"Of course he is..." His tone isn't as emphatic as it had been earlier, there's a tinge of doubt. He's not sure great guy is how he would describe the Emperor. But, that's...it's fine. Belos wasn't chosen for being a great guy, he was chosen because he had a strong hand and the strength enough to do what needed to be done. Obviously.

He ignores the sass and nods. "The Isles are formed from the body of the fallen Titan and are situated in the Boiling Sea - which does boil - hence, the name."

Any shoe that would leave the foot so exposed is entirely unappealing, but whatever. Maybe that's something medics don't have to worry about.