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[tekhartha]

Does anyone here practise yoga? There are a number of couple's positions with which I would like to experiment, but I do not think the locals here are quite ready to handle a mechanical body such as mine.

I am also very happy to initiate the inexperienced among you who would like to join me regardless! I promise to be a gentle teacher, and that you will find the experience most satisfying, both physically and spiritually.

I look forward to meeting you all. ( _:::_ )b

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[justsomeshrimp]

I have never done it before, but I think I would like to try.

[tekhartha]

Every journey must first begin in the mind. I would be glad to teach you, my friend. What is your name?

[graftage]

Yoga? Is that like the stuff where you do different poses and stuff for health?

[justsomeshrimp]

Thank you.
My name is Lobco, what is yours?

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[spah]

You get any benefit outta that kinda thing?

[do robots need to stretch]

[tekhartha]

It is. Have you ever tried it for yourself?

[tekhartha]

I do! I find that it reinforces my sense of self- that through the repetition of certain actions with a clear and open mind, they serve as a kind of mantra.

It is also good to keep my joints in working order!

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[tekhartha]

I am Zenyatta. One moment.

[There's a small pause, and then suddenly the screen of her communicator is softly illuminated by the light of his jieba. He inclines his head ever so slightly.]

It is a pleasure to meet you, Lobco.

[text un: arima kishou]

[prodigism]

[ He's done it before...mostly for relaxation purposes and for training. But he supposed he could help this robot guy? out a little. ]

I've done it before, if you need some help. I'm not sure which positions you're talking about but...I guess it wouldn't hurt to learn some new ones.

[ He's so unsure about the couple position thing, but if the guy needs help Arima will oblige, he guesses?! There's a small pause before he types something again. ]

Robots do yoga? [ Arima...no. ]

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[torsion]

I do yoga sometimes, but I'll often work with weights.
I also do Tai Chi (although I specialize more in the offensive side of it).

You have a mechanical body, though?
How does that work, if you don't mind me asking?
(That's kind of rude, isn't it? Sorry!)

[justsomeshrimp]

[Zenyatta had mentioned a 'mechanical body' so she's expecting something very different but she's still surprised when she sees him. He's unlike anything she's ever seen or even read of before. Soundwave had told her some of his kind but that's about it. She waits a couple seconds till she composes herself before switching to video as well.]

Likewise, Zenyatta.

[She returns the gesture with a small bow of her own, antennas curling.]

[spah]

Meditation sorta thing. I think I get it.

Didn't know robots need to stretch either. Joint tests and maintenance sure... but not stretching.

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[sleepinglotus]

I do meditation but I've never actually tried yoga. I'd be interested in trying it.

[graftage]

Never have! But now you've got me curious, I guess.

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[getting_better]

I've personally never done it, but some of my colleagues did. Never showed interest in it before, but I suppose giving it a shot wouldn't be bad. That is if you're willing to take a skeptic as a student?

[extalon]

I can vouch for how gentle of a teacher you are. Yoga with you and Mercy is always nice and relaxing.

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[decisiveconquest]

Does "yoga" have anything to do with sex?

[tekhartha]

I was thinking of something along these lines. Perhaps you should take a look before you decide.

[here comes a link to an article with several images, all featuring various stylish and beautiful models in expensive work-out gear. it isn't exactly his way of doing things, but he appreciates the concept.

just as he appreciates curiosity!]

You will find that most robots are capable of doing almost anything that human can!

... except eat, unfortunately.

[tekhartha]

Wonderful! You are welcome to join me for yoga and meditation alike- I find that one quite naturally follows the other.

[tekhartha]

Always, my friend. I cannot promise that I will convert you- it is not for everyone- but I am sure you will at least enjoy our time together, even if you do not return for further sessions.

[tekhartha]

[rip to be honest he can't blame her for asking, given where they are]

Theoretically, no. But I suppose certain positions could be put to other uses, with some imagination.

[tekhartha]

It certainly helps to have such a receptive student. You are a natural. :)

[tekhartha]

Precisely. You should join me and experience it for yourself.

It is not strictly necessary, but I imagine the kind of robots you are used to operate around simple directives and simply power down when their tasks are complete. I would like to believe that I am a somewhat more complicated beast.

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[boobytraps]

The locals here have been more open-minded than many places I've been. What makes you think they're not ready?

[tekhartha]

I do not think that they entirely believe that I am sentient yet. It is not vindictive- I suppose their experiences are somewhat limited. It feels unkind to ask them to entrust me with their bodies quite yet!