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佐々木 琲世 ([personal profile] ex_adept136) wrote in [community profile] futurology2016-10-17 12:06 am

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It's occurred to me that since our membership shifts and our backgrounds vary so much, it might be good to compare what we're capable of. More to the point, I was thinking we might be able to help each other pick up relevant skills, if not hone the ones we already have.

If people are looking to train or think they could help others, why don't we discuss that here? I know at least a few of us don't have backgrounds in combat, for example. On our first day here I met someone who wasn't familiar with firearms but might get good use out of the skill, for another.

In my case, I have experience training others and can help with hand-to-hand combat. I can work with people ranging from average human strength to well above it. I've got some skill with swords and knives, but I wouldn't compare that to someone who specializes in them, and that's something I'd like to work on. In terms of non-combative skills, if someone wants to work on something like cooking, I'm reasonably helpful there.

Let's see how we can help each other improve.


[ooc: Please feel free to thread-hop/jack here, that's what this is for!]
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[personal profile] onethousen 2016-10-17 07:55 am (UTC)(link)
Unless someone wants to learn how to fold an origami crane, or the easiest way of using wood oil on the pews at the church, I don't think I've got much to offer for helping people learn.

But if it's okay to say when there are things we want to learn, then I'd like to learn more about cooking, for one.


[ trusting that she's learning hand to hand under Master Anakin, and has a nebulous future date to learn some camping skills and fire making skills from Gaius-san, and Japanese with Haise... what a life. (Some of these skills may be more relevant than others.) ]

Driving or riding seems like it could be important too.
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[personal profile] gunah 2016-10-17 10:54 am (UTC)(link)
Does ALASTAIR ask us to fight so much?

[ So much so that the focus here seems to be on combat skills. She still wonders if she truly understands what she signed up for, if the others are just as unsure. ]

I can show you the bonds that hold each person, each world, in its rightful place in the universe. If that is of some use. [ She hesitates a moment. ] And I can show you how I severe those bonds.
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[personal profile] winces 2016-10-17 12:10 pm (UTC)(link)
[ olivia trusts neither her face nor her thoughts when it comes to such delicate matters, and so she opts to use the audio function instead, even if she personally finds it a bit strange to hear a voice, and nothing else. ]

If... If anyone has been gifted with healing powers from ALASTAIR, I have had it for several months now, and would not mind offering my assistance to anyone who might be struggling with it. I have been taught some practical first aid, as well, b-but you'd probably find a better teacher in someone more skilled...!

[ this hadn't been the purpose of her response, but she felt a little bad making a request without at least offering something in return. speaking of which, the next part she says so quickly, it all may as well have been one word— ]

And if there is anyone here who may have insight on managing different emotions, I would greatly appreciate the help!
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[personal profile] tolight 2016-10-17 01:55 pm (UTC)(link)
[ !!! She knows this person, this is Haise... ]

I've trained in combat with swords and spears from a young age. I am also in possession of an extra rapier, should anyone find it of use. I'd be more than happy to teach those who would like to learn, or spar with others. [ Casually omits the fact that she fought in a war since ever because her mom is definitely here, yep. ]

Otherwise... I'd like to learn more hand to hand combat. If anyone is familiar with sewing or any other handiwork, I'd be interested in learning that as well.
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[personal profile] fateality 2016-10-17 06:24 pm (UTC)(link)
Well, how many of you wanna learn how to play some card games?

I'm more of a man who likes the prospect of entertainment, so I suppose if you're looking to keep yourselves thinking outside of The Mission or whatever it is that's going on, I'm very good at that.
predomination: they all just bloom together beautifully (⚛ FYI flowers don't compete)

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[personal profile] predomination 2016-10-17 07:02 pm (UTC)(link)
[now this is something he can probably do- something in between working on his projects. he needs the help from people who have more experience with ALASTAIR and know how to get resources he's still working on. fair trade and doing more than just keeping to himself, because he wants to shoulder the burdens of the world, would be beneficial.]

I have some experience in training others, though I will say my training methods aren't for the faint of heart.

More importantly, I'm a scientist, and I'm aware many of us have our own projects we're all working on. I've spoken to a few likeminded individuals, and it does seem we could benefit working together and sharing our knowledge.
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[personal profile] secondnature 2016-10-17 09:19 pm (UTC)(link)
I don't know how good I am at teaching anyone, but I'm always up for sparring. I use a sword, but I'm good with hand-to-hand combat myself.

