[Steph won't push the subject, the nod is enough, and she can imagine that none of this is easy for Ellie to talk about. War is never easy, no matter which side someone's on.]

I'll give you an address or too, though some of it comes from the Initiative, they're willing to give you weapons aside from yours.

[Which ties in nicely to Ellie's question.] I think sentient might be a bit too strong of a word. They can certainly improve grow, even, but I don't think they have like - thoughts.

[So the rifle is her weapon. Steph hopes Ellie doesn't ask what her own is, she's not sure how to answer.]