[ Because they're awesome references and clearly worth knowing the people who know them. ]

Does evocation normally work on inanimate objects? I don't remember the nightlight effect.

[ He looks from the statue to Simmons and decides, enh, he seems trustworthy enough. The armor's not enough to hide that the dude knew who Glorfindel was, and let's face it, supervillains are the bullied kids who don't own their nerdery and uniqueness. ]

I guess we should find out if it blows up when someone else goes near it.

[ He reaches forward to touch the shining face. ]