So she couldn't change into anything she liked then. Good to know.

A sphinx?

"I'd love to see you in your true shape someday, then," Loki inclined his head to her. "I've seen pictures and statues, of course, but they can't capture the true elegance of a living being."

"My name is Loki, if that means anything to you. I have others, if you prefer, but Loki is the real one."