RainThey are all fit and strong, which is not surprising. Young and old, male and female, every one of them looks like they stepped straight out of an Astra Militarum propaganda poster.
RainTheir movements and stances look peculiar. Then you realise — there is simply no flat terrain anywhere on the planet. Even the massive roots are covered in lumpy bark. The Merovians' odd gait and slightly stooped posture are products of their constant effort to maintain their balance.
YOU[Look closely at the training soldiers]
YOU"Do you have a spare target? I would like to learn shooting from you."
Drill Sergeant Dankosh"What? Y-you... you wish to join us? But of course, Lord Captain! You do us a great honour! You lot, clear out! Make room for His/Her Lordship/Ladyship!"
YOU"Carry on with your drills. I'll leave you to it."
Drill Sergeant Dankosh"It is an honour to meet with you personally, Lord Captain!"
RainWhen you leave the shooting range, your departure is accompanied by respectful nods, shouts, and even friendly pats on the shoulder. It seems you have won over some of the Merovians.
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RainAs you leave the shooting range, you feel arrogant stares burning into your back.
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RainThey are all fit and strong, which is not surprising. Young and old, male and female, every one of them looks like they stepped straight out of an Astra Militarum propaganda poster.
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YOU"Carry on with your drills. I'll leave you to it."continues where this line first appears above
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RainEncouraged by your attention, Dankosh launches into a thorough explanation of shooting in Zarkovian conditions. It is striking how much aptitude for instruction this near-feral fighter from a forsaken world displays. As you put five shots exactly on target in a row, the surrounding Merovians erupt in cheers of approval.
Drill Sergeant Dankosh"We call it the 'snap-strike,' Lord Captain. It's not about shooting or stabbing where the target is, but where it's going to be."
YOU[Look closely at the training soldiers]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do you have a spare target? I would like to learn shooting from you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Carry on with your drills. I'll leave you to it."continues where this line first appears above
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RainSergeant Dankosh puts every conceivable effort into teaching you to shoot as they do — leading the target with no aiming. To the great disappointment of everyone present, he does not succeed.
Drill Sergeant Dankosh"Quiet, you lot! No worries, Lord Captain, you'll get it next time."
YOU[Look closely at the training soldiers]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do you have a spare target? I would like to learn shooting from you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Carry on with your drills. I'll leave you to it."continues where this line first appears above
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Drill Sergeant DankoshThe shooting range extends before you. Supervised by a massive man whose leg has been replaced with a construction of wood and bone, a few Merovians are firing at targets. "Your Lordship/Ladyship, God-Emperor preserve me! You've honoured us with your visit. Junior Drill Sergeant Dankosh, I am ready to assist you, Your Lordship/Ladyship!"
RainThe firing stops as the soldiers turn and look your way. You are getting accustomed to frightened and inspired looks on these faces.
YOU[Look closely at the training soldiers]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do you have a spare target? I would like to learn shooting from you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Carry on with your drills. I'll leave you to it."continues where this line first appears above
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Drill Sergeant Dankosh"Your Lordship/Ladyship, most holy Lord Captain! How may I serve you?"
YOU[Look closely at the training soldiers]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do you have a spare target? I would like to learn shooting from you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Carry on with your drills. I'll leave you to it."continues where this line first appears above