[ Xenk makes a minute shrug. Discussions on the existence of truth or justice might fall more on the hands of the Blue Court, as he leans into Gold Court so he doesn't have to worry about such questions. ]
It is a useful skill to have, though its use depends on each person.
[ Like, he doesn't look down on anyone who uses it, it's just not his style. ]
Indeed. The body can change, but the mind remains the same. Even in a different form, we remain as we are. And blood is a deeper truth than even the mind.
[ Her question does give him pause. He appreciates her keen interest in these topics, especially since mind reading falls under his purview, and it's definitely earning her points in his book. ]
It depends on the vampire's defenses. In my classes, I teach novices how to guard their thoughts -- this can include thoughts of their masks, though it is not strictly the purpose. However if one is skilled enough, as many Blue Court vampires are, then masking can become as second nature. In such a case, it would be difficult to determine, and far easier to read their surface thoughts.
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It is a useful skill to have, though its use depends on each person.
[ Like, he doesn't look down on anyone who uses it, it's just not his style. ]
Indeed. The body can change, but the mind remains the same. Even in a different form, we remain as we are. And blood is a deeper truth than even the mind.
[ Her question does give him pause. He appreciates her keen interest in these topics, especially since mind reading falls under his purview, and it's definitely earning her points in his book. ]
It depends on the vampire's defenses. In my classes, I teach novices how to guard their thoughts -- this can include thoughts of their masks, though it is not strictly the purpose. However if one is skilled enough, as many Blue Court vampires are, then masking can become as second nature. In such a case, it would be difficult to determine, and far easier to read their surface thoughts.