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Post by Midnight on May 25, 2006 12:23:54 GMT -5
Joseph strolled onto the training grounds in his usual gunmage suit. in his left hand he carried three 1 pound(as in currency) coins which he'd traded a silver bullet for earlier. What that student would have needed a silver bullet for, he didn't know. Shrugging at the thought, the gunmage made his way towards a wide open area overlooking some woods.
He prefered not to perform this accuracy training near the fireing range since it would only attract attention, and he didn't feel like being pressured to give away any gunmage secrets. So, drawing his revolver in his right hand he charged the three coins with a little energy so they'd fly high. Joseph took a wind up, then toss the 3 quib into the air at a high angle. In this way the coins would dor more falling than flying.
As the coins twinkled in the air Midnight turned his weapon on them, feeling the natural tension in his muscles as he charged the rounds with his energy. He pulled the trigger three times and nailed each coin which sent them tumbling in a different direction. Joseph quickly adjusted then shot off another trio of shots. The coins flew higher this time.
The gunmage had done so purposfully since he focused a sufficient chunk of his energy down his arm and into the empty chambers of his revolver. Casting replenish he took minerals from the ground around him and in a split second construted new ammuniton, to which he fired three more shots. In this manner Joseph Midnight carried out the long taught accuracy/stamina drill taught among the gunmages. During the years of the Second World War it had come to be known as the Three Coin Blitzkreig.
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Post by jyo on May 25, 2006 12:28:56 GMT -5
A clapping could be heard from a spot slightly out of sight. Jyo had been resting nearby after some training. He saw the person with the gun and though Jyo was a notable marksman himself this person showed devotion to the weapon's focus. Jyo stood up and walked over to the guy.
"I must say I am impressed. I know I can make those shots myself but you clearly have skill with that kind of weapon I don't posess myself." He said pleasently and when he reached the other person he hel out his left hand.
"My names Jyo. You look like you're fairly new. Either that or I just have never seen you around." He said with a smile.
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Post by Midnight on May 25, 2006 12:40:50 GMT -5
Joseph herad someone walk up and address him. The gunmage spared the person a flicker of the eyes which cause the left pound to drop a little too low for his taste. Bang-ban-bang. "Nice to meet you, I'm Joseph Midnight," bang-bang- bang-swoosh "You'll have to excuse me for not shaking your hand Jyo, kind preoccupied at the moment." bang-bang-bang "You're right though, I'm new alright." bang-bang-bang-swoosh "As for my skills and dedication...it comes with being trained a gunmage." bang-bang-bang. The entire time Joseph's voice carried a casual tone, as though he were speaking to the other student over a drink.
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Post by jyo on May 25, 2006 12:46:25 GMT -5
Jyo retracted his hand and continued watching the gunemage named Joseph work his magic. he stayed quite for a moment and then pulled out his own glock.
"Do you mind if I give it a shot? I'm not at your own level. But I'm nothing to sneer at with this thing." He said pleasently.
Jyo had only tried this type of training a few times. He usually did good But that didn't mean much.
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Post by Midnight on May 25, 2006 13:23:33 GMT -5
Bang-bang-bang-swoosh. Joseph spared another quick glance at the student. He had to add extra energy for the middle coin this time. Why not, it wasn't a bad idea to see how other marskman at the school performed and besides...he was the only other person around. Not like he was a group of young pups with gun begging for tutoring. "Alright, hold up your weapon and I'll drop on three," bang-bang-bang "...one," band-bang-bang-swoosh "...two," bang-bang-bang "...three" the gunmage held bakc the hammer of his revolver and dropped his aim.
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Post by jyo on May 25, 2006 13:34:21 GMT -5
Jyo whipped the weapon and fired his shots one the word of three. When his arm shot out to aim it didn't waver one bit. Each shot hit perfectly and while he showed great marsmanship and form. it was obvius he had to concentrate much more than Joseph had to.
He fired until he ran out of ammo and then during the last shots he spoke.
"Okay it needs to go back to you. I'm almost out. here are the last three shots." He said
lam-Blam_Blam. On the last shot Jyo moved to let Joseph resume.
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Post by Midnight on May 25, 2006 13:50:43 GMT -5
Joseph smiled and glanced up at the coins a they fell. He waited until they her at a much lower angle then fired off the three waiting shots in his revolver. Each round hit it's target on the side, sending the 3 quib flying off into the distance. Holstering his weapon and giving a congratualatory pat he turned towards Jyo. "Not bad. You a spell warrior, or mabye a red mage?" he asked crossing his arms under his chest.
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Post by jyo on May 25, 2006 13:54:47 GMT -5
Jyo smiled.
"Battle-mage. The gun is practical. but I'd rather use the elements or my own personal favorite." he said unsheathing his weapon. The cryo-tempered longsword.
"Virtually unbreakable. Almost never able to be dulled. I like a clean fair up close fight. thegun is because I'm not stupid." He said.
"Your weapon looks interesting. it's clear you take excelletn care for it."
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Post by Midnight on May 25, 2006 13:59:51 GMT -5
Joseph smiled as he peered down at the revolver in it's holster. "What this little guy? It's like my little brother, I have to take care of it. I mean what's a gunmage without his bonded gun." he replied giving the weapon another pat. The emblem on his back felt warm in response. Looking back up at Jyo he grunted in amusment. "I must admit I'm surprised. You're the first person I've met without a familiar."
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Post by jyo on May 25, 2006 15:02:39 GMT -5
Jyo chuckled as flames licked his body seemingly from withing.
"Oh I have what you would call a familiar. He's just not very social. but you can meet him I guess." Jyo said as the flames jumped from his body and converged in one spot to form the body of a very large very solid fire-wolf.
Ember ws tall enough that on all fourse he ould look Jyo in the yes. No mean feat as Jyo was 6'2.
"This is Ember. my summon." Jyo said.
"Salutations." Said a voice in Joseph's head.
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Post by Midnight on May 25, 2006 16:28:14 GMT -5
The emblem on Joseph's back suddenly itched. This creature made his revolver nervous. He calmed it by stroking the weapon's handle. "Eheh, hello there. Well I suppose everyone here has some little helper then. Though it looks like some aren't so little." the gunmage commented, scratching the back of his head.
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Post by jyo on May 25, 2006 23:02:55 GMT -5
Jyo chuckled.
"Ember's my closest non-human friend really." He said giving the large wolf a scratch behind the ears.
"I am surprised he talked to you. He's only spoken to few. Mabey he's opening up a bit. He's never been shy but he also hasn't been fond of humans." Jyo said
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