Crossmage

“Tiny," Sanya rumbled to Michael, clenching a demonstrative fist. "But fierce.”
― Jim Butcher, Small Favor

“He nodded slowly. “Laugh whenever you can. Keeps you from killing yourself when things are bad. That and vodka.” “That some kind of Russian saying?” I asked. “Have you seen traditional folk dances?” Sanya asked. “Imagine them being done by someone with a bottle of vodka in them. Laughter abounds, and you survive another day.” He shrugged. “Or break your neck. Either way, it is pain management.”
― Jim Butcher, Changes