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[dualbladepaladin]

[Okay, this time, the post is deliberate. Hubert is addressing, well, everyone. He pushes his glasses up out of habit before he begins speaking.]

My name is Hubert Ozwell. I've been in Vatheon for several months now, and... some of you likely saw me on the network a few weeks back. I apologize for not realizing my SFC was turned on.

That aside, I was part of the residents that were taken to a strange place some time back, and the dangers presented there were many and difficult. I realize the longer I remain stationary here, though, the more likely my combat skills are to atrophy. That's not something I would like to happen.

I am aware of the defense force, however I haven't decided just yet if I want to join. If anything I would like to ensure that I'm not going to be a liability and that I haven't lost my edge.

[Yes, it's only been a short time and he's already worried about this.]

Would anyone be interested in sparring at all? I extend this offer to anyone with decent to passable combat skills, as there isn't much I haven't dealt with. I also have healing artes, so I have no concerns or qualms about injures.

I await responses to know if this is something worth perusing. Thank you.

Comments

[Video]

[clumsyblonde]

I'd be up for sparring with you! [Don't mind her bright smile, Hubert.]

I'm Colette.

[Video]

[dualbladepaladin]

[If it wasn't for knowing Sophie, Hubert would actually be surprised by this offer from some one like Colette. Bright smile aside, she looks even smaller than Sophie, but Sophie packs a damn punch.]

A pleasure to meet you, Colette.

Would you have a preference on a place?

[Video]

[clumsyblonde]

[Hey! She's not smaller than Sophie!]

It's nice to meet you too, Hubert! Would the park work for you? There's enough space.

[video]

[righthandedragon]

I'm not sure how much use I could be; I have the status of a bladesmaster, however.... [ Silently raising his left... arm. There's no hand there, even if there's a rather iridescent dragon tattoo. ]

I would be willing to, at least.

[video]

[dualbladepaladin]

[Oh. Well... that's...

Unfortunate.]

I wouldn't be entirely sure how one in your... ah... condition would be able to assist, aside from perhaps overseeing the matches?

[He's not really sure what else is possible here. He's known many a swordsman who were essentially out of a job by losing the use of their sword hand.]

[video]

[righthandedragon]

I could always try to be right handed. It seems to be something I will have to get used to, but at the worst case, I would be willing to do that.

[blastiaobsessieanonymous]

... My way of dealing with combat isn't well-suited to straightforward sparring, but I could still help you with reflex practice perhaps?

[dualbladepaladin]

Are you long range or short range?

[blastiaobsessieanonymous]

More or less long range. I have my sash for up close work, but I use spells.

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[neededahand]

No qualms about injuries, you said?

[That definitely piques his interest. That, and he feels guilty for not training for so long, androids or not.]

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[dualbladepaladin]

Yes. As I said, I have healing abilities.

[and if things get really bad, he can get Cheria to help. And deal with getting yelled as a result.]

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[bufudine]

[Since Hubert mentioned the Defense Force...]

My name is Serph. I am one of the Defense Force's leaders. I can assess your skills, if you wish.

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[dualbladepaladin]

Would that be alright? I wouldn't want to impose on anyone.

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[ai_can_cook]

Sparring?

Like, just running around trading blows, right?

[Ai, YOU DO NOT HAVE ANY ARTES WHAT ARE YOU DOING]

I don't know how much help I can provide, but help is what I do!

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[dualbladepaladin]

In... a manner of speaking.

[That's a very basic way of putting it, but sure!]

[video]

[destroytheworld]

I will fight you.

_{[not spar, but fight.]}

[video]

[dualbladepaladin]

What makes you think I wish to be anywhere near you after your last tirade at me?

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[spiria]

I could always get some more practice in, sure! I've got healing artes, too, so there's double the emphasis on 'no qualms about injuries'.

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[dualbladepaladin]

You have healing artes as we--

[wait]

... you seem familiar.

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[saiyan_prince]

You don't look like you have any muscle on you at all. You'd go down in one punch.

[Smirk.]

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[dualbladepaladin]

Oh, is that what you believe?

[Hubert pushes his glasses up]

Finesse in battle does not necessarily equate to physical strength, sir. I assure you I didn't become a Lieutenant by simply throwing my weight around.

[Video]

[donotcomprehend]

Even if you do not wish to join the Defense Force, sparring would be welcome.

[Video]

[dualbladepaladin]

It's still something I'm considering.

Would you like to meet at the park? It seems to be the ideal place for it.

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[closedcircuit]

I can spar with you, if you'd like.

I've trained for the last fourteen years, in both swordsmanship and electricity magic. I can refrain from using the latter if you can't combat it.

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[dualbladepaladin]

Electricity magic? I can't say I'm entirely familiar with it. I'm not entirely sure how I would be at combating it but I'm wary to exclude any chance for a learning experience.