[ Perhaps they can address the identity issue somewhere down the line so misinformation won't be spread. ]

It's wonderful you have a special bond with these creatures. Working alongside any but a couple types of animals in my world is unthinkable. [ Oh, is that the fainest hint of a smile?! She can almost see his muscles twitch! Or it could be video interference. ] What are your favorite Pokemon? Can you describe them for me?

[ The same way people live without magic: very carefully and with lots of drudgery and hard work. ]