I don't mind at all because all the CR with you is great CR. o /

Roderic having friends around his age would be great so yes please with them being buddies. I can totally see them meeting up and doing little experiments and building-things-a-thon to pass the time. He's a little shy but Tony being around will definitely help him come out of his shell and make him more likely to be lively/cheerful/confident around others. At least whenever Tony is around to give him strength!!