[Upon hearing her name, Kairi peeks at the bows over her shoulder and offers a friendly little smile. Sora doesn't take notice though and there's an enthused nod in return.]

Uh-huh. She's my best friend! She's also one of the smartest people in our grade. You guys would probably get along, too. [He's going to leave out that Kairi's probably going to attack on her own. His back leg moves, scratching behind his ear like a dog before settling in his crouch again.]

They're supposed to do a couple of things, but I've mastered one! Check this out. [There's a brief pause before his fur stands on end, rippling a bit before changing to a bright orange with acidic blue stripes.]