@olcharlieboi Copy magic could be an innate mage ability. The examples of the 'deminsonal' magic you suggest could be something he is learning, as all those examples are available in archane/archaics.
"A proper invitation would have been more suited for my services. Oh well." I said flatly, a rapier forming in my right hand, as my left pulled down the faceguard of my helmet. "When duty calls, as they say from my country."
I silently stared at the monster that stood before me. My tail uncoiling from my foot and back behind me. "Owlman, eh?" I said as I studied the beast's monstrous form with its polite gesture. Id bow my head in response. "So I assume we were all chosen to fight for the sake of this manor?"
"Threats?" That seemed to really catch my interest. "Hmm, Honesty in general in the best course of action, considering the confusing situations we are all in transparency is key." I nodded to the man as if I was agreeing to him before I spoke. "I've noticed there are a whole lot of strangers here."