thirteenth slay ❊ ⊰ voice ⊱ ❊ we are many, we are dust.

[stakes]

I've realized something. ( her voice is level, even, and pleased. she's been thinking since returning from the recent expedition to destroy thiazi. the biggest of the big bads has been vanquished, and in spite of the hardships met and casualties, she's feeling relatively optimistic. ) We're gonna win. They want a war, we'll give 'em one. But.

( and there's always a but... )

I think some of our resourcefulness could be extended if we had more driving physical force. I'm going to reopen defense classes, including some bootcamp-style hard-hitting advanced weaponry. I'm willing to spend most of my time on this between patrols - and you know, food and sleep, the stuff you need to not wither and die - including one-on-one sessions. You're more than welcome to contact me any time, day or night, through your bracelets. First class will meet outside of the Roadhouse tomorrow, about an hour after first light. There will be cardio and strength training to warm up, and the majority of combative instruction will take place at Gefion Park, where there's more room.

Oh - for those I haven't met yet, I'm Buffy. I'll take fighters of all ages, though I'd encourage anyone under the age of like - say, sixteen? - to find less risky means of helping in the war effort. Anyway. Get in touch, we'll talk fight.

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[bossily]

I'm all for encouraging the children to be safe.

[Clara smiles a little, glad she can have a shred of something in common with someone she doesn't really know. Clara's been horrible about branching out the past handful of months, she's been too caught up in everything going on. So this is difficult for her, and she's glad that a slight maternal instinct makes the conversation easier for her.]

Me, though. Think I could use a good defense class or two.

[She's well aware she looks like a defenseless, doe-eyed schoolteacher. So it's probably not a big shock to anyone that she's saying she needs the lessons.]

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[stakes]

( buffy can't help but smile. it's not really a maternal instinct for her. it's a protector's instinct, not a mother's. children are innocents. these two will get along well. buffy has a decent set of compassionate beliefs, but she's more emotionally distant than she used to be. battle hardened, blah blah blah. )

On a scale of one to ten, ten being the most experienced, how much experience have you had with combat?

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[bossily]

Prior to arriving here? About a four or five. Now?

[She pulls a face, as if she's really thinking over a great number to use.]

Maybe a seven or eight, but experience doesn't necessarily mean I know what I'm doing. It just means I'm lucky that I've survived as long as I have.

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[fire_punk]

There's dummies and shit at the Arena, if you need them. And, umm... What kind of fighting? [He has a few people that are already teaching him but if Buffy knows something they don't, he'll take it.]

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[stakes]

Oh, I know - I used to teach my classes there. A while ago, but... That used to be my job here. ( the second part, however, is far more important. ) Anything from basic hand-to-hand to using a heavy broadsword, all the in-betweens... And some bonuses.

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[fire_punk]

Bonuses? [That really catches his attention.] What kind of bonuses?

Maglor's been teaching me to use a sword and Alice - big Alice, I mean -we've been using knives together. And Bucky said he'd teach me. But... [He wants to be able to do better if there's another big fight.]

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[ka_sera_sera]

[Roland's expression is thoughtful, weighing the look of her against what sounds like genuine confidence in her words. She hadn't specifically mentioned anything beyond weapons, but if there's a chance, he'll take it.]

Been trying to find someone to practice hand-to-hand with, but nothing much's come of it. How are you with that?

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[stakes]

The best. ( she smiles widely. )

[ka_sera_sera]

[His eyes narrow, corners of his lips turning up just a little.]

I'd like to see that, if your schedule allows.

[voice]

[madvaporskillz]

What of those who might live to a different age? Would they be turned away simply for that?

[voice]

[stakes]

I'm not saying I'll turn anyone away. I just think having kids fight is too dangerous.

Voice.

[tonsofpun]

So, uh. Just curious. But have you ever had anybody underestimate the shit out of you?

Voice.

[stakes]

Multiple times and much to their chagrin. Why?

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[brainiest]

[ She thinks that she should probably know Buffy and she does her best to keep herself contained. Hermione knows vague things about Spike's relationships with other people and all she can do is focus on the post itself -- which she can do. ]

I can help with archery, if you need anyone. I've been learning for months now so I might be able to teach a few beginners - especially if they have ice or fire magic to use for their arrows.

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[stakes]

We could use an archery expert. Or at least someone who knows what they're doing. My bow experience is pretty much limited to the cross variety.

[impeaches]

How would you define less risky?

[ He's hesitant because he has, technically, adopted a child who would, technically, want to fight. Oops. ]

[stakes]

Helping with nursing the injured, making sure there's ample rationing at home...

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[extraordinarie]

[ well this is a breath of fresh air. hello buffy. ]

As long as you're keeping up with that whole food and sleep and stuff. [ she says almost like a joke, but then she shifts back to seriousness. ] Do you need any help with training?

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[stakes]

( hello katie kate kate )

Yeah, that'll happen as it needs to. I don't take as much to run on as I used to. ( LONG LIFE BATTERY COMES WITH AGE AND BATTLE HARDENING??? ) I wouldn't mind having an extra pair of hands.

[Voice]

[snugglesjugs]

Age really doesn't matter much in this situation, if someone wants to fight they'll do it.

[He was about ten when he took part in a large scale revolt.]

However I promised a few people that I'd say safe as I could, so I'm just helping with magical related supplies.

[Voice]

[stakes]

I realize that. Doesn't mean I don't wish kids would stay safe. I'm glad you've chosen to.

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[wasbrave]

I'm still injured, any chance I can jump in a few days late?

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[stakes]

Absolutely. The more the merrier. Or, you know. More... blood-covered, but.

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[amanwhodrinkstea]

Might I ask why you seem so certain?

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[comeonthensexy]

I'm surprised no child has come here to protest loudly. They're a stubborn lot.

[ And he says that fondly. ]

Hello again.

[ They weren't all that close, but they did know each other. ]