Re: Hakuda in High Def

Sun Jul 18, 2021 2:14 pm

THE INVISIBLE CRACKS

Artist: Tokyo Ghoul - Song: Glassy Sky

He nodded, listening and taking her words to heart. Turning his head towards the dummy as he considered it. His hand worked fine but maybe something with his leg. Perhaps some sort of combination to exercise fluidity? He paused for a few moments thinking about the strike. How could he use it in a way that would be less cumbersome? A thought struck him about maybe not using it to just speed up attacks. What if he reinforced a strike after he connected with it? He had gotten more developed at using it. It wasn't perfect, Tessho was rough his arm, and maybe this would do better.

Moving into the air, he brought his frame around, delivering a spinning kick on the dummies neck. The strike was formidable and precise, but that wasn't the point. A burst happened of pressure coming down. He slammed the dummy into the ground as his foot carried it down. A shot of pressure after connecting his strike. Koyo had come up with a different way to use it. Removing his foot, he stepped on a few times. Checking for a form of damage he took, it seemed the results weren't even tingling.

It made some sense; his body was striking quicker with the other. This was merely increasing the force of a blow after the connection. Creating propulsion behind the crash after impact. Starting, in essence, a smash that carried after striking. His foot felt fine, and didn't seem to have suffered any injuries. Nothing on his leg either, no discomfort as prior. Koyo seemed to be thinking about the amount used and carefully considering his technique.

His hand came to his chin as he stepped away from the dummy. That was something and did avoid the palm strike. "I can do that. It is less painful than the other thing."

Mon Jul 19, 2021 9:30 am

Furukawa Asami | Officer of the 5th

There was a pause from Asami as she watched Koyo turn his focus once more to the dummies, a familiar curiosity taking hold as he went about his kicking motion. The motion was fluid, certainly a shade more honed than his Tessho, but there was no burst of speed as this blow connected. A second impact came after the initial strike, like an aftershock, and it appeared to mitigate or avoid the self-damage that his prior technique had caused. Perhaps this was due to the absorption that encasing his attacking limb in his power did, or that the pressure was concentrated on the opponent rather than his own body, but she did not understand it well enough to make anything more than an assumption.

"Did I not say you should limit your exertion?"

It was good that he was innovative, but it made teaching a challenge. She supposed that she had started that train of thought by asking to do so, but it did make it harder to gauge his abilities if the goalposts were constantly shifting.

"No matter. Let's focus on what we are working with. You used your power to form a second attack that connected in the instant after the initial blow landed, creating a double impact, correct?"

She couldn't help but wonder how much exactly it amplified his power, as it could easily slow down his strikes by binding the second blow to the first, but with proper timing then it could likely cause some serious damage. And to think Koyo had been dragged to additional Hakuda lessons when he had all this under the surface, all it took was a little digging.

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Mon Jul 19, 2021 6:49 pm

THE INVISIBLE CRACKS

Artist: Tokyo Ghoul - Song: Glassy Sky

He blinked for a moment, having just realized it. His instructor made it clear to not push his body so hard. Still, this was a good option next to the original. He'd not felt any pain when he performed it. A lot of the force came from the impact of the ground. Generating the force prevented him from being thrown off easily too. "Apologies Asami-sensei." He said, offering a polite bow to the female. He shook his head at her description and explained it as best he could.

"When the hit landed, I sent force behind the blow right after impact. Which created a pushing effect that thus slammed the dummy into the ground. Similar in theory to a rocket, as the first bit of thrust from my strike ended, the second piece went off pushing. " Koyo was ordinarily quiet, and some of it came down to his voice.

He was a very calm and relaxed boy when it came down to it. His explanation followed the theory and principle of how he'd strike. Building upon a two-force system where after his kick landed. He released a burst creating a secondary impact. "I can give a demonstration if you'd like Asami-sensei." His shell though he still remained in it, some comfort was coming from being around her and taking time to learn and see things. He'd stayed in longer than most academy students.

He could feel his skin crawling as he thought about his mother and her presence. He remembered he had to be perfect or face the consequences.

Thu Jul 22, 2021 4:14 am

Furukawa Asami | Officer of the 5th

She waved a hand at Koyo's apology, for it was neither the place nor the time for such. Better to just take what she was saying in stride and move on from it, there was no need for wasted thought.

As he explained some of the science behind the technique, Asami did nod her head as she tried to understand the principle. She was far from simpleminded but it was still an entirely fresh concept to her, and that took time to process and consider how best to implement and enhance it. A controlled release of his technique that was timed to unleash after the original blow connected, and amplified by the force of his initial attack.

"Certainly, demonstrate again. This rocket-based manoeuvre is interesting to me, and I think there is no small potential there. "

She turned, ready to observe exactly what Koyo had in mind, and made a note to focus carefully on the form that he was working with. After all, the easiest place to start was the fundamentals, and she could work to refine those rough edges to hone him into a fine Hakuda practitioner. Though it would be harder to refine his ability itself, as that was not a resource that she could call upon and tap into. She could guess, but that was not the teacher that she was. It was better to make certain improvements than potential ones.

