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[vermified]

To all new arrivals, or simply uninformed residents of the village- just as Winry stated earlier this week, we at the smithy are available for metalworking commissions. Currently we're lacking in projects, so if you have any desire for a weapon or some kind of crafted work, feel free to make a request. I specialize in advanced weaponry design and

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[refinedmaestro]

It takes months of practice and concentration to master any magic, especially elemental magic. Since the elements are much harder to control than magics with non-elemental properties.

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[refinedmaestro]

[To him it's a rare breed.]

Oh, could I? I've always wanted to know how magic swordsmen enchant weapons with their magical abilities. Is there a special way to do it?

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[vermified]

Mostly practice. The nature of the magic of my world is that it's an extension of one's self. Adding it to the swing of a sword feels natural once you learn how.

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[refinedmaestro]

I wish the same could be said for my world. In mine, magic is a disease in certain people because of astras or given to others through mineral powder.

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[vermified]

...A disease? How is that possible? Magic is meant to strengthen people, not weaken them.

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[refinedmaestro]

I...cannot spare the details, but I'll simply say that magic was a terminal illness that killed.

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[vermified]

...I understand. Still, it's difficult to imagine such a thing, especially here. My condolences.

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[refinedmaestro]

Thank you Mister Edward, your kind words mean a great deal.

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[vermified]

Words mean little, but at least they can be genuine.

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[refinedmaestro]

Why do you believe that, Mister Edward?

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[vermified]

What's that old saying? "Actions are louder than words"? Something like that, anyway. There's a vast difference between what you say and what you do. Likewise, offering my apologies can't do a thing to change your situation, so they serve little purpose.

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[refinedmaestro]

That's a very true statement and wise saying, Mister Edward. I should very much like to meet with you myself so we may exchange ideas and perspectives on different things about life.

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[vermified]

[....That's the first time anyone's ever asked him that. Edward is taken aback for a long moment, eyes wide.] If... you wish, I have no protests.

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[refinedmaestro]

Oh thank you so much, Mister Edward.

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[vermified]

...Don't mention it.