[ the joke goes right above his head, right in between those ears, and the good doggo general isn't sure if he should be laughing with him--- instead he maintains a friendly smile while folding his arms across his chest. ]

Gorou. I prefer Gorou. I leave the official title to my leader.

[ because at the end of the day, a role means nothing if he finds himself on the wrong end of a weapon. thankfully that hasn't happened to a certain degree. ]

And who do I have the pleasure of addressing as my... um, old sword?

[ the most innocent sword spirit known to the history of man. probably. ]