Holy burns suck, but they're nothing I can't recover from.

[He scratches lightly at his chest, as though reminded of a discomfort there.]

But I think you're right. I could tap into my weapon's full power, but it'd risk hurting the Cerberus too. Unless you think your portals can get the poor guy out of there, comfort is all we can offer.

[If he can, he'll reach through and offer a pat on...whichever head will move to accept it.]