Damn, if it isn't endearing to at least imagine Phalanx attempting humor. Robin shakes his head, but it's with the same good nature.

"No, I'm a robin. Robin Redbreast. Bringer of spring, omen of death, the one who buried the lost children with leaves to send their souls to the Kingdom of Stars."

After rolling this off of his tongue, he reaches down into the water again. "At least, that's what the old stories say. May I see your other foot, please?"