[ An awkward glance at- anywhere that is not Regis. He did not forget the unwitting demonstration he gave. However-- ]

Had, more likely. They depend on constant practice- among other things. I've not used them in years, whether I could still-- [ He often wonders how much is left, these days. He does better without the thought on his mind. ] But, ah, you're right about their purpose. Templars are trained to combat magic. Their skills allow them to resist its effects, and to dispel them.