might have at least introduced himself] My name is Linneus.