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[seasaltkeys]

[There is context to this, though how much you get might be dependent on how well you know Roxas. But it's been on his mind a lot, especially since last month with it's stormy skies led to him taking a pretty big hit from a harpy. Recovery's been a thing, and it gives you time to think, which maybe isn't the best thing.

Maybe it's just been fair to say that Roxas's confidence has been rocked a little. And maybe he's reached a point where he's ready to ask for help.]

I want to get stronger. How do I do that?

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[forgeabettertomorrow]

It's been a few years since I trained but now I'm wondering if there's someone here who might be able to help.

I know this kid Ranma is freakishly strong. Maybe you can ask him? He's a really strong martial artist. I can't even believe the things I've seen him do.

[seasaltkeys]

Yeah, I'm talking to him! We're friends.

He suggested I start lifting rocks.

[Roxas is. Maybe a little suspicious of that advice. Even if he's going to act on it.]

[forgeabettertomorrow]

He's a good guy. And honestly, if he says to lift rocks, you might wanna try it.

I used to use a weighted hammer in the forge when I was younger. After a couple of months I'd get a bigger one. You'd be surprised how much repetitive motion can build up your strength.

[seasaltkeys]

I mean, I was planning to.

Just feels kinda weird, you know?

But it sounds like the way to go.

[forgeabettertomorrow]

I know it sounds weird but I think you'd be surprised at how effective it could be.

I can show you some of the different motions you could do too. Depending on how you lift, you'd be working out different muscle groups.

[seasaltkeys]

I'd like that...actually.

Otherwise, I think I would do it wrong. If there is a wrong way to do it.

[forgeabettertomorrow]

Trust me there is absolutely a way to do it wrong. You could actually really hurt yourself if you use bad form or overexert yourself.

I'd be happy to show you the things I do.

[seasaltkeys]

Really?

I mean, that would help a lot! I really want this to work!

[forgeabettertomorrow]

Of course! Working out is always better with a friend!

I can show you some of the things that my mentor showed me!

[seasaltkeys]

I'd really like that.

Thank you

[forgeabettertomorrow]

Sure thing! Just shoot me a message on one of these things when you want to meet up! It'll be good for me to go back to some basics myself!

[seasaltkeys]

Sure! I will!

[Once he's more or less healed anyway.]