 "Fight 'Til You're Blue In The Face!"
The Canopy Training Arena is located on the Petal of Adamant Devotion, next to the dorm rooms. The arena is a large rectangle split into four chunks and separated by worn paths. Everything is open to the elements except for the rest area, where one may find water and light snacks such as nuts or dried fruit. A Medic also resides in the rest area and lives in the medic's room.
The Canopy Training Arena was built after the Djed Storm of 512 AV. The city did not have enough citizens trained in combat and they sent for others. This agreement of exchanging individuals for training in what the city specializes in, helped The Spires maintain good relations with others.
In the corner closest to the dorm rooms, one may practice unarmed combat. There are multiple categories of hand to hand fighting, and here you may learn blind fighting, wrestling, boxing, and even brawling. There are dummies in one corner, in case an individual wants to practice on their own.
To the right is the weapon practice. One may find at least two of everything ranging from short swords to double bladed axes. There are specific weapons for the races. Jamoura have clubs, Bo Staves, Bolas and Tonfas. The Konti have Suvai and the Akalak have daggers. The Overseer has a Lakan which he rarely allows others to use unless they prove worthy. The Icewatch Bears have the ability to use spears and javelins.
When coming into the training for the first time, an Akalak will be tested weapon-wise for knowledge, physical physique, and weapon specialization. There are dummies next to the weaponry room and bulls-eyes on the opposite side. There should never be shooting toward other arenas. If anyone is found doing so, they risk an immediate intervention by the Hahk'Shatara.
Below the weapon practice arena is the area dedicated to learning the fighting techniques of other races. The three races who occupy the training area, though mainly Akalak, will teach the other two their fighting techniques. The Icewatch Bears will learn in both human and Kelvic forms.
To the left, across another path, is an Akalak only fighting area. This arena is dedicated to learning how to use both the light and dark side for fighting. The trainers have made peace with both sides of their personality and are highly trained. They may be harsh, verbally or physically, in attempt to cause the dark side to emerge. In other cases, they will be easy going or coaxing in an attempt to cause the dark side to emerge.
To "graduate" from the training center, one must have learned at least three weapon skills.
Verand
 Name: Verand/Rhob Race: Akalak DoB: 226 AV PoB: Riverfall Title: Deacon Skills: Unarmed Combat 78, Bo Staff 75, Teaching 65, Meditation 62, Reminiscence 45 Gnosis: Evantia, Rank 2 Verand is tall, statuesque even for an Akalak, at almost 7'4". He's perhaps not as broad shouldered as many of his brethren, and his dark green skin would have once stood out among the ranks of mostly blue were he to still live in Riverfall. Over a century and a half ago, Rhob found himself on the Cerulean watch list, at risk of finding himself branded and removed from much of normal Akalak society. While at the time, he wasn't particularly ashamed of the situation, he found himself longing for balance. He also felt the need to travel, considering some of the struggles between his brothers the result of a restlessness within the beautiful confines of his home. So, he took his training and his staff and left his family and his status. He wandered north, across the Suvan Sea, unsure of what he was seeking. He enjoyed the new faces and the strange places. Somehow, he staggered into The Spires, braving the dangers as any Akalak would. Over his journey, he found his devotion to Wysar strengthened through renewed discipline, and a more peaceful sense of stability between the two brothers began to develop. Verand found a voice in the trees, and over the years, through friendship and training with the Jamoura, the brothers found a balance between themselves. Meditation became an enjoyable experience, and in his gratitude for their immeasurable patience, Rhob began to train those who wanted to learn in unarmed combat and the bo staff. Given the gift of mental discipline, he gave back the gift of physical discipline, and both races have deemed it a fair exchange ever since. The Jamoura also took the time to allow him to dig deeper into his two Chavi through Reminiscence, giving him a perspective on why one personality had once threatened to completely dominate the other while examining their respective pasts. This unique access has made him feel even more competent in finding balance, giving the two brothers almost an aura of peace regardless of which of them acts at a time. It's truly inspiring, though both Verand and Rhob have yet to find themselves at all motivated to return to Riverfall. They've grown to love The Spires and see it as their true home. Verand is still the quieter of the two brothers, though he is quicker to smile when he is allowed his dominance. Rhob always has something to say, but is stern and often heavy handed, intolerant of laziness and mistakes. The two of them take turns in the teaching process, finding their personalities suit different situations and different student needs. *Credit to Sojourn KishaSi
 Name: Kisha'Si Race: Konti DoB: 400 AV PoB: MuraTitle: Overseer Skills: Weapon: Suvai 67, Weapon: Long Sword 56, Unarmed Combat 78, Wrestling 76, Blind Fighting 87 [Note] Kisha'Si's Konti Gift is creating pictures in her mind based on the vibrations around her. The "pictures" are black and white and appear in a rapid sequence. This can be ignored at times and does not control Kisha'Si's life. The gift helps in combat situations.[/indent] Born in Mura, Kisha'Si was allowed to explore her interests at a young age. Her love of adrenaline found her training with the Suvai and learning how to use her body to the advantage, muscular style. When the Spires called for help, Kisha'Si found there was a feeling of being called. This had not happened before, but she felt she belonged in the Spires. With this in mind, she set off for the city of Jamoura and fog. Kisha'Si believes everyone has the ability to train their body and she can help them. When instructing, she tends to push an individual to their outer limits. There are no qualms about causing bruises or bleeding, even if she does feel guilt. Whining about an order often has disastrous consequences, causing the Konti to easily lose her temper. She has not discovered herself sexually, but there are rumors that she is involved with Verand. No one has been able to prove anything, as the pair practically ignore each other. Shorp
 Name: Shorp Race: Jamoura DoB: 172 AV PoB: The Spires Title: Overseer Skills: Weapon: Club 56, Weapon: Tonfas 65, Unarmed Combat 78, Wilderness Survival 76, Boxing 85 Shorp is an imposing person. It is not his height, a mere seven and half feet, or his weight, bordering five hundred pounds, but the way he holds himself: proud and stoic. Serious eyes are dark with temper and wise with years. Some would call Shorp cocky or overly confident, but he knows his limitations. Patient, as he believes hard work truly pays off, Shorp is a kind teacher. He is not above knocking someone unconscious if they make a stupid mistake, however. His fists are deadly tools and should be approached with caution. Shorp does not truly wish to cause harm to someone else, but he has no qualms about maker them a stronger person. Kiana
 Name: Kiana Race: Kelvic; Dire Polar Bear DoB: 509 AV PoB: AvanthalTitle: Skills: Weapon: Spear, Two Headed 65, Weapon: Javelin 56, Weapon: Wrist Blades 45, Wrestling 89, Teaching 54 Kiana was born in Avanthal and is a Dire Polar Bear. Already on the path for becoming an Icewatch member, Kiana began to perfect her skills at a young age. She seemed fixated on weapons and combat, excelling in the dangerous fields. At a year and a half old, she bonded with a Vantha and the pair became inseparable. When The Spires reached out for help in training their citizens and regaining the city, Kiana was one of the first to step up. Kiana is an overly confident person. She knows her body well and trusts her instincts. Laughter is a wonderful asset and Kiana lacks it, being a serious individual. Physically and mentally fit, the Kelvic can lift an Akalak with some ease. Her career is her life and Kiana expects nothing less of those she instructs. Patience is a virtue she is filled to the rim with, but she has very little for those who do not take weaponry or wrestling seriously.
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*Full Credit goes to Lixue
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by Creeper on July 22nd, 2012, 1:09 am 
