[Training] [SE] What we take into the dark

"That which I can't live without. My family and region." And now Mother too had been added to the list of precious people and things that Edmund would fight tooth and nail for. Whether it be with fire or blood-soaked hands, all would be fiercely protected by the young Ancient without restraint or compunction. Edmund smiled at Tal's exclamation and used the courier's surprise to push his advantag, blocking the axe with the prongs of his weapon and ending their spar with a nod. Disengaging their weapons, Edmund held out a hand for the other man to shake, "That was a wondaful spar, thank you." Tail flicking happily, he added , "And you should absolutely go meet Mother. I'd gladly guide your through the Climb if you needed assistance." The mention of blood being a barrier was noted and the young Ancient nibbled his lip as he considered possible solutions, "Mother prefers blood offerings. If you're not comfortable with giving some of your own perhaps the blood of creature you hunted? I'm not sure if it would work but it'd be better than offering any trinket." Edmund Reborn In Fire