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 Posted: Fri Feb 14, 2014 7:08 pm
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His eyes closed and his mind adrift after moments lying his body down against the cool earth. The voices of the women still in ringing despite his slumber. It was obvious that they had been discussing things amongst themselves and were planning on precautions. It was nothing too far fetched to him, neither did he doubt their ability to match his expectation. Though regardless he himself had chosen such a route, and would bare the burden of his decision. Falling asleep on enemy grounds with no protection, and under no roof was an unsettling matter, but he took no heed to this and simply let his damaged body and mind rest. Within moments had found himself lying beneath the rubble of a razed land. The sounds of cackling fire and falling rubble being all that was left of the place. This stretched burning wasteland stretching out miles without end. Bones, and ash being the only remnants of what was left of people and livestock. To him this was not the first he had entered the hellish plains; if not anything, it was the only sight he could recall ever to dream of. Yet regardless to his cold heart, and no matter how far he threw away his emotions; the tears would always fall whenever the sight was seen. And upon moments after this had found himself awake once more. Checking his face with the same indifference, only to find no evidence of tears falling. Sighing and leaving it at that, gazed upon the sky once more, as he lay there lost in thought. "Again..." Whispering under his breath the single word, heaved a light sigh as he merely awaited his fate.
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Feeling: Melancholic, and Tired
Location: Igonia's arena
With: Sora, Euphie, Aurora
Thoughts: About his dream, and of his current fate
O.O.C: . . .
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Posted: Sat Feb 15, 2014 12:44 am
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Posted: Sat Feb 15, 2014 10:34 pm
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The sound of movement echoed loudly from where he lay, as the earth had gently vibrated from the actions the three women. It had seemed he was safe for the time being, and was given time to rest. Acknowledging their decision to heed his advise, had opened his eyes to see the scene that was no farther then a few feet away. Of course a few glances were shot his way from time to time, but no other words were said, neither had he ever expected any during their training. Though one thing had bothered Alkaios, as it was that only two of the three women were in combat, while the women named Sora was left with nothing but her blade. Seeing this had, despite his current position and condition stood up, walking in direction to Sora. Upon reaching a close distance with her had gently tapped the girl's shoulder and with a deep intake of oxygen said, "Spar with me." Looking at the girl with eyes burning with pride, yet still holding onto his indifferent expression. Even going so far as to gesture with his hand for her to provide him some sort of weapon to start the match. Finding himself doing this out of nothing but sheer pride, and honor for who he was.
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Feeling: Tired, and Motivated
Location: Igonia's arena
With: Sora, Euphie, Aurora
Thoughts: Will trust them for now, and pay back a debt
O.O.C: . . .
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Posted: Sun Feb 16, 2014 4:21 pm
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Posted: Sun Feb 16, 2014 7:11 pm
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Sora hesitated upon hearing his demand. Though her answer had showed her interest in the idea, like that of a rabbit unsure of accepting a carrot from a human. Nodding his head to confirm that he was in fact willing to spar with her, saying nothing else aside from that as he looked around to find an adequate weapon to arm himself against the rapier. Finding himself a short bladed katana amidst the small collection of dull blades. In doing so had prepared himself, and stood in a most peculiar fighting stance. Standing with body straight, and with blade held by both hands, pointing it vertically to the sky. Upon assuming this position had closed his eyes then took in air once more, then spoke. "Assume your position, then let us begin." Saying this much had then exhaled with eyes open narrowly, preparing to examine and predict the first assault as he understood that he in his current condition could probably fall if hit once with a direct blow of her blade.
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Feeling: Tired, and Motivated
Location: Igonia's arena
With: Sora, Euphie, Aurora
Thoughts: Will trust them for now, and pay back a debt
O.O.C: . . .
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Posted: Sun Feb 16, 2014 8:05 pm
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Posted: Sun Feb 16, 2014 9:32 pm
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It was not long after he had prepared himself had Sora done the same with blade clutched comfortably in her hand. Moving into her own position with sword pointed and prepared to lunge at any given moment, Alkaios had again took in some air then began to move forward with blade and posture still not letting up. Only till he had reached a good 4 feet distance from her did he stop his movement. It was at that very moment did he initiate the first swing, rotating his body while shifting his arms to swing the light blade in a diagonal manner, pivoting his feet right after that to bring down the second swing. However even upon successfully executing the first and second swings, knew he was lacking power. Of course the blows hit nothing but air, however were both in direction to where she stood, and had been shown ahead in advance. The reasoning was to both help and demonstrate his current ability. And upon doing such, had once again resume his immobile stance, awaiting the girl to strike him first. Though seeing no resolve, nor intent to do so had spoke once more, this time in hopes to provoke her. "As you are a woman and I a man, I will fight under a handicap. This being a limit on my movement. I will lift my feet off the ground where I lay. Now come at me." Saying this much without so much as a blink of an eye; this being outside of the occasional intake and release of air.
