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Post by Merestil Haye on Apr 14, 2004 9:47:54 GMT -5
In an area secluded even by the standards of Caleria stands an estate not used by a noble family, but by a strange group of people calling themselves the Masters of Ki. They are a small, reserved group whos focus is on using their Ki to harness the energy of the worlds in explosive fashion.
True devotees of this group understand how to focus their Ki through their fists or their weapons to explosive effect. They are stern and self-disciplined in nature, going about their incomprehensible business with qiuet faces and a will to succeed.
They are willing to accept anyone who can undergo their ascetic trainng regime to join them. If you wish to study here you need to persuade one of the leaders to accept you as a student.
Feldar Andrewin is a human male, still looking as if he were the prime of life. He is the overall leader of the group, and holds the title Master of the Dojo. He seldom accepts students now, but is willing to advise the others.
Tyral Gondarsson another human male, holds the title Master of Fists. If you wish to follow the path of unarmed combat, speak to him.
Hagrid Rockcrusher holds the title Master of Swords. An anomaly perhaps since his preferred weapon is the great two-handed axe. He teaches the path of focussing one's Ki through one's preferred weapon.
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Post by Merestil Haye on May 5, 2004 19:57:30 GMT -5
* The two approach the ancient manor. As they near the door it opens and a young man steps into viiew. *
Welcome to the Masters of Ki. How may we help you?
* They both bow. He looks at the boy as they straighten. * Merestil Haye would be grateful if the Master of the Dojo could spare him a few moments of his time.
* The boy bowed, suppressing a smile. * Of course sir. Please wait here.
* He disappeared into the house and reappeared several minutes later. * Please come with me sir.
* He entered the house, motioning Nadira to follow. *
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Post by Merestil Haye on May 5, 2004 20:19:05 GMT -5
* They are shown to a small room, where a youngish looking man is waiting. As they enter he bows. * Greetings, Master Haye. You are welcome here, as always.
* He nodded. * Master Andrewin, it is pleasant to be here once again. I have come to ask a favour of you.
This young lady is seeking to follow your path, and needs training; more than I can provide. I was wondering if you could take on her training.
* Master Andrewin's eyebrows raised. * Personally? I rarely take students now. Tyral handles that now.
* Merestil nodded. * Yes, I would esteem it a personal favour if you would undertake her training yourself. It is not that I do not trust Tyral, but tha I owe her a debt and this is my way of repaying.
*Master Andrewin shakes his head. * Let us see what you are made of, miss?
Nadira
Nadira, and then I will answer.
* The three of them repair to a gymnasium, where Feldar and Nadira spar briefly. Nadira is comprehensively outclassed but does not give up until she is knocked cold, managing to land one lucky blow against Feldar before being ruthlessly knocked out. *
* Master Andrewin nods. * She refused to give up, and earned the rewards of her persistence. I will train her.
* He summons a student, instructs him to treat Nadira's injuries, then accompany her to the Centre to fetch her gear. *
Thank you Feldar. I appreciate this.
* He bows to Master Andrewin, turns and leaves. *
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Post by Xeno Zohar on Jun 4, 2004 15:52:49 GMT -5
>Xeno and Victus make their way into the place and look around.<
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Post by Merestil Haye on Jun 4, 2004 16:03:06 GMT -5
* The small communuity here go about ordered licves, meditating, training in the ways of unarmed combat, neditating to improve their mental prowess and ki. Some focus more on using a blade rather than fighting unarmed, but all have a focussed quality to their activities, mundane or martial. *
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Post by Xeno Zohar on Jun 4, 2004 16:05:13 GMT -5
>Xeno smiles and pets Victus.<
Good work, Victus.
>Xeno and Victus look around for someone who uses an axe, trying not to disturb anyone.<
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Post by Merestil Haye on Jun 4, 2004 16:07:59 GMT -5
* Passing the main dojo, Nadira sees a damiliar form. *
Hello Master Xeno? Can I help you?
