Ouroboros Spine symphony of bones

she listened, nodding her head to the words that caught her attention. rodyn was a sizeable man, with much to lose if a challenger approached. surely, another lesson on the basics would serve him well. if the trader was unable to find the upper hand, shikoba knew that he would have to learn how to maneuver himself to allow this. It would hopefully guide him to other victories in his battles, should he ever find himself in one.


"the basics most important," she would say to him, walking so that when she turned, she would fully be facing him, "review is always good." shikoba hoped that she would not come off as patronizing the man, but if he wanted to protect his wife and children, he'd have to allow himself to fully grow into his position as her pupil. 

"first step, good stance." shikoba would show him first, lowering herself a bit to ensure her legs were steady underneath her, as well as tucking her head to protect her windpipe. "rodyn must be able to stand strong first. if not, rodyn falls and is pinned." she widens her legs a bit more, hoping that his eye is closely watching her. "a wide stance keeps you still. rodyn might find this... difficult since taller. makes it even more important." this was perhaps the only perk shikoba had for being on the smaller side. she could run fast, she could hold her ground, but she couldn't come up with as much strength as some. 

she soon relaxes and straightens up, now beckoning for the man to try himself in his posture.