He's a cat, and he'll treat you like a cat, too. He doesn't know any better, only that you smell a little funny, you're naked, and you're bigger.

If he's happy, he'll "knead" you, like bread. [The thing that is currently happening now that Pennyworth is in Dextera's lap.] It's what he's doing now. His claws might hurt, but he doesn't mean to hurt you.

He doesn't like for you to hold his paws or tail. He'll let you pick him up for a short time, but will get fussy and want to get down or get on your shoulders instead. He won't like being held upside down. Cats have sensitive balance, and they use it to land on their feet if they fall, so being held that way is unnerving.

If his tail is up, he's happy. If his ears are back and his tail is down low or bristled, he's upset. He'll also hiss. If his tail is thumping or trashing on the ground, he's getting ready to be an ass, so be prepared to have your feet or hands attacked.

[Damian turns to slowly head off over the yard, back toward the street.]

You'll learn things the more time you spend with him.