Loki looks skeptical—civilized, perhaps, definitely a problem, but no one has called him straightforward in his life—but the sudden intent stare is startling. Oh yes, what had Thor said? Banner had been missing.

Well then, consider this news a gift. A peace offering, if such a thing is needed. "He's fine," he says, then considers exactly what Bruce is. "Intact, certainly. After your battle, the beast—Hulk reached a planet known as Sakaar and remained there until just before I arrived here. He was a gladiator, the beloved champion of the Grandmaster in fact, and his final bout as champion was against Thor. Sometime after that, Banner regained himself."

There's so much more that he's almost tempted to take a second drink, but instead he just leaves it there, prepared for the questions he'll likely receive in turn.