The sun had yet to rise, but the sky had started to brighten, marking the dawn. Slightly chilly air still hovered over the second plateau, surrounding the two wooden dummies and the three people who occupied it.
Liam had gotten to the plateau perfectly on time to attend his first mandatory combat lesson, only to find Melissa and the Disciplinary Elder there, and the latter even began to speak without waiting for anyone else.
"We shall start from the beginning and cover every relevant aspect of combat," The Elder announced, his voice as stern as ever. "We'll begin with the most foundational aspects before moving to complex applications."
That prompt announcement told Liam that he and Melissa were the only foundation experts among the inner disciples, but the Elder's voice soon reclaimed his full attention.
"Combat is split into three categories," The Disciplinary Elder declared. "Attack, defense, and footwork."
