"It's a valid question!" Because, you know. Biology. They both look like very human skeletons, alright? But Lance is not a bonologist so maybe it was a dumb question.

At least they have the right attitude for all of this. He respects you, skeletons, if only because he knows this is going to be an absolute nightmare for Keith. Lance, on the other hand, is excited to be around some Chatty Cathy's, even if it's not exactly the time or place for getting to know each other.

"I've seen ugly guys with ears, so I guess it could go both ways." Because that is more important than what's around them - which, again, is nothing. The dock is dilapidated and unusable, but there's not even signs of a boat out there. Could be in the water, but...he's not really keen to jump in just yet.