First Pov
I spend about 5 months learning about acupuncture and anatomy, I would probably have to study about human anatomy in future universes but it shouldn´t be that different from a monkey. Now that I had that off my list, it was time for me to start practicing with a new weapon. I had a pretty big list ahead, including unique weapons like chakram and kusarigama, but for now I was going to go with short blades, like knifes and daggers.
I was now almost 9 years old and its been 8 months since I started practicing with short blades, it took a lot longer due to several reasons, like the many variations, having to get them, finding someone to teach me and create my own style. But now that I was done with short blades, it was time to move to the bigger variant, swords. There were also many different types of swords, like one-handed, two-handed, one sided blade and double sided, but it should take as long as the short blades due to me already having the basics down.
5 months later and I was done with the sword. During the last few months, I have tried many different varieties and have found myself the most comfortable with a two-handed longsword. I wasn´t going to be a cliché edge lord and wield the katana because it looked cool, despise all its flaws, like short range, not particularly good at stabbing, low durability, easy to bend and no hand safety. The sword of my choosing had a blade length of 100cm, a handle of 30cm and its blade was wider than the handle, while only getting narrower at the top.
My next weapon on the list would be the bow but I was tasked with dealing with a few bandits, so that had to wait a few weeks. I had already forgotten that the Palace existed to keep the Valley safe and had gotten used to just staying here and receiving everything for free without being expected anything in return. Guess I will have to do some chores, if I want to continue learning.
I finished my assignment as fast as possible, so I was done after just 9 days. Why are people even so dumb and become criminals when there is a population of kung fu masters, that are keen on keeping peace, nearby? Anyways, it was finally time to start my bow practice and while I´m already at it I can just do other ranged weapons, like shuriken, kunai, knifes and chakram, as well.
It´s been 10 months since then and I have made significant progress. I was now at Green Arrow or Hawkeye level skill and, while not as good as itachi yet, I could give most wannabe ninjas a run for their money. I hadn´t only practiced with the bow, shuriken and kunai of course, I have spent the last few months throwing anything I could get my hands on, for example axes, stones, chopsticks, toothpicks and many more. Among my favorite things to throw was the chakram, there was simply something hypnotic about a deadly circle flying around, which is why I also spend some time practicing the melee aspect of the chakram.
I had now barely been practicing with axes and mazes for a few days, when I was once again interrupted to go and deal with some weakling. I didn´t mind the occasional requests to spar, as they were valuable for experience with skilled opponents, but this peace keeping stuff is seriously getting on my nerves.
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This mission actually took over a month, as we had to travel far away to settle the dispute between a few powerful warriors, but at least they were good practice. I was now on my way back with my group, and because I didn´t want to waste any more time I just threw an axe o the head of anyone that tried to stop our return. I had to admit, beside the whole saving time reason, throwing axes was really enjoyable.
After climbing these accursed stairs again, we finally arrived back at the Jade Palace. I didn´t join my teams celebrations and simply went to my room to sleep, so that I could get up early tomorrow and finally continue my practice.
It was so early in the morning that the sun hasn´t even risen yet and there wasn´t anyone in the courtyard. I was currently practicing with the maze, until was interrupted by another presence getting closer to me slowly. As I turned around in annoyance, even I couldn´t help but freeze up when I saw who stood before me. Before me stood Oogway with his staff in hand and his cloth around his shell.
''You are up early, why would you leave your bed at this early hour to practice?'' he said while looking at me curiously. Ah shit, it appears I have caught the attention from someone that was far too wise, peaceful and perceptive for my taste.
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A/N- Wow, I´m almost done with most weapons. Looks like this world will be done faster than I thought. Do you have any suggestions for uncommon weapons, or suggestions in general?