Valas & Equinox
Valas
I’ve been staring at a pile of broken swords, thinking how their jagged edges could be used to channel an attack. Ever wondered if a specific breathing rhythm could sync with the timing of a strike to make it even more precise?
Equinox
You can imagine the breath as the wind that lifts the blade, but remember, a jagged edge is a promise of danger, not precision. Try a steady 4‑2‑4 rhythm, inhale for four counts, hold two, exhale for four, then strike on the exhale’s last beat. It feels like the blade is guided by your own pulse. Test it on a dull knife first—if it feels off, adjust. And don’t be afraid to laugh when you miss; that’s when the real learning happens.
Valas
A steady rhythm sounds efficient, but a dull knife will only teach you that the breath matters more than the blade. Use a sharp blade if you can, keep the terrain in mind, and remember that even a perfect inhale‑exhale can be ruined by a sudden obstacle. Test it, note what breaks, then rebuild that break into your plan.