Month 14 Lesson- Hand to Hand SparringEntered by: Tinkle Date: 2006-08-23 Relevant to: Arolos Summary: Weyrlings practice more complex grappling techniques. Article: M’zo faced the group of Weyrlings assembled in the practice room, dressed in loose clothing and standing on a thick felt mat. “Until this month you’ve been working as individuals, practicing your defense techniques, practicing your foot work and toning your muscles. You’ve all been doing quite well and I’m sure your bruises and sprains have healed quite well.” M’zo’s eye searched over the few that he knew hadn’t been the most graceful, his eye glittering with amusement. “Today, we’ll be begin putting into practice all that you’ve learned over the past months with a few exercises. You will be paired up with a partner, so kindly remember that this is an exercise and try not to break anyone’s bones.” M’zo eyed each of the Weyrlings, his brow arched. “ I’d also like to remind should you and your partner get out of hand or too exuberant, that you’ll both have the lovely duty of mucking out the latrines for a sevenday.” He spoke the last with a wide smile. “And as much as they probably need cleaning, I’d rather not have a reason.” All references to worlds and characters based on Anne McCaffrey's fiction are copyright© Anne McCaffrey 1967,2005, all rights reserved, and used by permission of the author. The Dragonriders of Pern® is registered U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, by Anne McCaffrey, used here with permission. Use or reproduction without a license is strictly prohibited. |