If you do, there's also the option to work as a field medic. Often foreigners undertake dangerous missions for the Emperor, with the end goal of damaging the enemy's hold. Having someone capable with even basic medical techniques with them can be useful. [A little shrug.] It's your choice, however. [She is probably pushing this a bit overenthusiastically, but the help is always good to have.]

[But she doesn't want to forget he said anything.] No need to worry about it. I'm simply curious.

[And to his statement about people staying dead, she nods along.] The anchor is spiritual, not physical, but either way the lanterns are more sturdy than they look. That's not to say touching them much is a good idea, as they do contain our souls, but a little bit of caution and care is all that's required. And if you should die while here, they keep you from a permanent death. [She's come to terms with all this already, and is a bit more blunt about it than optimal with someone still adjusting.]