He's a little bemused at Alec's reaction. Simon had figured that it was a neutral enough label, and nothing demeaning or embarrassing. He hadn't expected laughter. Perhaps Phoenix's policy of 'sometimes it's best not to ask' applies here.

“I know,” he holds up a hand in a placatory gesture. “The kayori all know. But people will be people, be they kelde humans, wraith, quralir, or sirenian. These archetypes find their way into the collective. The gods show respect to a being, and the people of the world elevate them. The only way to prevent that is to show no respect, and that would be unhealthy for zhe pantheon, I think.”

It's open to interpretation, but at least with the UnGod's adopted neonate being so fond of the place - and more in charge than he's gotten around to telling - Keldra stands a pretty good chance.

“There's a hat?” That does make Simon chuckle. “Phoenix has never mentioned it.”