Never too young to learn

*Naiche* · 07-24-2021, 10:01 PM

Well, well, someone certainly paid attention during training. Satira hadn’t simply heard his words then forgot them the next day. She apparently had a pretty good memory, even if she wasn’t a morning wolf. Naiche nodded to her both about the sand and then defending herself. Naiche felt an inward smirk at his impatient son’s answer. He knew the boy was just itching to fight. Naiche completely understood it also. He preferred to learn by experience over just listening. Still, this part wouldn’t be overly long. He did bring up a good point also.

Naiche waited till they were both done offering answers, “excellent points.” Naiche pressed a paw into the sand. “The ground as mentored is different, and there is more to it than just how it feels when you are standing on it. Enemies can fight in different ways.” Naiche scooped up a bit of the sand quickly, flinging it away from them. “Someone could try flinging that as a distraction for example. Does the enemy have any friends with them that are hiding?”

“Also important, never go into a fight thinking you are going to lose. I’m not talking about training as it's always good to put the odds against you when learning to be better. I’m talking about a fight to prove something. Whether its defending your life, the pack, or your honor, if there is a reason to fight you don’t acknowledge the idea of losing.” Naiche seemed to consider what he’d said, “but, you shouldn’t need to fight for any of those things this early in life.” He offered the two a toothy fiery grin, “that’s why you learn at this age. To be the best when the fights happen.”

Glancing between the two, “defending yourself is definitely important as you said Satira. I use speed as my main form of defense. I attempt to get a shot in fast and get away fast then go right back in. It means being fast, quick to react, and lots of balance. It’s good when fighting those larger and stronger than you. No reason to give them an advantage in a fight over pure muscle.”

Naiche then glanced to Arc, “and as you mentioned, weaknesses. Those can both be physical and emotional. So not only look for the limps or blindsides but sometimes you’ll find one so hot-headed that you can make them angry enough their attacks lose focus. They shift from skill to just biting whatever is in front of them. They might be more timid and easy to intimidate. Weakness of the body or mind in your enemy can be a great edge.” Naiche hadn't played on anyone's emotions before in a fight but it was a true tactic. They could use it if they wanted but at least needed to know it so they wouldn't have it used on them.

“Alright, you two face each other. Get into your best fighting stance. Think through your plan on how you want to attack the enemy in front of you. That’s not your sister or your brother. The enemy in front of you is a vicious outside threatening the pack.” Naiche lowered his voice for the mood, “Just watch the enemy for a moment and plan your attack. You won’t always get time to study the enemy but always do so when you can. Extra time to spot those weaknesses. Don’t attack yet.” This would be fun. Naiche imagined the two fighting would be the perfect mix of pride as a dad at fighting abilities and cuteness of puppies trying to look tough.

"Naiche"

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Never too young to learn

Tira & Arc

Naiche