[ In truth, nobody ever called Kivat his familiar at home, but his function is pretty much the same as one. However, the irony of labeling Kivat in a world where he can't transform into Kiva is not missed. ]

His name is Kivat. He's a speaking bat-like creature whom I've known since I was very little. I can almost say he's been a parental figure to me, though we're mostly friends.

[ In order to describe Kivat's whole function he'd have to share his other identity, which is something he's still rather relucant to do. But he won't stop himself if Everett wants to know further. ]