[Good. Efficient, no loss of energy. Not quite what Nethan expected, but only because he hardly ever expects flawless blocks in sparring matches between strangers.
The next step is a short thrust, this one not telegraphed. Even with the blunted sword, Nethan doesn't put enough power behind it to break skin. Just to prod. Painfully. After that one comes another thrust a little higher, then a horizontal slash which would cut through the guard of an unprepared opponent.]
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The next step is a short thrust, this one not telegraphed. Even with the blunted sword, Nethan doesn't put enough power behind it to break skin. Just to prod. Painfully. After that one comes another thrust a little higher, then a horizontal slash which would cut through the guard of an unprepared opponent.]