[The intimidating mirror images laughing too is unnerving, but Hijikata won't let it get to him. He gives Darin's shoulder a solid squeeze.]

You'd do the same for any of us, wouldn't you? If that Diomuhr bastard thinks he can do whatever he wants he's in for a surprise. Say, are there any materials you might be able to import from your home that could tell us more about his kind?

[He can reassure Darin of the power of friendship all day (well, when they don't have a king to save), but he wants to contribute an actionable idea too.]