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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.

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[dualbladepaladin]

[Hubrt nods and straightens. He feels a bit of stiffness in his leg, but it's nothing another healing spell won't help later.

He ignores it for now, quickly putting the staff back together to demonstrate.]

Of course.

[He pulls the staff apart first, twisting the pole slowly to show how it clicks and separates.]

I will be the first to admit, it is a weapon that's taken many, many years of practice to perfect.

[He lays one down on the ground so he can continue with just one.]

The handle clicks down like so... and the blades move back...

[He pushes the handle down at an angle, and with a snap of his wrist the pointed blades separate, swing back and click in to place, turning in to the pistol.]

Like that.

[bufudine]

[Serph watches intently, totally fascinated. Wow. Damn. It's one thing to know the weapons change, but it's quite another to actually see them change in front of him. It's an interesting piece of weaponry.

He nods again.]

It's quite versatile. Is this a common weapon in your world?

[dualbladepaladin]

Common? No, not exactly. Though to say any weapon is "common" in my world would be a bit of a stretch.

[And back to staff form, quickly as he can once he picks up the laid down blade.]

Many people start off training in a certain style, and eventually come to customize their own. For that reason, there are hundreds of styles of weapons floating around. In fact we often found discarded or retired weaponry along our travels.

[bufudine]

[The concept of customised weapons is foreign to Serph. But it seems the people of Hubert's world has had time for such things. He nods.]

What other skills or experience do you have?

[Whether it's combat related or not.]

[dualbladepaladin]

I'm a Lieutenant of the Stradha Military, actually. I have a bit of hand to hand combat experience, but it's not my strong point.

[bufudine]

[Military, huh? Having another with that kind of expertise is definitely a bonus.]

Your experience would be welcome on the Defense Force, if you still wish to join.

[Even without the military background, another helping hand would be more than welcome.]

I have confidence in your abilities.

[dualbladepaladin]

Is that so?

[He lets out a quiet 'hmn' of thought, eventually nodding.]

I would like to, yes. Thank you for the offer.

[bufudine]

[Serph nods. There's a small pause before he speaks again.]

Would you be interested in leading an organised training group?

[Hubert seemed interested in ensuring his skills don't decline so...]

There are many both within and outside the Defense Force who wish to keep their skills sharp in case of attack.



[ooc: To have Hurbert officially, all you need to do is fill out a form here!]

[dualbladepaladin]

A training group?

[He's a bit surprised there isn't one already, but it does sound like an ideal place for him to start.]

I see. Well, I don't see why not. It wouldn't be the first time I've led training exercises.

[bufudine]

[Serph gives a nod in approval. Good. He'll let Hubert handle that, then.]

Don't let me keep you, if you have other business.

[dualbladepaladin]

[Hubert returns the nod.]

Thank you very much for your time, and consideration for the defense force.

[bufudine]

[Serph gives Hubert one last nod in acknowledgement and turns to leave; there's still plenty he needs to get done, after all.]


[ooc: Also, if Hubert's handling sparring/training now, this may be relevant to his interests.]