"None at all," he answers easily. "I'm afraid I'm not much of a strategist. You'd want my brother for that."

Pyotr is essentially useless, and stays well away from the battle with Efrain. But a few days later, once everyone's had a chance to settle in and nobody's tried to kill him for his sins, he sends Capochin a little note.

Are you still interested in painting? Come see me any time if you'd like some tips.

His address and (very loose) schedule is included.