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Thu Jul 22, 2021 2:20 pm

THE INVISIBLE CRACKS

Artist: Tokyo Ghoul - Song: Glassy Sky

He'd been forgiven, or it had been merely pushed aside. His attention came to response and showing it again. He turned to face the dummy, positioning himself in front of it. He decided on the motion this time as he brought his foot up in the air performing an ax kick. The action was different, but after he felt the contact of the dummies shoulder. A force shot from his foot, now bringing it down again on the dummy.

This force concluded by bouncing the dummy into the ground like a ball. He didn't believe this would work against enemies who were superior in defense. They could easily resist the momentum of the blow. It would need to be combined with other things. He brought a hand to his jaw, realizing some shortcomings of the technique in this way.

His mind came back to the fundamental question of Hakuda. He preferred to not kill things if they could be helped. The art was appealing in this sense; not every blow had to be one that killed. You could pull your punches; he wondered if a sword could be the same. He waited for a moment for Asami to take and compile her thoughts. This gave him time to think about the situation in which he found himself.

Kicks and hand-to-hand techniques were the norms in this form. He'd spent time studying various other techniques and skills. But this one seemed elusive to him like he wasn't ready yet. Even though his mind sparked ideas and plenty came to him. But did he have the skill to potentially join this Division or the Combat? He could join either one truthfully, and it would be fine. His mother's goal did take into account time and delay, of course.

A haori was a distant future far removed from now. Koyo inhaled and looked at the dummy for a long time. Pausing and considering the paths before him, the hand or the blade. Which would he be walking in this life?

Thu Jul 22, 2021 9:31 pm

Furukawa Asami | Officer of the 5th

Studying the technique again, eyes of crimson following Koyo's movements with an understanding that they had previously lacked. His motion was fluid, though it was the timing that would need work most of all. Power was only one element to this ability, it was about reading an opponent and gauging how long to give the second strike after the first hit. Some might stay tense for a while, making it more valuable to wait, whilst others were quick to react to the blow and would need a nigh-immediate second release for it to connect properly. Against a dummy, this was not an issue, but the eventual aim was for this to work on something far more adaptive.

"Good. Now go again. We will drill the motions into your skull until they are second nature, and then we can pry a little deeper into the finer techniques."

There was the slightest hint of a smile, the most positive encouragement he was going to get. Perhaps, one day, it would be that the roles were reversed and Koyo was the master. He had the work ethic, she supposed, and the ability to back it up with both action and words, but that was no excuse for her to stagnate. A little prodigy fresh out of the academy coming into her division and outclassing her would simply not do, and yet she was honour-bound to train him to the best of her own ability.

"And then do it again. Do you feel like there is a limit to how often you can perform this in a certain period of time?"

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Sun Jul 25, 2021 7:35 pm

THE INVISIBLE CRACKS

Artist: Tokyo Ghoul - Song: Glassy Sky

He would continue to perform the technique with various moves. As he did so he began to notice it more. Was the answer to this for the moment. His studies had shown Hakuda techniques, Sword techniques, weren't all simply movements like this. Koyo didn't give a voice to his questions inside of him. Performing different combinations with the skill. "Something feels off." He said stopping after a few times of performing the move. Koyo's hand came to his chin as he closed his eyes.

Consideration of what was causing him concern. The move was good, but not enough to create something off of. It felt like a clue a hint maybe to something greater. Like a Rubix cube that kept shifting itself without his consent. He brought his frame to rest against the dummy inhaling as he gave rise to it. "The Hakuda instructors and those in the books. This doesn't feel right..somehow." He didn't know how to put his finger on it, this technique didn't feel like it turned the tables.

It felt lacking somewhere like he couldn't put a finger on it. If he'd used it on Asami, she'd just throw him or pummel him. Adding force after the connection, was that enough? He felt like he was on to something as he looked at the dummies again. Both of those techniques lacked something fundamentally he couldn't put his finger on. He stepped back performing it off a spine kick one more time.

"Asami-Sensei, this won't..work, they both leave me open to reprisal as I'm focusing on applying force." He glanced at his body for a moment acknowledging his size. He wasn't a big guy, something smaller and slimmer than most men were. "I do...think I can see..a clue." No matter how he sliced it reach and distance were an issue. Also, his size being so small gave him few options. He hadn't thought about size much in the academy and simply worked with it.

But Hakuda required a way to utilize and consider, he was only slightly larger than a prior Captain Soifon. He rubbed at the back of his neck considering his options and his Zanpakuto. Speeding up by performing a jetstream helped, but it didn't fix the situation. This was a moment he needed time to consider how to fight with his size in mind.

He didn't have the raw power of some of the other specialists. He remained silent as he tried to consider options or techniques he could try. What could be done to refine and find a way. His mother had presented Hakuda as an option during his upbringing. So this was the first realization for him.

He'd not made an attempt at learning Shunko in the academy. It was an art that he felt would draw his mother's displeasure so he stayed away. Was that mistake coming to bite him here now that he'd gained an interest?

