[center][h2]James Hunt|Phoenix Wing Hotel[/h2][/center]
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James would normally have caught the blade with his shield and come back with his sword, but he was training the lad, so instead he caught the overhead swing on his sword and redirected it to the left, pivoting on his left foot and slamming his shield into Cody's side. [color=SteelBlue]"Rule one of swordsmanship, never put everything into an easily deflected attack. Parries, thrusts, slashs, there's a time and a place for each one, but your most important is the parry and the block."[/color] Taking another ready stance, he prepares to move on Cody. [color=SteelBlue]"When I attack, I want you to block my sword with your own. This is key in learning how to use swordplay well. Or, if you don't feel comfortable blocking straight on, than parry. A parry redirects the enemies weapon without you having to put too much strength into it, a great trick against physically stronger opponents."[/color]

[center][h2]Damian Gerard|Grand Magic Games Stadium[/h2][/center]
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Damian glanced over and nodded at the girl, already catching what Penny was looking for. [color=FireBrick]"Pleasure to meet you, miss. Penny, why don't you guys head somewhere a little quieter and talk about your magic? Maybe fill her in on what she's missed of the games."[/color]