Training Blades (Pravis Sharman)

[Nyos Val]

Nyos was working his blade through a cleaning wash. He was in the training room of the Protectorate Barracks. He went to the training mat and began a few techniques of combat that resembled Jedi Forms Soresu, Ataru, Djem So, and Fast Style. He learned a few moves from the Jedi in the Protectorate as he served.

Nyos had been assigned a student and waited for him as he practiced.

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[Pravis Sharman]

Pravis was enjoying himself in the past couple of days. He had just finished learning the tactics of the Protectorate the other day with Noah Corek, and here he was, being trade in blade-work under a cyborg! When he first heard that a cyborg was teaching him, the Kaleesh's mind went back to General Greivous, the infamous Kaleesh who was manipulated into being a mechanical beast. Pravis shuddered, but shook it off as he entered the training room.

Before seeing [member=Nyos Val], he spoke out to the room. " Is this the right place? "

 

[Nyos Val]

Nyos was performing a combination attack on a training dummy when he heard a voice calling out. He finished his move and bisected the dummy with ease. He left the blade embedded in the ground and walked over to grab a towel. His scared body and battle-scorched limbs depicted his experience and history.

Aye, you must be the one I was told about. I am 2nd Lt Nyos Val. Medical Officer and owner of InVal Cybernetics. I will be training you in bladed combat.

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[Pravis Sharman]

Pravis was...surprised by his trainers appearance. He definitely had seen some battles, as the wounds and scars clearly showed that. The Kaleesh watched him finish his speedy and intricate move, nodding in respect. However, he didn't expect the man to be so formal.

' Eh, what can you do, I guess war does strange things to people.' He thought to himself, as he answered [member="Nyos Val"]. " Where'd you learn that move? I'm Pravis Sharman. " The soldier said, extending his hand for a handshake.

 

[Nyos Val]

Nyos met Pravis' handshake and let a little strength show from his cybernetic arm.

"Pravis? Pleased to make your acquaintance... I was originally trained by a Jedi by the name of Jorus Merrill. He taught me a few techniques from the light saber forms... Now why have you come to me to train? I understand why, but what are your personal reasons?"

[member="Pravis Sharman"]

 

[Pravis Sharman]

The Kaleesh questioningly tilted his head, as he was a little off-put by the question. ' Why? Why, well perhaps because I want to become a skilled soldier! ' Pravis thought to himself, but he shrugged it off. " I want to help people, and becoming more and more skilled helps. So, when do we start? " He replied, eager to start training in his bladework.

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[Nyos Val]

Good answer. Now if you would please, Nyos gestured over to the training mat.

Nyos grabbed his sword out of the ground, swung it around in a few quick motions, then sheathed it on his back. Alright, first thing, we are going to go over movements, but not with a blade. You must first learn that your blade is nothing more than an extra long appendage. Train your body to know the movements, then your body will do the work for you.

Nyos took a stance with his arms out front, 45 degrees on his elbows and his hands flat like knives, his feet we staggered, dominant forward. He then stepped with his off foot and quickly brought his right hand up then down like a vertical chop. He then moved his right hand up and to the right so quick the air made a light whipping sound.

Move like you are the one cutting, believe that every strike is you making contact with the opponent. And most important. Keep Your Eyes Open. Take in everything, notice the movement of the wind, the trees and of your opponent.

Your greatest weapon is your instinct. Trust it, live by it and use it. Allow your body to feel out your opponents movements, Nyos spun into his right arm then brought it down from left to right, then thrust his hand out, stepping with the strike.
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