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[convene]

Hello.

My name is Naruhodo Ryunosuke. I'm still relatively new to this so please forgive me if I make any mistakes. I'm looking for someone who could teach me how to use a katana. I've been lucky enough that I have the weapon but I have no idea how to wield it properly. After recent events, I think it would best to learn how to use it.

Any assistance would be appreciated.

Comments

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[thinkfirst]

These devices can be quite hard to figure out but you did a wonderful job. I've been using a sword since I was a child and would be happy to teach you. You're right that self-defense is one of the most important skills you can learn here, and I would welcome the chance to practice.

[convene]

We don't have anything like it where I'm from so I appreciate the encouragement.
You've been learning that long? That's quite the skill to learn at such a young age.
If you don't mind I would greatly appreciate it. I'm unfortunately a novice when it comes to combat that isn't archery.

[thinkfirst]

Archery is an impressive skill! I've always wanted to learn. One of the most renowned captains in the knights was a very skilled archer.

[ Flynn is so glad to see other people also having trouble with these things. They're... complicated. Especially when one spends a lot of time in gauntlets. ]

Anyway, I would be glad to teach you. It would help keep my own skills sharp and it is admittedly one of the things I miss most at home. Teaching new recruits wasn't something I got to do often, but it was always very rewarding.

[convene]

Thank you. I really do appreciate it.
Perhaps we could trade off skills.
If I can find a bow, I'd be happy to teach you the basics of archery!
I've never taught anyone so it may be a learning experience for both of us.

[thinkfirst]

I would be honored to learn. Teaching isn't terribly hard as long as you're patient. A bit like learning these devices and the technology here, actually. It took me quite a while to switch from the idea of letters to sending messages like this but I believe I'm getting the hang of it. Do you have any experience with using that sword, or are you going in completely new?

[convene]

I'm still getting used to the idea of how quick and easy it is to send a message like this.
It's much faster than a telegram for certain.
I have a very basic understanding of how to use the katana through watching my friend, so I'd be going into this new.

[thinkfirst]

Indeed! Certainly much faster than letters ever were.

I am beginning medical training so I have slightly less free time, but perhaps we could start this week?

[convene]

Please, take all the time you need.
I'm in no rush, and I would hate to interrupt your own studies.
Medical training is a worthwhile endeavor and I wish you luck with it.
This week is fine if you have the time, but please do not push yourself on my behalf.

[thinkfirst]

This week it is. Believe me, this will be a welcome break for me. Medicine may be a worthwhile pursuit but my passion lies with swords. We can meet outside my house in Crenshaw. There's some open space I usually practice in.

[convene]

Wonderful!
I really do appreciate this.
Please do let me know what day would be best for you.