Finding a Proper Foothold (Alex)

[Infilia Snowsong]

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Infilia listened to the two as they spoke about the weapons and someone named Womiyu, the Vantha was unsure if Alex were intentionally stalling the man from his work. Though, at the end, Infilia decided on the Shamshir a weapon that was fairly long, and lightweight. The Snowsong felt truly odd, wielding such a dangerous thing, but in the end, it would be worth it. If she wanted to start learning how to defend herself as soon as possible.

"Sixteen?" Infilia asked Alex, as he handed her the blade. The Vantha was confused about the word Sixteen. And she wasn't really so sure what it meant in the Common tongue. It felt really foreign to her. Now, as Infilia took hold of the Shamshir, she wasn't so sure how to belt it. Infilia decided it best that she held the sheath, it's strap hanging above the ground. "Learn Common? Teach, you?" Infilia asked wearily, as she adjusted her belongings, she picked up the bag before the two left the building, remembering to bring it with. Otherwise, it would mean free clothes for some other commoner.

The two left out of the smithy and entered the streets of the busy Alvadas. Infilia was glad, that the majority don't pay mind to her. She wouldn't need to wear her hood of her trench coat. "Where to now?' infilia said, as she awkwardly held her new sword. "Train?"

"For Hope Is Far Greater."

[Alexander Faircroft]

Description "Alex Common" Alex thoughts "Myrian" "Fratava" "Others"


Alex stepped out of the Building with Infilia and started walking with her in tow once again. As she asked him her usual series of questions. He couldn’t help but glance across to her.
“Sixteen. It’s a number. And as for that blade you want to loop the belt over your shoulder.” With a simple gesture he made a display that showed her what she’d have to do to put the belt over her. Though the second comment she made was one he’d expected. She wanted him to teach her some common or at least work on getting what she already knew better. With a small nod he agreed.
“I’m more than willing to teach you. Though. I wouldn’t mind learning some of your language in return.” He spoke being careful not to mention her actual language so that any on listeners wouldn’t be attuned to the facts.

Though her words were something that he knew himself he’d have to teach her how to use that, and where to do it was the question. He paused stopping dead in the middle of a back street that seemed to wind on endlessly. “Well if you want me to train you the best idea would be to find somewhere empty that I can teach you in.” And almost as if the city itself was listening something began to shimmer in the corner of his eye. A door. Something deep in the pit of his stomach told him to push the doors in, so he did.

His findings was something he didn’t expect to see, a large set of stairs that lead upwards into an open space, with an arch that lead open into what seemed to be a clear blue sky. He felt high up above the noise and, almost like he was back where he learnt. “This’ll do.” He spoke almost under his breath hoping that Infilia had followed him in. The large open expanse was secluded and away from prying eyes. Here he could teach her at least briefly how to use the blade she’d just bought.

“I can teach you here.” He announced with his usually light and airy voice gaining some steel behind it. The open space carrying it into the all-encompassing noise that seemed to filter in from every angle. “Though Infilia, if you want to learn you have to know one thing. You’re going to hurt people. Like it or not, you’ll have too. Otherwise they’ll do worse to you.” His eyes which were usually soft and gentle hardened into those of someone who’d been on both the giving and receiving end of pain.

“Now if you want to train with me draw your sword, if you have the will.” Alex folded his arms. And stood opposite her with a rather serious look upon his features. If she wanted truly to learn to defend herself he’d teach her but he’d show her exactly what she’d be up against.

[Kaleidoscope]

 

Infilia

Skills

• Observation: +5
• Cosmetology: +1
• Organisation: +1
• Stealth: +1

Lores

• Priskil: Goddess of Hope and Light
• Cosmetology: A Simple Bun
• Stealth: Concealed Weapons
• Alvadas Location: The Bizarre Bazaar
• Associating Colour With Memory
• Negotiation: Don't Take No For an Answer
• The Bizarre Bazaar: Home to Many Varieties of Shops
• The Possible Effects of a Winterless Winter
• Alvadas Location: Kitrean Krafts
• Alex: Very Observant
• Shamshir: A Type of Scimitar
• Appearance of an Isur
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Comments
Despite the occasional grammar error and misplaced comma, I enjoyed this thread. Infilia's little insights and thoughts on the world are both sweet and sad, considering her race and placement in the world currently. It would help me, the grader, if you could briefly proof-read your posts before you put them up though, just a gentle reminder.

Item Gained (+)

Item Lost (-)

Now, I am still resolving the issue of the purchases made in this thread. As Alex is retired, and didn't deduct the prices of these things from his ledger before he was retired, I am a little unsure as to whether Infilia would be able to receive anything Alex bought for her.

I will PM you once this issue has been resolved, but for now act as if Infilia has *not* received these items, to save trouble later down the line.

 

Alex

Skills

• Example 1
• Example 2
• Example 3
• Example 4

Lores

• Example 1
• Example 2
• Example 3
• Example 4

Comments
Grades held due to retirement.

Enjoy your grade! If you have any questions, don't hesitate to send me a PM.