That's just the way Peridot is. She goes on talking and assumes that the people she talks to understand her. After all, Peridot understands, and that's the important part. Isn't it? If other people don't, that's their own fault, their own problem, she doesn't have time to explain everything (although she tends to, because it makes her feel smarter). Ellana's understanding isn't that far from the truth, but it's still a little strange to hear that kind of interpretation. Peridot shrugs. She wishes she had something to stand on, because talking up at someone always feels a little weird, especially without her limb enhancers.

"Sort of. This is my default appearance and I can modify it slightly if I choose, but for the most part, I'm going to look very similar to... this."

She gestures at herself.

"All gems are capable of shapeshifting, but attempting to hold a shape outside of your default for too long is stressful and usually just a waste of energy. So is shapeshifting in general, actually..."