"-- I was not aware I was programmed with self-consciousness, by the traditional definition of excessive awareness of one's appearance and behavior, perhaps to unfortunate levels. Though I am, of course, a conscious life form by the more philosophical definition. Hm."

For lack of a more accurate term, he sounds vaguely pleased by this development. He may or may not actually subscribe to it, but the idea is very intriguing. In some ways, it may even be accurate.

"I am not certain if my capacity for focus translates accurately into focused aggression. How does one overcome 'self-consciousness'?"