WEEK 3

[whimsicalism]

All three deaths last were tragic in their own ways. Was trust so fragile in that castle that a simple misunderstanding could end in blood? It seemed to be the case. The trial proved that without a doubt. Surely no one else would make that mistake again. As another week begins the tea cup elevator has granted access to a new area. Maybe the new amusements of a festival will ease your wounded hearts?

Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday

[It's time for week three! We're almost half-way done with our trip in the castle. Don't forget to submit your memories here and your activity here. Even though, the Queen seems to be a little more steady on her feet you can find her and the other Alice at the audience hall. As always, don't forget to submit your comments for fabulous prizes.]

Comments

thursday more like throwsdown

[battlestations]

[Looks like Numbuh One is at it again in the garden grass, this time with a more sophisticated target than last time - a huge cotton candy bag stuffed with sand is propped up and adorned with some commando armor borrowed from Nigel's chest to make it a little sturdier on impact with weapons... but then it's a little weird if people are beating up a dummy wearing his clothes, so he puts his "I'm not Numbuh 1" shirt over that too.

The actual Numbuh One is there, wearing a heavy green jacket with some makeshift pauldrons on it, and taking practice shots, alternating from his variety of weapons and unarmed fighting moves. He did make this punching bag for Seven, but no reason not to use it himself, right? But he's certainly available to concede a turn at it or have a spar.]

Re: thursday more like throwsdown

[seventhlittlemonster]

[Made it for Seven, huh? Well here he is now and- oh god did he get those brass knuckles from the vending machine- dear lord he's wearing them on both hands]

Alright, I think I've gotten better. [He was. just about ready to test his might.]

[battlestations]

[He definitely wasn't expecting brass knuckles here!]

Huh, looking determined. Did you get those out of the machine?

[seventhlittlemonster]

Yes. I promised myself to never misuse them. But I did hear they make punches better, so... [seven remember the basics of cqc]

[battlestations]

[He decides that it's fair enough reasoning. Nigel nods.]

If it makes you feel more confident in your punch, then it's fine by me. Show me what you've got, Cadet!

[seventhlittlemonster]

Yessir!

[Standing with his legs spread shoulder distance, he brought his right arm back. Right foot forward, he lunged and gave the sandbag a firm, straight punch.]

[battlestations]

[THUD goes the sandbag! Nigel knew putting armor on it was a good idea.]

... [He's actually a little speechless at first. Maybe it's just because he's never taught anyone before, but this is such an improvement after just a week.]

You picked that up really fast! I'm impressed.

[seventhlittlemonster]

Golly, I just tried following your lead. I'm so glad it worked...

[battlestations]

Well, you clearly had the dedication to practice on your own, and I'd say that makes all the difference.

Now that you've straightened your punches, we can try to work on speed. Should probably teach you how to defend against attacks from behind too...

[he's getting into this now. who knew training someone would be fun]

[byzer0]

Not Number One or Zero. [ It's definitely been a week by now, and gremlins don't forget. Talk about numbers take precedence, even if Natsuo's reason for being here should be clear. ]

[battlestations]

I didn't think it would remind anyone of you... oh, is this one of those wordspell specifications of yours?

[It isn't a voodoo doll.... well, not worth arguing about. He nods.]

Regardless, I agree. That won't be involved here anyway, unless you want to warm up first.

[byzer0]

If we were battling properly it would be. [ Maybe in the declaration category, but yes there are more interesting things to do! ]

Warming up doesn't work for me like it does for you, so let's just get started ★. [ Natsuo produces a kitchen knife because it's the best he's got. He's not here to discuss rules but he doesn't immediately hit the ground running, so last chance to corrale this potential disaster. ]