Your assumption that I am mortal is correct... However, I was uncertain if you were.

It is unfortunate that we are at the Malnosso's mercy... However, the reality of it has not yet changed...regardless of certain efforts.
Perhaps...to borrow a human phrase... you will bring 'fresh eyes' to the situation.

[Spock regards Barbossa as he enthusiastically acquires his hat.]

Fascinating... is there a purpose for the choice of feather?