Guns don't have many pacifist applications, neither. [Saturday's observation isn't intended to sting, just point that out] You can pick when you pull a blade, just like with a gun. Same rules, even. Keep it sheathed unless you're okay with killing whoever you draw on; it's not a toy or a prop for someone's big swinging dick, you know?

[She's certain he does, because his first move with the gun was to make sure she knew]

People forget that, in places where they're outta fashion. But a sword is a tool for killing, an' if you're gonna learn one seriously, treat it exactly the way you would a gun. Same respect.

Anyway. Grab the falchion an' take your stance. We'll start with that, an' your grip.