[Seems only polite to him, to respond to this sort of thing. And though he can use the voice and text functions well enough, video remains his favorite.]

With the newest group of volunteers? Welcome, then.

[He gives a brief, bright smile to go with the greeting.]

Well met, Cassandra; I'm Vanyel, and I come from Tamriel. I've met one or two others who came here from Thedas, so far.