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Now then, you have to ask yourself one simple question now: "Do I really want to get into an argument with Albert, the king of all things LOD when Saxxon isn't around, and King Albert's greatest fan alive, about who between Albert and Lavitz is better?". twisted

I honestly think that lavitz is the way to go on this one as well...he was alberts main knight and gave his life for him when he was in trouble. He also has a deeper voice than albert, and albert sounds a little young I have to say.

But Lavitz would beat him in experience (and probably strength; check out his core compared to Albert's! When I say that, I mean abs. No denying that! XD). If you think about it, he takes his time during his attacks, so he could put more force behind each blow.

Plus, he could pull on Al's ponytail and have him caught; maybe even cut it off. I really don't like that ponytail...

Lavitz is HOTT, so therefore he owns :p
(sorry al, it's true, you HAVE to admit ^^;; )
(although you are smoking yourself wink )

I guess we're outmatched Al, because I like the king too. His speed is much better and I hate how slow Lavitz is.

Oh dear neutral ..... It seems as if I'm simply just.... outmatched against this seemingly unbeatable Lavitz talk2hand .... But then again stare .... I haven't argued either way yet, now have I? twisted I shall answer to each of you in turn, if you don't mind, that is.

To you, oh Cloud, you say that Lavitz was Albert's main knight, gave his life for him, and had a deeper voice than the king, implying that he was older. I say unto you this: Yes, Albert did trust Lavitz more than any other knight in his service, both because of his prowess in battle, and because they grew up together as friends from children to adulthood. I counter his giving his life with the fact that Albert would have done just the same should their positions have been reversed, and what of his voice? Everyone has a different pitch to their voice. No one's is the same. Lavitz may be older than Albert, but it is not by much at all; two, three, perhaps 4 years at the absolute most.

Cabi, please fogive me, this may hurt:

How can you know that "Lavitz Dearie" would defeat the young monarch in experience? Lavitz himself trained King Albert, teaching him everything that he knew. We can only assume that they had regular bouts as a way to spend time together like they had when they were younger. Albert may very well have practiced and nearly mastered everything his friend taught him, and afterwards learned a few tricks of his own. On the note of Lavitz's strength, I don't see it as being much of a factor. A lean martial artist might very well have an advatage over an untrained body builder, wouldn't you say so? And as for Lavitz's taking time between attacks, that could not only be interpreted as putting thought into the attack, but also struggling to realize the enemy's current weak point. Albert's speed rests not only in body, but also in mind. He enjoys reading, and is rather the clever one of the team. He most likely reason for his faster striking speed is because of his surity that he has found the enemy's weakness. His mind processes faster than Lavitz's, which in turn enables him to act and react in a much more timely fashion. Any attack given by Lavitz could be responded to in a heartbeat, and the offence quickly turned to defence. Lastly for this answer, I respond to your comment about Albert's hair: To each his own. That could very well have been a high fashion for the young royalty in that day and age. Also, do you really think that Lavitz, being the honerable warrior you say he is, would do something so low as to pull at his opponent's hair to gain an advantage?

Meru, you knowing men should be aware that it doesn't all have to do with one's appearance. To make my point known, answer me this: What would you rather have in a long-term relationship? Would it be a dim-witted, but dashing fool that cared more for his appearance than you, or would it be the decent looking youth who doted on you, casting upon you all the most sweet, poetic compliments and phrases as have ever reached your ear? Though I shame Albert by describing him as only "decent-looking". You may find Lavitz quite appealing, but Albert is quite the handsom one as well.

Baulder, I had not expected you to be against me as well, soft as you may try to make it seem. However, I shall give response for you as well. Albert's place is indeed as king, but do you not think that when it comes time for full out war, he would not ride out in the front lines with his own men? I try not to place Albert above Lavitz in this respect, for he is not. But neither is Lavitz greater than Albert. Each warrior has some unique aspect to their own, but all "true warriors" as you say, have one thing in common: the strength and will at heart to defend or achieve whatever it is you hold dear, even if it should mean doing so until your last breath. Albert and Lavitz both exhibited this quality, Lavitz by actually giving his life for his liegelord, and Albert by pursueing Lavitz's vengence, and afterwards fighting even the God of Destruction to protect his family and friends, the people of Serdio.

I believe that I have answered all now..... save for you, Chaos. I have but one thing to say to you at this time, and it is..... never doubt your king. wink

*Albert inclines his head and snickers almost softly enough that it cannot be heard.*

Oh, how very short your sight extends. For the sake of God, buy some binoculars.

True, Albert stayed behind while Lavitz went out to war, but does that really mean he wanted to? You insult me by saying that Albert had been drinking tea and eating pastries when his friend was in danger. If you would be so good as to reach into your memories, you would remember that when you finally reach Bale castle and meet King Albert, Minister Noish says that when they recieved news of Lavitz's capture, Albert was worried sick. I would have to play through the game again to know the absolute details (which I can't, because my playstation 2 is GAY stare ), but I believe it even goes so far as to say that Albert could not eat or sleep while he knew Lavitz'z peril. And who is to say that it was completely his own decision to stay there rather than help his friend? A king's duty is absolute. I wouldn't be surprised if Minister Noish convinced Albert that his place was governing over his city. Placing myself in that situation, I undertand the feeling of being torn between my heart and my duty. I would stay behind, though it would tear me apart. I know that though it would hurt, that someone would have to watch over the kingdom. I do that here in this guild.