So what you've been able to see and observe helped. That's good at least, so you aren't starting from zero. And we have had some extended time to explore our abilities while we're here. Apparently this stay at the Temple is longer than previous ones, probably due to the illness.

[Because from what Barabas has heard, people have definitely needed every edge their ability can give them where they've wound up.]

Bigger, stronger. Warrior forms are half-forms, so part human, part beast. Admittedly, mine is not quite as formidable as a werelion or a werebear or even a werewolf, but... it serves its purpose. Also I can speak in my warrior form, which is helpful. Not all shapeshifters are capable of a warrior form though, so whether I'll be able to learn one again is a question.

[Hey now. Mongooses regularly eat cobras for breakfast. They're adorable and crazy. And Barabas in particular is a mongoose raised by hyenas, who are far crazier.]