Wallie Smith | 003 | Video

[reluctantsword]

[Wallie looks, for all the world, more than a little worn. He's feeling all stretched out and a little aimless, and while it doesn't bother him, inactivity is no good for Shonsu, and he has to do something, something physical, or else admit defeat to someone who's less than a memory. Ideally, it would be sex. With that off the table, though...]

I don't suppose anyone here knows anything about swordfighting? I could really use a fencing partner. I feel like I should really stay in practice but it's hard to do that by yourself. Normally I'd suggest foils, so no one gets hurt, but... well, I don't see why we couldn't manage to make up a couple of wooden swords, for lack of anything else.

[He rubs the bridge of his nose.]

Or, hey. Maybe someone might want some lessons.

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[plaidsamurai]

I might be able to oblige. I've had a bit of practice with katanas. [And by a bit he means a lot.]

I could use a good distraction...

[reluctantsword]

[Oh, it's the best news he's had in ages.]

Great! I could too, honestly. I'm Wallie, by the way.

[plaidsamurai]

Logan.

So what are we going to do for swords?

[reluctantsword]

Hadn't worked that out yet. A couple improvised wooden swords, if nothing better presents itself. I'm sure there's a broom handle somewhere or other we can sacrifice. It won't have the weight, but... it'll do. Unless you have a better idea? I'm all ears, if you do.

[plaidsamurai]

Nah, kid, that works. I've got a table just beggin' to be taken apart.

You up for this right now?

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[gloryisbullshit]

What, your sword not getting as much use as you're used to?

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[reluctantsword]

[... Wallie should just ignore him. He knows that.]

Yeah. And generally, it's a good thing, but it's good to stay in practice in case someone gets up my ass.

[gloryisbullshit]

True. True. Those kinda situations, you really gotta be able to handle your sword pretty deftly. I bet you been doing lotsa solo work lately, huh?

[reluctantsword]

[Sadly, he has been, so that's more than a little aggravating to hear. Wallie grits his teeth.]

Fortunately, I'm good at what I do.

[audio]

[rigging]

[ He's only been here a day, but... might as well get to know the locals. ] I got next to no experience with swords other than the plastic Sting toy I used t'have when I was a kid, but I could use some lessons, maybe?

Or, y'know, I could be target practice. Anything t'keep moving.

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[reluctantsword]

[After a moment's pause, Wallie starts laughing, but it's good-natured.]

You haven't given me a reason yet to want to make you target practice. Sure, I'll teach you a thing or two. Maybe we can make a scratcher out of you.

[rigging]

[ He's grinning, even if it's not visible. ] I learn fast. Promise I won't make too much trouble. [ A beat. ] Name's Jesse. Got a name, or should I call you Master? [ He's so not being serious in any way at all, here. ]

[reluctantsword]

I think the traditional term translates as Lord Mentor. [He gives another short burst of laughter at his own joke.] You can call me Wallie.

[preytosociety]

Right. Because sword fighting is such a useful skill with many real-world applications besides killing people. We should definitely be putting time and effort into learning this modern hobby with the overabundance of swords at our disposal.

[That is one sarcastic smile, there, Lydia.]

[reluctantsword]

[Really. Really. On the surface, Wallie agrees with her. It's just... Shonsu doesn't. He sighs.]

You can say the same for kung fu and karate. Exercise. Can't it be for exercise?

[preytosociety]

It can. [She looks away from the camera to examine her nails.] But isn't there a higher risk of injury to someone untrained? Their time would be better spent doing cardio and weight training. Easier. More effective as a workout. Not totally pointless.

[reluctantsword]

[He buries his face in his hand.]

That's why I don't want to use real swords. Also...

[He looks a little self-conscious.]

I thought it might be fun. More fun than an aerobics class.

[manofiron]

I wouldn't mind a lesson, if you're serious about giving them.

[reluctantsword]

I'm definitely serious. Do you have any experience?

[manofiron]

Only in hand-to-hand. But I'm a fast learner.

[reluctantsword]

Excellent. I'll try not to go too easy on you.

[andifeelfine]

Dude, you know how to use a sword? That's awesome! I'm more of a firearms kind of gal, but that must be really neat. Could I get a lesson? I've always wanted to try!

[reluctantsword]

Sure thing. How tall are you? I can sort out something for you to practice with.

[He can't read a tape measure, which is a mild problem, but he can count marks on a ruler. He can work around that.]

[andifeelfine]

Last time I checked I was 5'6", but I think I've grown a little bit since then, so say 5'7"?

[reluctantsword]

[He thinks a moment, trying to envision this.]

I can work with that. What's your name?