* She smiles at Victus and bends to pet him. *
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Post by Xeno Zohar on Jun 4, 2004 16:13:02 GMT -5
* Passing the main dojo, Nadira sees a damiliar form. * Hello Master Xeno? Can I help you? * She smiles at Victus and bends to pet him. * Oh! Hi Nadira! How've you been? I didn't know you were over here.>Victus rolls over and purrs happily as she pets him.< Well, Victus and I are looking for someone who can teach Oskar how to wield that axe of his. I'm not ok with weapons, but not good enough to teach him what he needs to know.
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Post by Merestil Haye on Jun 4, 2004 16:17:41 GMT -5
Oskar? He was your martially-oriented student, wasn't he? If he is at all focussed I am sure Master Rockcrusher would be interested.
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Post by Xeno Zohar on Jun 4, 2004 16:22:22 GMT -5
Oskar? He was your martially-oriented student, wasn't he? If he is at all focussed I am sure Master Rockcrusher would be interested. >Xeno nods.< Yeah, that's him.
Rockcrusher? Oh, thanks! Can you lead me to him?
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Post by Merestil Haye on Jun 4, 2004 16:30:47 GMT -5
Of course. He will just be finishing a class. Follow me.
* She leads the way through the estate, limping slightly on the left foot as she goes. *
Master Rockcrusher will be here.
* A dwarf is strolling around the dojo, looking carefully at a number of people in the dojo, each focussing on a weapon in their hands. Unusually for weapon classes they are not in motion, striking at dummy targets, or each other, but seem to be meditating on the weapon.
The dwarf acknowledges their presence by raising a hand, palm outwards, as he walks.
Nadira speaks softly. * He will not be disturbed now. He is nearly finished though.
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Post by Xeno Zohar on Jun 4, 2004 16:34:49 GMT -5
Of course. He will just be finishing a class. Follow me. * She leads the way through the estate, limping slightly on the left foot as she goes. * Master Rockcrusher will be here. * A dwarf is strolling around the dojo, looking carefully at a number of people in the dojo, each focussing on a weapon in their hands. Unusually for weapon classes they are not in motion, striking at dummy targets, or each other, but seem to be meditating on the weapon. The dwarf acknowledges their presence by raising a hand, palm outwards, as he walks. Nadira speaks softly. * He will not be disturbed now. He is nearly finished though. >Xeno watches the class and speaks very quietly to Nadira, trying not to disturb them.< Ok. Hey, what happened to your leg, Nadira?
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Post by Merestil Haye on Jun 4, 2004 16:46:09 GMT -5
* She replies equally softly. *
I twisted the anke yesterday in practice bout agains my teacher. It will recover soon enough, but for today I am not to exercise.
* There is a trace of disappointment in her voice. *
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Post by Xeno Zohar on Jun 4, 2004 16:52:58 GMT -5
* She replies equally softly. * I twisted the anke yesterday in practice bout agains my teacher. It will recover soon enough, but for today I am not to exercise. * There is a trace of disappointment in her voice. * Ah, ok. Sorry to hear about that, Nadira.>Xeno smiles.< You'll be back on your feet soon enough, though.
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Post by Merestil Haye on Jun 4, 2004 16:58:56 GMT -5
* She smiles briefly. * Thank you Master Xeno. No more than a couple of days, I think. Ah, the session is finishing.
* In the dojo, the dwarf had dismissed the students woith a word, and they all stood, sheathed their weapons and headed to the exit in silence.
The dwarf turned to the door and planted his feet firmly. *
Well, young Nadira? Who be this you bring to my door?
* Nadira bowed. * Master Rockcrusher, may I present Xeno Zohar, presently Senior Instructor at the Haye Centre, for psionics. Master Zohar, this is Hagrid Rockcrusher, Master of the Axe here.
* Hagrid scowled. * Psionic, eh? What brings ye here then boy?
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