[Leo isn't necessarily upset at Oz's silent confirmation. He looks his friend in the eyes silently, assuring himself that Oz does indeed know the answer to 'what' they are. The bodies of reincarnated friends and enemies, now housing young and tainted souls. There was a time when this information had driven Leo to the edges of despair. But right now, he only laughs.]

So you know why this is strange, hm? You should be waiting to reincarnate with your friends... and I should be home, looking about the Core of the Abyss! And!

[And something twists at Leo's smile. He's still mourning, even after learning this much:]

Elliot is here, you know.