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[castcure]

[The feed opens on a close shot of Dakki, sitting on a couch and surrounded by colorful cushions. She's leaning in the slightest bit, hands primly in her lap. Propped nearby is a odd-looking staff.]

I've had luck asking general questions before, and this one's a bit more complicated than asking about fruits and vegetables. Hopefully someone has an answer? Aah...

[She trails off for an awkward moment, then clears her throat and tries again.]

I'm in need of a place to practice my thaumaturgy. Which is, in this case, er... throwing large amounts of fire and ice about. With the occasional... large explosion.

[There's another bit of awkward hesitation, this time as she presses her lips together in a thin line. Who in their right mind is going to suggest a place where she can go and cause explosions? But it is what she's looking to do... she has to be honest.]

I know there's a 'gym' set up for Moonblesssed, but that's more oriented towards physical combat, yes? Is there anywhere appropriate for practicing powerful magic?

Comments

[hoasen]

Ah, yes, some could have space. Although...

[Mobility? Hmmm...]

So you would like to run around as well? Moving targets?

[castcure]

Yes! It's one thing to be able to fling spells about while holding still in a nice safe spot. The true mastery is in holding you focus while avoiding an opponent!

...I'm... I'm still not terribly good at that.

[hoasen]

[Ohhhhhhh...]

How are you with martial arts? Have you ever tried it?

[castcure]

Martial arts? I'm quite practiced in the sword style of the Hingan samurai, if that's the sort of thing you mean. My footwork's just fine with a blade in my hand! But it's much more difficult to do the same thing while casting!

[hoasen]

[Hingan? She's guessing it's a school (not completely wrong) because at least she recognises "samurai".]

Mmm, I see. So you are quick to react and observe. How long does it take to cast a spell?

[castcure]

I need about two seconds of unbroken concentration for most spells. Longer for some. And I need to keep my feet planted! It helps to channel aether properly.

[hoasen]

Two seconds. [She ponders this some more.]

And you have to do this alone?

[AETHER, WHAT'S AN AETHER.]

[castcure]

Preferably not! If I've someone to fight alongside, they can usually distract our opponent long enough for everything to turn out fine!

[hoasen]

Oh! I could always provide you with back up. I use a gun to fight, but I also know martial arts myself. I can draw their attention.

[castcure]

Could you? If we've ever reason to be fighting together, I'd be grateful for your help!

[hoasen]

Of course! We are comrades here, no? I would be honoured to fight along side you. Or in front of you.