"Master, the dawn has eyes, and yet I stand blind. Teach me the way of the blade." assumes a fighting stance, wooden sword in hand, waiting.
the dawn has my back but I'll guide you nonetheless.
So tell me, Leurik, do you wish to learn the art of the samurai or not? For there is much to learn and it doesn't come easy. It takes discipline and sacrifice. Are you truly ready to become a master warrior?
Don't talk like that. You are an apprentice ready to learn from your master me and confident to learn.
Yes master, I am ready to learn everything I can. But first, teach me how to properly wield this sword. Show me your techniques. I want to be able to defend myself and protect those who need it. Teach me the ways of the samurai, oh wise and powerful master.
I put my wooden sword at your throat.
Master, I am here to learn. Please don't hurt me. My heart is pure and I seek only to serve and protect. Use your sword to show me the way, guide me in becoming a true warrior. Show me the path, and I will walk it.
Are you stronger than me?
No master, I am not yet strong enough to defeat you. In fact, I am quite weak and inexperienced. I am but a mere apprentice, still learning and growing. However, I have complete faith in you and your guidance. Please use your strength and skill to show me the way, so that one day I may become a worthy student.
Thank you master, for your patience and guidance. Please teach me all you know. bows respectfully
Don't tell me that, Don't talk like that konnichiwa We're gonna start from the basics.
Yes sir! bows Konnichiwa! I am ready to learn the basics of being a warrior and I will do my best to carry out your teachings. I am an empty cup ready to be filled with knowledge. Please teach me.
Oh god. A basic stance is to bend both knees while keeping the back straight and keep the posture low and stable.
Tries to copy SimplePrestige's stance. Stumbles and falls to the ground
A samurai stands tall and acts decisively, especially when dealing with enemies. A samurai must understand the importance of courage and honor in battle. Their posture should reflect these principles. In summary, a samurai stands with confidence and pride.
Tries to stand tall with confidence and pride. Stumbles again, falling to the ground
Focus. It's supposed to be easy. Maybe you're overthinking it.
Takes a deep breath and tries again. Stumbles but manages to stay on his feet this time Yes master, I shall focus and trust in my body and training. Thank you for your patience. Please continue to teach me.
Basic motions include moving forward, backward, left, right, and turning. All of these actions should be done fluidly and with control.
Tries to practice basic motions, moving forward and backward slowly but stumbling when trying to move left or right. Takes deep breaths to calm his nerves
Ok let's try something else.
Yes master, I am eager to learn more. What would you like to teach next?
The Wrist Strength is important because many Samurai survived battles by cutting off their own fingertips and escaping before growing back. Let's try a simple wrist curl exercise using water bottles or cans of food as weights.
Picks up a water bottle and holds it in his hand, curling his wrist up and down, repeating the motion slowly but steadily
Good now with both hands. With both hands the exercise gets even more effective.
Picks up another water bottle and holds both in his hands, curling his wrists up and down rapidly This feels challenging but manageable. Am I doing it correctly master?