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Feeling: Tired, and Motivated
Location: Igonia's arena
With: Sora, Euphie, Aurora
Thoughts: Will spar with what energy is left.
O.O.C: . . .
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Posted: Mon Feb 17, 2014 1:21 pm
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Sora watched Alkaios's short display carefully, as if trying to learn from him. Yep, he was 10 times more graceful than with with a weapon, even in the exhausted state he was in. She couldn't help flinching even though his blade was far from reaching her. Sora sighed and gripped her weapon tighter. He seemed to waiting for her to make the first attack. No pressure... As if to confirm this, he told her come at him, after explaining the handicap he would allow for her. Sora felt bad. He was already in bad shape, but in addition he would given her a handicap? Was she really that pathetic? Or was he just patronizing her? Since both were possibilities, she didn't address the issue. Instead she frowned determinedly. She was already in this, no turning back now. It's just sparring. I can at least do my best So without another, Sora lunged forward, reaching her front foot forward, and thrusted her arm out forward, extending her blade toward Alkaios. But she didn't straighten her back leg and her aim was off. A slight stumble and a sharp rap on his blade was all she accomplished.
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Posted: Mon Feb 17, 2014 4:13 pm
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Accepting his handicap with a frown, though saying nothing else as she lunged at him with blade in hand, front foot shifting forward, and arm extending and blade aimed in his direction. He watched her motions and had been satisfied by the initial response, and was prepared to counter in hopes to stretch the length of the spar. However, despite the well executed motion, had not straightened the back of her leg, thus stumbling, and slightly changing the direction where the blade was aimed towards. Hitting nothing but the blade of the short katana he held. Of course the blow itself had not weakened, and had forced him to hold his ground. Doing so by pivoting his foot and body in means of absorbing the blow. Standing firm after doing so, had slid his blade across hers and then parried the rapier, following with the same initial slash he had shown her but moments ago. Of course the power, and speed had been reduced further due to his bodies condition, though nonetheless was sure to inflict pain upon impact. Releasing and taking in his breath at the same time the blade continued down in the slashing motion.
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Feeling: Tired, and Motivated
Location: Igonia's arena
With: Sora, Euphie, Aurora
Thoughts: Will spar with what energy is left.
O.O.C: . . .
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Posted: Mon Feb 17, 2014 8:08 pm
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Sora gasped involuntarily at Alkaios's reaction. Not that she was caught off guard, just...well there really wasn't any actually reason. She bit her lip in concentration, blocking his oncoming blow and then pushing his blade aside. She pulled her feet back together, closing the distance between them. As she countered, she feinted before actually attacking, giving another strong thrust and pressing towards him. She faltered, his physical condition still worrying her in the back of her mind, She didn't want to hurt him... That, and she allowed herself to be distracted by Euphie and Aurora. They looked like they were doing really well. But then again, they always did, even when they were practicing.
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Posted: Mon Feb 17, 2014 9:02 pm
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His blow was quickly blown aside by her blade, and had given her a chance to thrust her blade at him. Of course he was glad to see that she was not simply a pushover, but had ability to hold her own ground to his attack, and even find a counter timing. Pulling in his blade with much effort had once again blocked the thrust she had tossed in his direction, again reducing the damage by rotating his body, and pivoting his foot. However, the blow had been much heavier then the first, and forced him to exhale at an untimely moment. Causing him much internal pain, as his body slowly began to send messages through his nerves, placing invisible limiters on his body. Though unwilling to show his pain, had bit his covered lip till blood was drawn. She had hesitated, and held much back due to his condition. He could tell this clearly, and had felt a pang of irritation. Her eyes had been set at the other two women and their spar. Another pang had arisen, and at that point parried her blade away with more force, and once more went at executing the two initial slashes he had shown her, this time however, decided to push his limits. His reason unclear, though heart unwavering, swung his small blade with as much speed and strength as he could bring forth. "Focus on your own battle." So he had said mid swing, while frantically trying to regain his breathing pace. "Have you not accepted this match to attain strength?" Asking her with a indifferent tone after his first swing.
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Feeling: Tired, Motivated, and slightly Irritated
Location: Igonia's arena
With: Sora, Euphie, Aurora
Thoughts: Will spar with what energy is left.
O.O.C: . . .
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