John laughs a little at that, silently. He's pretty sure this is at least a half step above sawdust, though he doesn't bother saying so.

don't want one!
jade and dave are both players this round.

That's really all that needs to be said, in John's opinion. Britannia may need clarification, but really that's the heart of it. His best friends are players, so he's not vowing with anyone since he can't vow with both.