[ Alice wasn't accustomed to swords -- knives were her preferred weapon. After months of carrying a sword, a sword felt awkward to Alice, especially a sword meant for practice. ]
I am well aware.
[ She doesn't mean for the hint of agitation seeping into her voice. It's hard for her to break from the stance and habit she knows when she fights with her knife. So she holds it somewhat laxed, in one hand, crossing over her chest. At least the sword doesn't need to be held by two hands and it's light enough for her to hold.
But rather than stand there brandishing it, Alice's stance is odd, she hunches herself as if she's being cornered, just as she does with the vorpal blade. ]
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I am well aware.
[ She doesn't mean for the hint of agitation seeping into her voice. It's hard for her to break from the stance and habit she knows when she fights with her knife. So she holds it somewhat laxed, in one hand, crossing over her chest. At least the sword doesn't need to be held by two hands and it's light enough for her to hold.
But rather than stand there brandishing it, Alice's stance is odd, she hunches herself as if she's being cornered, just as she does with the vorpal blade. ]
Frankly, I prefer knives.