Alixan nodded at both questions. He obviously was not a fighter in any way; he would feel far more at home, reading about weapons combat rather than being physical. His gaze followed Marcus', watching the instructor as he asserted dominance over the class.<br/>"Everyone here looks so... skilled." Alixan observed with fear in his eyes, dreading the moment he would be called to join the sparring.<br/><br/>Emily and Ben sat together as the class started. The lecturer began with a long introductory speech about balance and nature. It reminded Emily of her mother's lectures whenever they discussed witchcraft, which made her smile. She took out her notepad and pen, and scribbled down her notes as fast as possible.