[More awkward than touchy. Riku's always been more awkward than cool, despite how he may act at times.]

...Really? [He is genuinely surprised at that. To his mind, this is a melting pot of creatures and abilities, and he'd think that a more open approach and mindset would be present here. Not like the closed mindedness he's found in his own kind.]

Everyone's got some way they can contribute. Strength and combat doesn't mean everything.

[His ears relax, and tail even twitches a little in satisfaction. Sora might have shocked him by being overly friendly, but it's awfully nice to find someone that isn't afraid of him and shares similar opinions.

Except for that last part. Here it is, being put on a pedestal.] I... doubt anyone is. I, uh... haven't really been to a place like this before...