exsilium | → text (a little bit forward dated)

[The message today is in text, because she doesn't want anyone to hear how her voice shakes or see how exhausted she is.]

I know there's a lot going on right now, so I'll keep this quick.

Anyone who knew Ellie Linton, she's gone back to her own war, about ten days ago, so if you were worried about not having seen her around, that's why. Sorry for not contacting people privately, it was a little hard to keep up with who all she knew.

[And maybe there's part of her that just didn't want to deal with having the same conversation over and over again.

This is easier.]

For our new arrivals: my name's Steph, welcome to our temporary moon base, feel free to get in touch if there's anything I can help with. This is my tenth month since arriving, so I know a thing or two.

I also wouldn't mind some sparring partners. Or if anyone wants to learn how to fight, I know about twenty different martial arts styles and I'm happy to teach people to defend themselves. Anything to help keep busy.

That's it from me, have a nice day, everyone.

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that was part of it, but i'm also just curious what experience you have in general, so i know what to expect.

I worked as a mercenary in my world for the past ten or so years. When I could not use my weapon or my magic, that is what I had to resort to.

okay, that's defintely something i can work with

i'm fine if you wanna use magic in a spar, as long as you don't set me on fire or anything

No, it would not be fair. And it is just a spar, yes? There is no need for me to use it.

i don't really believe in being fair, but whatever you're comfortable with is fine by me

[she isn't mentioning the fact that a) her magic doesn't work right up here, or b) she's strong enough that there may be a disadvantage. Of course, she also doesn't know that Steph's a superhero]

We shall see what happens then?

sure thing

what day works best for you?

I've no preference, dear. Whenever is good for you.

saturday morning? i think i've got the next couple days all filled up.

That sounds perfect.

i look forward to seeing you then.