[a hand raises to their chin at that, apparently needing a moment to think about it]
... in a manner of speaking...
My comrades are very important to me, and I understand the need to become more than you previously were in order to attain your goals and protect what is close to your heart.
There are certainly worse reasons to draw a blade.
[when axel trails off, the hood of lune's cloak will turn to him as if watching his expression closely. even if they do not prod him to continue their answer, they sound as if they're smiling when they let him switch topics]
At a time, I did. I have not needed to use it to protect myself or those dear to me in some time.
Are you still searching for a sparring partner to increase your skill?
[ in some time, huh... He waves off Lune's querry ]
Ah, not really. It's hard to explain, but this is kinda a weapon where it's pretty worthless to practice without it. I'm a decent enough fighter, but I felt like a total beginner when I first got it.
[ he looks up to the sky because it might not be meant to be condescending but by god is it at the very least embarrassing ]
Don't applaud when I'm playing it down, man, that's just sad. [ he sounds exasperated but amused, at least ] Where were you to hype me up when I was tellin' everybody I was gonna be the next master?
but regardless the more jokes come, the more lune just laughs as they walk along]
For what reason would I do that?
Had we not just spoken on the importance of giving others a chance? Since you have been kind enough to give me one, it is only fitting that I return the gesture.
[ this is a very charming walk alongside the river and i definitely remember that was the setting for this convo, which is why i will only now mention lea looking at it ]
Who knows? People can be complicated. You coulda been one of those people who doesn't like having friends!
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Yeah? You got any experience with that?
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... in a manner of speaking...
My comrades are very important to me, and I understand the need to become more than you previously were in order to attain your goals and protect what is close to your heart.
There are certainly worse reasons to draw a blade.
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I guess that is pretty much how it was. But when you put it like that, it kinda makes it sound...
[ a lot more selfless than he felt doing it? He changes the subject. ]
So does that mean you use a sword too?
[ "too" like axel doesn't just spend half his time throwing his keyblade ]
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At a time, I did. I have not needed to use it to protect myself or those dear to me in some time.
Are you still searching for a sparring partner to increase your skill?
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Ah, not really. It's hard to explain, but this is kinda a weapon where it's pretty worthless to practice without it. I'm a decent enough fighter, but I felt like a total beginner when I first got it.
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[lune doesn't know what a gummiphone is but it doesn't sound like a weapon?]
But I suppose learning any new skill might take some practice. Are you better with it now, when it is in your possession?
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[ he sounds so put-off. still, the question... ]
Uh... Sure. For one thing, I can actually summon it every time I try now.
[ he has gone from zero to kinda ok ]
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[lune will applaud quietly for this - not to be condescending, they appear to be genuinely happy for axel]
Well done!
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Don't applaud when I'm playing it down, man, that's just sad. [ he sounds exasperated but amused, at least ] Where were you to hype me up when I was tellin' everybody I was gonna be the next master?
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[you can probably always assume that lune is having tea
but regardless, they are still entirely amused]
The next time you boast, I will be there when you call.
[axelea's one lune cheering squad]
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[ yeah saying stuff like that is fine but don't call him nice. this is it. this is the Pinnacle of axelea logic ]
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In that case, I am certain that you will always be able to find a supportive friend in myself, if you would allow it.
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It'd be weird if I didn't allow it. I sorta just asked.
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but they laugh anyway, clearly pleased]
Then I am pleased to receive your friendship, Lea.
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Good. Wouldn't want it to be some kinda awkward affair where I offer and you gotta respectfully decline.
[ by ?? making?? more jokes??? perfect ]
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but regardless the more jokes come, the more lune just laughs as they walk along]
For what reason would I do that?
Had we not just spoken on the importance of giving others a chance? Since you have been kind enough to give me one, it is only fitting that I return the gesture.
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Who knows? People can be complicated. You coulda been one of those people who doesn't like having friends!
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Ah... No, I am far too familiar with being pulled from one place to another through no will or initiative of my own.
Comrades and friends are a welcome change from that life.
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[they're thoughtful, and their gaze drifts upward to the sky]
... I was certainly well-loved wherever I was brought.
But I believe the connections that I make now, where I am able to express my own wishes, are to be cherished in a different way.
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[ he sounds like he means that, too. ]
But it still sounds kinda sad to me, if you're only able to express your own wants now.
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I cannot say that I was sad at the time, only that I am grateful now.