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[dusk_and_dawn]

Good day, I am Balder Odinson, brother to Thor and Loki and former King of Asgard.

I have been here but a short time but already I have met those who are not warriors. It seems dangerous to walk these streets unable to defend oneself, so I would be happy to teach any comers the basics. I am a swordsman and can teach hand-to-hand and other forms and weaponry as well as defensive strategies.

For those who can already fight, I invite you to spar with me. I have been fighting the same enemy for too long, and that tends to dull one's abilities.

Comments

[voice]

[falsehoods]

Oh, Balder, worry not about disappointing me and more about these poor mortals you have brought to heel.

Re: [voice]

[dusk_and_dawn]

I am teaching them to be more independent, Loki, not less.

[voice]

[falsehoods]

You are a kind and a god. They will follow all the same.

[His tone indicates some scorn for the mortal races rather than belief in Balder's charisma.]

Re: [voice]

[dusk_and_dawn]

I hope not.

[AND HE MEANS THAT.]

If anyone is looking for a leader, I shall direct them towards Thor. And away from you.

[voice]

[falsehoods]

Why do you presume I would wish to lead?

Re: [voice]

[dusk_and_dawn]

You seem to have so many opinions about the subject.

[voice]

[falsehoods]

Were you to guide these people into the flaming depths of Muspelheim, brother, I'd care not a whit.