Mon Jul 26, 2021 5:52 pm

Furukawa Asami | Officer of the 5th

Asami's brow furrowed, not for the first time this morning, as she watched Koyo begin to doubt his strategy. In an instant he had struck out, searching for the latest edge to add to his technique to bring something even more refined to the table. He was already stopped, but she still raised a hand to alert him against continuing. She had been young once, the mentality that it was your responsibility to always perform better than your peers was one that she understood all too well and she certainly expected the same from the Kuchiki family.

"Not even the greatest of Hakuda prodigies perfected their form in a couple of hours. Do not be too hasty to dismiss that which you have demonstrated today. You are only at the beginning of this journey, there is a long road ahead so do not be afraid to walk along it before you try to run."

She could almost see the gears turning behind those wide eyes, whirring away far faster than his body could keep up. It was rather inspiring, and for a long moment Asami wished that she had more time to work on her own Hakuda, but it was not an ideal way to learn.

"It is not uncommon to start off with techniques that gambit increasing one's strength or speed at the cost of defence, so focus on honing the offence until it is like second nature and then go back and think about how to protect yourself. I know it may seem monotonous, but there is a true value in repetition."

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Sat Jul 31, 2021 9:46 pm

THE INVISIBLE CRACKS

Artist: Tokyo Ghoul - Song: Glassy Sky

He sat himself down somewhat as he looked at the dummy. Koyo's expression kept a coolness and calm to it. But it was a strange almost robotic appearance that Koyo had. His eyes looked at the dummy, thinking about his fighting form. Consideration over each aspect as he replayed the moves in his mind. His mother wouldn't approve of this. Perhaps the answer lay deeper inside of Asashio, the answer he sought within himself.

Koyo had to acknowledge his failures and problems and not go about aimlessly. That path was what lead to Takehiko's banishing. That would displease his mother and put them at risk. Was Hakuda fruitless for him to go towards? The question rang in his mind as he watched them. Koyo stood up dusting his clothing off and considering his frame.

He walked towards the dummy, not doubting the previous two methods. But digging deeper inside of himself, he had to find something only he could do. He was manipulating the water and creating something fundamentally. The groundwork for something.

"I think, I've been coming at this from the wrong direction, Hakuda is based on the body and physical capability of their users. Indeed in many of the scrolls and teachings of elder users. They have displayed mighty feats with merely their bodies only."

Koyo walked towards the dummy now, his mind thinking less and less. As the answer became clearer. It wasn't about forming a style or a fighting technique. Forms and such displays were not what they focused on. No, if anything they were techniques all of the Hakuda ones. These were specialized fighting moves that could be blended together based on the user.

"Tessho, Tsukiyubi, Kazagurma, Takigoi, and Taketonbo. These name but a few techniques created by specialists around their capabilities. I've been looking only at the possibility of creating a brief burst of speed. Rocket and after-effects of my strikes. "

His movement looked like Tessho for a moment but something was different, he brought his arm back and the slap sounded loud. What Koyo had done here instead of relying on bursts of speed. He created a kinetic force like dropping a rock into a puddle. By making the moisture in the air splash and the dummy went flying and crashed into the wall.

Leaving a small impact inside of it as Koyo looked down at his palm. It was like slapping the water with his hand. Creating a kinetic ripple on impact, he was striking the moisture with this. He didn't seem entirely satisfied as he looked at Asami-sensei.

"I apologize once again for going off course." He was willing to let it off as nothing if need be. If she didn't see any potential in this he would trust her instincts and guidance. Because he had none to speak of his own in any sense.

Tue Aug 03, 2021 7:47 pm

Furukawa Asami | Officer of the 5th

"Maintain your focus on the task at hand, do not be afraid of its simplicity. All three of these rudimentary techniques have shown promise, which is more than most could hope for at this stage. But if you continue to innovate at this base level then you will not enhance that which you already possess."

Most of what was said was already flying over her student's head, Asami could practically see it doing so, but perhaps, if she repeated herself enough, some of that wisdom might stick. She watched as he performed another Tessho, his form as lacklustre as before, but it was clearly not his intention to deliver a stellar blow. The water power of his unique ability did work to once again amplify that which he lacked, and in a different manner too, but that did not excuse poorly constructed actions.

"A strength you possess is the flexibility in which you can activate your water, but you are losing yourself a little in its use."

She took a similar stance to that which Koyo had performed his Tessho, facing another dummy, but took the time to make note of her stance. The placement of her feet that would give her the most extra momentum, the microsteps that she would take before her hand connected with the target, and finally the form of the attacking hand itself.

"It matters not if you are connecting physically or with water, if your foundation is weak then your flow will be disrupted. Observe."

On queue, she stepped forward and demonstrated the technique. Firing at full force, there was a thunderclap that resonated a little louder than Koyo's own but the destruction that followed it was comparatively devastating. Returning to a passive stance, Asami straightened out her dress and stepped away from the dummy to see what the student thought of that.

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