oo1 - Apologies.

[tashigi]

I'm very sorry I haven't been around much... I've been trying to catch up on some things. Such as my training and attempting to try and get through the paperwork and research done on the island we're on... I apologize to anyone who's been affected by my absence.

However, if need be, I'm still willing to train anyone who's interested in learning how to handle a sword, I hear there may be some meitous on this island, so if anyone would like to join me for a while looking for them, they are welcome.

... I believe that is all.

Comments

[ishikawa-juusan.livejournal.com]

So you also wield a katana...

I don't believe we have ever met. My name is Ishikawa Goemon; I am interested to know what techniques you teach others.

[swordsofjustice.livejournal.com]

A-ah!

Yes, I do. My name is Tashigi, that is all I wish to say as of right now, but.

I have no ... real "techniques" that you'll find in a Dojo. I am completely self taught...

But, I am interested in what ones you are trained in if any?

[ishikawa-juusan.livejournal.com]

Mn.

I have been schooled in a style founded by a man by the name of Hayashizaki Jinsuke Shigenobu; it is the fierce, poetic art of iaido.

[swordsofjustice.livejournal.com]

O-oh? I ... apologize, I've never heard of him...

[ishikawa-juusan.livejournal.com]

...He lived long ago, and little is known of him. But, it is through his technique, slashing almost simultaneously with the act of drawing the blade, that he was able to defeat an opponent with a sword three times longer than his own.

[swordsofjustice.livejournal.com]

... Hm.

That is interesting.

Perhaps I will try my blade against yours... May I ask which ship you are aboard Goemon-san?

[ishikawa-juusan.livejournal.com]

There is none.

I am not traveling with company.

[swordsofjustice.livejournal.com]

... Hm.

Which... island are you on?

[ishikawa-juusan.livejournal.com]

I am on Birabuto. As to where this island is located in relation to the whole of Grand Line, I am uncertain.

But, I cannot yet accept this challenge. ;as of the last few days, I have been preoccupied with... business.

[swordsofjustice.livejournal.com]

I see.

Perhaps after you're finished with your 'business'?

[ishikawa-juusan.livejournal.com]

So be it.