"It's doing what it's supposed to, at least." Though Xander's not really sure he likes the fact that Ifrit's fires were burning through the magic itself. He's not certain it surprises him, though.

"That might work, but I have another idea that might. My type of mages can use and layer shields. I'm not sure it'd hold up on inanimate objects, but...if you were willing, Ifrit, we could see if I could shield you, and then Sven and Nita could help reinforce it? That'd be easy to take down before missions, and it should not harm you at all, but I believe with everyone, we might be able to make it for on the train, if your powers erupt, it'd simply power the shields around you and hopefully, accidents like this wouldn't happen again..."

Xander definitely didn't want to leave shields up either on a mission, or in an emergency, but that was something he could disassemble from afar if need be. At least--his portion, anyway...