[Newt does quiet, but he doesn't stop working as the other surveys the scene. It's not like he has a ton of time to get things together, but he's sure he'll be able to get something out there.]

Well, that's exactly why I'm trying to work on this. If I could limit the effect of the fire, that'd be a hell of a nice back-up to have, right? I just need to deconstruct the pulsefire to determine what outside forces would have the best impact on it; lessen the intensity of the flame, keep people from immediately croaking.

[He handles the pulsefire blade with utmost caution, but is swift and urgent elsewhere.]

Wait — did you say you sealed the room to talk out loud? How'd you do that?