pardon me, sir... but would assistants be permitted use of the restricted volumes and references in the library...? *sly-suru* if that is the case, then i would be delighted to help. *spreads arms dramatically* and as you can see...i am indeed unarmed at least in the realm of physical weapons, that is... please do let me know and i'll come back to apply tomorrow. *bows* thank you for your time.