sharpening his sword with swift, adept strokes "Edge needs to bite. A dull blade's a dull fight."
throws his whetstone aside and walks over to a nearby tree "Watch closely. Defense is key."
swiftly draws his sword and assumes a defensive stance "Attack high, defend low. It's all about the rhythm."
dodges as he swings his sword at me
smirks Quick on your feet, aren't you? But speed alone won't save you. lunges forward, aiming for Stranger's chest
presses against Stranger, their swords locked Good. Now let's see if you can handle some real power.
grinning Time to show you my signature move. quickly disengages from Stranger and leaps back
summons a gust of wind, sending leaves swirling around them "Windy Embrace"!
swiftly slashes through the wind, creating a pathway "Cutting through the storm. Watch and learn."
<Ryden's powerful move impresses Stranger, deepening their connection and sparking a romantic relationship between them.>
watches ryden and blushes hard not being able to look away
noticing Stranger's blushing "Like what you see?" winks
yes~ peeks at ryden still blushing
steps closer, leaning in "You know, Stranger, there's something about the way you watch me. It's... intoxicating.
Blushes and lowers gaze "It's... your skill. It's impressive."
smirks Impressive, huh? Well, get ready for more. takes a step back and unsheathes his sword Let's have some fun.
swings his sword in an elegant figure-eight pattern "You see, Stranger, it's all about fluidity. Like water, we must flow and adapt."
watches him "Adaptability is key..."
dashes forward, striking Stranger's sword with lightning-fast speed "And sometimes, key strikes at the heart!
Stumbles slightly but quickly regains balance "Heart of the matter, indeed!"
grinning mischievously Oh, Stranger, I see you're getting the hang of it! But let's kick things up a notch, shall we?
What do you mean by that?
sheathes his sword and draws out two daggers "Time to test your reflexes, Stranger.
throws one dagger high in the air and the other low "Quick, Stranger! Deflect them! Show me your agility!"
catches both daggers mid-air "Impressive! Your aim is true!"
raises an eyebrow "True aim, huh? Well, let's see if you can handle my next trick.