002 [Video] Backdated to March 17th

[elegant_and_proud]

[Ikaruga appears on the network with a serene look on her face. She's currently polishing her sword tidily in her lap, keeping it shiny and well-maintained.]

Good evening, fellow residents of Hadriel. There is a certain peace of mind that comes from being capable of defending oneself. Exercise is an excellent way to stay healthy as well.

[She continues polishing the sword at an unhurried, deliberate pace before looking up again.]

That being said, I have decided to offer lessons in the art of the sword. I am also willing to be a sparring partner to those who already have training. If anyone is interested, kindly reply here or send me a private message.


[Filtered to Team Tranquility]

I propose a friendly competition. Whomever makes the most people from other teams feel tranquil will receive a home cooked meal from me.

Comments

[Video]

[fadeling]

Maybe it will help. People should be safe. [Or as safe as it gets around here anyway]

[Video]

[elegant_and_proud]

It may. Regular training develops the reflexes. Sometimes, the most crucial thing in a dangerous situation is simply being able to react quickly and correctly.

Re: [Video]

[fadeling]

Yes. People need that. Thank you for helping.

[Video]

[elegant_and_proud]

[It's more that she's bored than anything else, but hey. If it helps while keeping her entertained, everyone wins.]

Are you seeking lessons, then?

Private Text

[manofmettle]

That's a generous offer, Ikaruga. [Danse has zero chance at winning the prize, but hopefully someone else in their team will be motivated to work hard for it.]

I didn't get a chance to properly thank you for your help the other day as well. You move very quickly.

Private Text

[elegant_and_proud]

I don't mind cooking for others. Having company over for dinner relaxes me.

Taking care of the problem efficiently benefited us all. That music was ghastly.

[manofmettle]

I apologize. I was the one who told the skeleton about the library.

Perma private text

[elegant_and_proud]

You have nothing to apologize for, Danse. There was no way for you to know that he would cause so much trouble, and we had an open invitation.

[voice]

[beanstalk]

[ He's too lazy for video honestly. Even though that isn't really totally helpful in this situation... ]

I suppose I'll take you up on that offer for a spar. This place tends to get pretty dull.

[voice]

[elegant_and_proud]

[Well, she only knows of one other pink haired person in all of Hadriel, so that makes her easy enough to find, at least.]

Wonderful. When would you like to meet?

[voice]

[beanstalk]

[ This is true. Beyond, you know, just looking back at the video to double check instead of making a fool of himself :D ]

Anytime, really. Not like I have any plans or anything.

[voice]

[elegant_and_proud]

How about in one hour, in the open area near the lake?

[Somewhere where they won't have to watch out for other people.]

private;

[hotspurred]

Then I shall ensure that I win.

[Bear witness to the determination of a man who went from having kitchen staff who made the finest fare to fending for himself with whatever Hadriel's shelves stocked. Over a year of deprivation and bad food... there's no greater motivation.]

private;

[elegant_and_proud]

Oh my. I pity anyone who gets in your way.

[Part of the reason she'd learned to cook years ago was so that she'd never have to do without good food. Or at least be able to make what was available as tasty as it possibly could be. It was a practical thing to learn. The other reason was stubbornness and spite. Her father had always discouraged her from doing things that 'the help' did. She'd purposely learned how to do things as a form of quiet defiance.]

private;

[hotspurred]

[He dips his head in a courteous gesture.]

'Tis good of you to make this offer. Should we lose, it will certainly not be through a lack of effort.

private;

[elegant_and_proud]

I cannot say for certain since discussions might be privately filtered, but I believe our team is the most organized and cohesive. That should help.

[Bring it on, other teams.]

[Video]

[foundafamily]

I don't know too many people who've used swords. Not very easy to carry around, is it?

[Not very easy to hide is more what he's thinking. Which makes him even more baffled at how Maria gets away with two.]

[Video]

[elegant_and_proud]

Most people who want to carry a sword around regularly will either have a harness strapped to their back, or have the scabbard attached to their belt.

[foundafamily]

Not physically. I guess I'm wondering if people get questioned about it.

[text]

[somuchlove]

I would be interested in learning more about blades.

However the only experience I have is with a knife. Would that be a problem?

[May as well get that out of the way if it turns out to be an issue.]

[text]

[elegant_and_proud]

Not at all. No experience is required. All that is needed is a desire to learn and a willingness to work hard.

[text]

[somuchlove]

I possess both. Hadriel has made it clear the skills I possess are not enough.

One last question. Age is not a factor against lessons, is it?

voice;

[souveraine]

What would you ask in payment for lessons? I've been taking lessons from another but it would always be good to have another perspective.

voice;

[elegant_and_proud]

I hadn't planned on asking for anything in return.

[Because she's trying to help Team Tranquility win.]

However, if you would prefer to offer something in return, your needlework is lovely and I would like to become more proficient.

voice;

[souveraine]

I would be more than happy to teach you. Becoming proficient simply takes practice and patience.