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[noblegarnet]

[Ferran has had some thoughts about the fallout of the Circle's experiments, and how he wouldn't have been able to do much to help that night even if he hadn't been occupied with something else. He's lucky that neither of his bonds were hurt in any lasting way, but... what about the next time danger shows up? Is he just supposed to cower at home and wait because fairies are a fragile species, especially against the Cwyld? It doesn't feel right to him.]

I'm looking for some suggestions on learning to fight. Long-range, if at all possible. I can't use magic, and none of the powers I have access to can be used offensively.

[He'll get some ideas on that later, but it's not really a weapon, per se.]

I was thinking about archery, but I don't know how easy it would be to pull a bow out in an emergency or anything. Do they have collapsible bows here? [Better not ramble too much on his thoughts, though.]

I'm basically a beginner with any kind of weapon, but I'm willing to put in the work. If anyone has ideas or can point me to somewhere I can learn, I'd appreciate it.

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[darkestbefore]

[ She has to stop and think about that a moment. ]

About a year before I arrived here, so going on two years now, I believe.

I've had an unfortunate amount of opportunities to practice, however.

[noblegarnet]

So you had to get better quickly.

[He's sympathetic. It was kind of the same with him back home, after he acquired his powers.]

Hopefully most of my practice will be willing. It doesn't seem like there's a shortage of people who can protect themselves here, anyway.

[darkestbefore]

Necessity is a powerful motivator, at the very least.

And no, there doesn't seem to be. Still, I'd be happy to pass on what I learned, if that's what you're seeking?

[noblegarnet]

It is that...

I would really appreciate that, thank you. I'm looking into getting a more permanent job soon, but I'll make time for whenever you're free. I figure we all need some time to rest and recover first, though.

[Ferran less so, since he didn't get physically involved—but he'd still like to make sure Yona isn't overdoing it just because he has the energy.]

[darkestbefore]

My schedule is usually fairly open as well, other than the hours I help out at Inkchanted. Would you prefer a morning or an afternoon?

And yes. I... that would be appreciated, thank you.

[ Recovery was still definitely a thing right now. ]

[noblegarnet]

Morning, I think. Just let me know when, no rush.

[Even if he's hated the cold... he can bundle up for the rest of the winter. Who knows how hot it'll get as spring and summer approach...]

Are you using a bow from here, or one from home?

[darkestbefore]

How about two mornings from now, then? I have a place to practice off my little yard, one I share with Caster and Archer. We can start there.

And I have one of each, actually. I'll let you borrow my newer one from here, if you don't have your own yet.

[ The one she'd brought here from home, the one originally given to her by Hak, it was not something she'd part with. ]

[noblegarnet]

That's probably a good idea until I get a better feel for things.

[He wouldn't know where to start on getting his own bow, and he'd like to have some opinions of his own before he makes any decisions.]

I'll be there. Anything I should bring?

[darkestbefore]

Just yourself! I'll be looking forward to it.