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He was slightly impressed by her learning speed. As Serana threw her attack erratically Tryston found himself straining to keep up. The last thing he had expected was for her to suddenly deviate from the set pattern. He could easily move to the side so that only air brushed against his tunic, but the overhead swing forced him to bend backwards...it was when the leg sweep happened that the male had to fall backwards before spinning back up on his feet.

"Not bad." He smirked before quickly twisting to the side to lash out with his own attacks, "But how about defense?" His actions were wide and obvious to read, but there was a sudden intensity to them. Could she manage?

Tryst had to grit his teeth as he heard the wood connect with Serana's side. While he wasn't hitting to damage the girl, his attacks weren't so gentle either. You couldn't learn by being pampered to in battle. No opponent would give mercy so easily...

Still, he believed that she had a good lesson for the day.

Stepping backwards Tryston moved as if to swing hard and low towards Serana's side. At the last second his swing stopped and he lowered the staff less than a breath from her side, "Enough." The boy pulled his weapon back and flicked loose hair back over his shoulder, "I think you have the gist of it." He glanced at her hands, "Bandages, you should use them more." Tryston motioned towards the ground were a fallen log rested, "Rest and I'll be back."

With that said he turned on his heel and began to walk back towards the market.

Tryston returned with a few things. First he crouched down next to Serana, "Your hands..." Not saying another word the male opened the flask he had at his side and poured water over the red skin. Then he took the poultice that he had purchased -an ointment familiar to the boy from when he too had started training - and gently rubbed it over her rough skin. Afterwards he used bandages to carefully wrap up her hands. "Next time you practice with it make sure you have your hands wrapped first."

That stated he handed over the ointment and the extra bandages, "These are for you." Tryst nodded towards the lance as well, "He said it's customary to gift apprentices with their first weapon so that they can train. The lance is yours now as well." The male smiled, "Though it may be safer for you to flail around with that wooden staff first while you train."

He just shook his head at her antics. Females... Still, perhaps a flicker of amusement crossed his gaze before he went back to concentrate on his task. As he gathered up his own belongings -scattered from their practice session- the male paused. "Any other techniques?" Trstyon paused thoughtfully, "There are a few."

Walking a few paces away the male picked up the staff and flicked it out, "There are many other ways to fight with a lance. Stabbing, parrying, defense..." He placed the staff down carefully on the ground, "But many also use the lance while riding a mount....something that you do have." He frowned slightly, "Though I'm not certain how well that idea may work for you and your...friend." He glanced towards the janarim who had been a few paces away this whole time.

"Well first you have to learn how to mount the janarim." Holding out a hand the boy approached the creature, "Let's just hope he can hold you." Teased the male before he turned to help Serana. "May I?" That stated the male reached out and helped to lift her onto the beast.

"You'll have to rely on your thighs to hold onto him and you can't even dare bring a weapon until you get used to the difference." Tryston noted, "Balance is key and if you can't balance yourself first then you can't even attempt to hold a weapon. Now remember use your thighs and only your arms as necessary. Eventually it should just be in your back and thighs that you keep balance as your lance will be in a hand."

He gently pressed on her back, "Your spine...curve it." That stated Tryston took a step back, "Take a moment, ready?" With that stated he smacked Iska's hind in and watched to see what would happen next....

"I would say so." If possible Tryston may have actually been laughing at the girl's reaction. Walking over Tryst offered a hand to help her up, "I think that's enough for the day." The apprentice nodded, "Rest and recover then you can begin training again. Just don't forget what I've taught you today and you should be fine."

Tossing his satchel back over his shoulder, Tryst glanced at Serana. "When I come back I'll test you so make sure you train." He paused before finally smiling, "Take care of yourself." That stated the boy waved before turning away and heading back towards the mountain.

He had his own journey and training to begin after all...