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Sender: Alphen
To: Everyone


Hey there! You can just call me Alphen. I've already encountered many warriors and seasoned soldiers. We have strong fighters here.

I'm interested in seeing weaponry or combat gear. There are some really neat swords with intriguing designs. Still, I know that a weapon can be lethal all the same. So I've been meaning to ask a question as well.

For what reason would you fight?

I fight to protect my friends. I want to use my strength for the right reasons.

Granted, all I know how to do is wield a sword. I'd be more than glad to put those skills to use. I'm willing to spar and exchange combat moves with someone. Maybe we can learn with one another. I can't exactly let my blade rust when seriously powerful beasts could attack at any moment. 

Comments

Sender: Law

[zephyrean]

Have you ever tried using another weapon, Alphen? I bet a guy like you could be pretty handy with an axe or a lance! You just have to be like BAM and K-SHAW and FWIP with it. [Yes, he actually wrote out those sound effects.]

Oh or I could show you how to fight with your whole body, just like Dad taught me! Don't need to worry about weapons when you are a weapon!

Sender: Madhuri

[songbird_slayer]

I typically fight to survive. But lately I've gained friends to fight for and protect, myself.

I'm typically more of a hammer or axe girl, but I can trade blows with a swordboy.

sender: Shu☆zo

[galacticstar]

I don't use a regular weapon, just my guitar! The power of music can beat dark monsters!

Sender: Jiang Cheng

[legbreakings]

I fight to protect my sect and my family, and because it is my duty as a cultivator of Yunmeng Jiang. We are trained to fight dangers the common folk don't stand a chance against, thus it is our duty to do so.

I use the sword and whip.

Sender: Diluc

[disdelusioned]

[Diluc hasn't seen or spoken with Alphen since their partnership in the dreamscape not long after he arrived. It's good to see that the other man is doing well.]

I fight the darkness so that no one else has to.

Anon

[voidbug]

That is a good question.

For a time I used to only fight to stay alive.

[And maybe it has changed by now??]

Sender: Rokurou

[rokubro]

You already know my reason—I fight because I like to and I want to keep getting stronger.

But curious, have you tried dual wielding?

Sender: Eustace

[flamekthunder]

For peace and quiet.

[His often quoted answer, though it's a little more complex now in what he means by "peace and quiet."]

I'm well versed with the blade, but my preferred weapon is the gun.

Sender: Dohalim

[menancia]

I hope you will find sparring partners who suit your needs here, Alphen. If I am ever able to provide assistance in that area, you know I am always willing to train, though our styles are quite different.

Have you been shown any particularly interesting weapons as of yet? I know how very deep an appreciation you have for such things.

Sender: Asura

[abyssbound]

I fight for the sake of those who can't, and to tear down those who can do the same but won't.

sender: Thoma

[burnbrighter]

I just want to be able to protect others. So many people have done so much for me and I try to pay that back however I can, including in battle.

Sender: Nier

[heseesonlyher]

I've always fought to protect those close to me. My family.

[.]

Sender: Mirai

[fatedmahou]

I also fight to protect the people I care about.

[Or rather anyone still alive.]