That seems like a precariously built society, but it's understandable if all animals have your level of intelligence. [He's a little fascinated, honestly, especially if it functions in accordance with the actual laws of nature and not the magic of this place.]

Here, and in most worlds attached to this one, most animals aren't sentient. The whole addition of monsters is more unique but in mine the only sentient beings are humans. Ah... well, what the witches look like and the mirrorbound who aren't yet changed the way I am.

[This is quite the explanation to be giving, but he supposes the longer he's here the more individuals will arrive that are from worlds completely different than his own. At least he can approach most topics from a calm, rational perspective. Though that's not always a given anymore.]

As the dominant species, they're also the only ones who talk - unless you consider the mimicry of birds. You'll find you're unique here.