There isn't anything I can offer in return Riku said that having one of my charms felt like I was watching over him But that doesn't mean anything in the end
[What he wouldn't have given to be able to protect Riku like Riku said.]
Thank you, but I have a few people teaching me things already. I wouldn't mind practicing with you, though.
[ As for Suga...that's a whole story in itself. ]
It does.
...Riku had a lot of friends back at home, and thankfully none of them made it here with us. But he would have been lonely if I weren't here, and if it weren't for the people who made him feel safe.
[ ...minus c-ta, but. Details. ]
You were one of those people. Even if...even if he's not here with us anymore, it meant something to him. Both of you did.
...I'm not as familiar with heavier weapons, but I should be able to show you how to wield blades, as well as martial arts. But... after everything, I would prefer to keep training sessions to nighttime, if that's okay.
[Though on the topic of Riku, she once again has nothing to add. She knows now, she can't protect all of them, but it's still so hard to feel the right to comment on the poor boy's death all the same.]
Lighter weapons are easier to draw and carry on your person, but it comes with the limits of close combat. They're more useful for surprise attacks, or tight spaces.
If you two are planning to use larger weapons like a battle axe or sword, it would be better to stay out of areas that are too closely confined for you to swing the weapon properly. The greatest strength of those weapons is their long reach - as long as your opponent's weapon can't reach you, you'll be safe, but if you can't use it to its full reach, it could become a hinderance instead.
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If either of you would be interested... I would like to teach you how to defend yourselves. I can't always be there to protect you, but at least...
[At least, maybe, they could protect themselves. That's what she wants to hope, anyway.]
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I would appreciate both of those
There isn't anything I can offer in return
Riku said that having one of my charms felt like I was watching over him
But that doesn't mean anything in the end
[What he wouldn't have given to be able to protect Riku like Riku said.]
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Thank you, but I have a few people teaching me things already. I wouldn't mind practicing with you, though.
[ As for Suga...that's a whole story in itself. ]
It does.
...Riku had a lot of friends back at home, and thankfully none of them made it here with us. But he would have been lonely if I weren't here, and if it weren't for the people who made him feel safe.
[ ...minus c-ta, but. Details. ]
You were one of those people. Even if...even if he's not here with us anymore, it meant something to him. Both of you did.
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...I'm not as familiar with heavier weapons, but I should be able to show you how to wield blades, as well as martial arts. But... after everything, I would prefer to keep training sessions to nighttime, if that's okay.
[Though on the topic of Riku, she once again has nothing to add. She knows now, she can't protect all of them, but it's still so hard to feel the right to comment on the poor boy's death all the same.]
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I bought an iron sword this week
But I haven't made much progress with it
It's very different from a fake sword
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[ Maybe if they're together...it's less likely they'll be targeted. Something like that. ]
I'll learn whatever I can from you both.
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If you two are planning to use larger weapons like a battle axe or sword, it would be better to stay out of areas that are too closely confined for you to swing the weapon properly. The greatest strength of those weapons is their long reach - as long as your opponent's weapon can't reach you, you'll be safe, but if you can't use it to its full reach, it could become a hinderance instead.
[Her tone is quiet and matter-of-fact.]
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Don't get caught in small places
Keep your opponent away from you