"Actually, we found out about the surface before the world started to... well, this. My best friend fell between the clouds and I had to follow her, that opened a new whole world of opportunities for all of us." There's a pause then, and he sighs.

"I can introduce you to a Loftwing, my partner is back home, but his side was somehow reduced and... I'm afraid he'll not be able to carry me freely. Trust me, I'd love to go flying with you."