nine reconnections ➱ un: h. inaba

[dereban]

This is a pretty simple question that I'm putting out there, since I'd guess there would at least be one person who can help.

[She doesn't like asking for help, not in this place, not in these circumstances, but--]

Who here is familiar with self defense and would be willing to teach me? Naturally, I'd like to propose that it not be done for free, but terms can be discussed in private. I've been taught a little bit of karate from a friend, but she's not here, so I guess the question ends up going to everyone else here.

Although for those who'd rather do anything else besides the inquiry: I'll propose a small text-based game of twenty questions. But it's no fun without stakes, so let's put those on the table. I can deny games, stakes, and any offers at will. It's my post. But I'll leave that open for those who want to take it.

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n.ebalon

[silentabyss]

i can teach you self defense if you want. no magic involved i promise

[dereban]

[She hadn't mentioned her, well, issues with magic, but it's a relief that's typed.

Not that she'll admit to that.]

If you're fine with it.

I'll admit that I'm not the most athletic person in the world, though.

[silentabyss]

you don't have to be the strongest

it's about using physics to your advantage which i know will sound weird coming from someone who nearly failed mathematics but trust me on this

if someone grabs you from behind you can use momentum to flip them. stuff like that.

[dereban]

Physics I can definitely do.

Just tell me where/when you want to meet. And if you want anything in exchange - although you don't have to tell me here.

[silentabyss]

the courtyard would be easiest, close to the dorms. we can meet whenever, i'm free this afternoon

but i dont need payment at all i promise. unless you know how to cook and then we can make it a fair trade?

[dereban]

If you're free, I'll meet you at the courtyard, then.

My cooking skills are unfortunately basic at best. My skills more or less lie more on the technological side of things.

[silentabyss]

yeah i'll lounge around and wait for you outside! and in that case no payment necessary :P see u soon?

[dereban]

On my way, then.

[She keeps it short and sweet and opts to show up -- not in the normal uniform, but in what you'd basically wear for physical education. Shirt, sweatpants. It's easier to move in.]

[silentabyss]

[Noah, too, is dressed down a little bit — a sleeveless shirt and some gym shorts, which if no one knew this kid is absolutely jacked they do now. When he spots her, he waves briefly.]

Hey. Uh... where to start... oh. I guess the first question is, if someone were to grab you from behind, what do you think you'd do first?

[So he can get a baseline of what needs to be taught here.]

[dereban]

[It's been a while since she's been taught by Yui, or even had to use any of the things that she was taught by her for self defense, but...]

That's a tricky question. It would depend on how they're trying to, but the answer is to be able to get into a position where you are facing them. In this particular case, an elbow jab to behind, a headbutt and an attempt to kick at the sensitive areas are fair game. And of course, you want to be able to get your line of sight behind you, without compromising your position to bring back the advantage. If you try looking back in a certain way after all, they might just punch you in the face, which is no good.