For now, yes. [He tracks Sephiroth's progress through the space, trying to make note of what interests him. It's so weird, seeing the man he knew so well as so much a blank slate.]

I can see two main advantages: first, power is actually gained. That's the simple one. [And power is a good thing, especially if it turns out they are pawns in a higher game. Zack had been a pawn once; he'll not allow himself to be used that way again.]

Second, playing the part may lead to — let's call them opportunities to obtain some of the answers that have eluded us thus far.