"This is going to be a learning experience," she says, looking at the flamethrower.

Mia Ausa, dangerous as she is, has never handled a modern weapon. But she does have fire on her side. Knowledge of the teacher will make up for lack of experience in the student.

"I should mark myself, yes? A uniform?" she asks as she ties her hair back with her ribbon. "I don't think my robes are suitable or intimidating."