[ That's not a strike that can really ever reach Kojirou. A flick of his own sword, and Caren's attack is easily deflected wide left. But at least it's an attack. ]

Where should I even start? A straightforward strike like that is only ever acceptable if you're so confident in your superior strength that you can abandon technique.

[ Trust him, he's met his fair share of warriors with straightforward skills that were turned aside by his blade. They were strong, and fast, but they couldn't break past him. ]

But if you're copying someone, at least you're doing it well enough that you won't break your own wrists if you get blocked.

[ Faint praise, but she's a beginner, what was she expecting? ]