I also know just basic first aid, but I'd like to know more.
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[personal profile] sekimorinashi 2016-10-18 04:32 pm (UTC)(link)
I have skills with knives and, I suppose, acrobatics. I don't really have much else to offer than that, I'm afraid.

I wouldn't mind learning to cook better. Perhaps you could help me with that, Haise.
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[personal profile] pummelling 2016-10-18 05:17 pm (UTC)(link)
[He hasn't been feeling especially chatty over the last week, so everybody just gets a nice, neat resume list.]

Combat:
- Hand to hand.
- Archery.
- Fighting with use of a staff/stick fighting.
- Throwing weapons (specifically chakram, but can be applied to other things also).

Etc:
- First aid.
- Basic survival.
[He's. Not getting specific, there, which isn't especially helpful, but it is what it is.]
- Meditation.

That's what I've got off the top of my head for now.
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[personal profile] moneyballer 2016-10-18 06:33 pm (UTC)(link)
[Asher hesitates before posting this, as he's unsure if he can offer any help at all.

Still, he'll try.
]

I dunno about fighting or anything like that, but...

I'm here if anybody needs to talk?

This place can get kind of lonely, sometimes.


[Listening he can do.]
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[personal profile] racking 2016-10-18 07:44 pm (UTC)(link)
If anyone needs instruction in hand-to-hand combat, I can help with that.

I'm a decent pilot too, if there's ever any call for one.


[ """decent""" ]
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[personal profile] weatherscience 2016-10-18 07:44 pm (UTC)(link)
I guess I could teach someone interested about deep sea currents, navigating on the sea and land, how to learn to spot changes in the weather and know what they mean... fighting with a bo staff as well.

[ she can't exactly teach anyone about her Sorcery Clima-Tact, because it's hers. and technically, she could teach someone how to be an excellent thief and how to haggle, but those don't really cross her mind here. ]

... but I won't do it for free! [ what were you even expecting... ]
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[personal profile] figureitout 2016-10-18 07:56 pm (UTC)(link)
[ for a long, long, long while Stiles considers what skills he could offer to teach others — google-fu? not exactly relevant here. how to keep his jeep running? his jeep isn't here, nobody cares. how to make a healthy salad or his mom's lasagna? uhh, most people can probably cook, and they have the kitchens in Oska anyway.

right, going for the other side of this post, then.
]

so, if anyone's really enthusiastic about hypothetically teaching someone how to shoot a gun or the basics of hand-to-hand combat or anything that has to do with martial arts or survival skills, then... maybe consider making that less hypothetical?

[ pls?? he's good on the magic front, at least, thanks Loki ]

and in the spirit of reciprocal offers, i guess if there's someone who wants to talk about supernatural stuff, creatures of the night, weird magic rituals... i'm your guy. or if you want recs on what movies to watch back in The Headquarters, that works too.
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[personal profile] iomnic 2016-10-18 08:03 pm (UTC)(link)
This sounds like a wonderful idea!

I do not think myself as skilled as others here in combat, and it is not much... but I am always open to offering my guidance and wisdom, should someone seek another to talk to. Often times, simply talking about your thoughts or doubts with someone will free your mind.
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[personal profile] oneirism 2016-10-18 08:15 pm (UTC)(link)
This is a good idea.

[But what kind of things can she offer to teach...?]

I don't know much about combat, but I do have some first aid skills. And I suppose if anyone wants to learn about anything related to the occult, I could help with that too.

Oh, and I'm experienced with riding motorbikes, so that's something I could teach too.
flashbanging: i'll make my final stand (behind a gun)

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[personal profile] flashbanging 2016-10-18 08:29 pm (UTC)(link)
i can shoot real fancy

got me a mean left hook, too
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[personal profile] boneafide 2016-10-18 08:43 pm (UTC)(link)
GREAT IDEA HAISE SASAKI!!

THINGS I'M GOOD AT AND CAN TEACH OTHERS TO BE GOOD AT TOO:
COOKING
CLEANING
PUZZLES
KNOWING THINGS
DRAWING PICTURES
MAKING FRIENDS
FASHION
EXERCISE

THINGS THAT ARE EXCLUSIVELY PAPYRUS BUT YOU ARE FREE TO ADMIRE:
BLUE MAGIC
BONES
HEALING MAGIC
I CAN JUMP OUT A WINDOW AND LAND ON MY FEET
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[personal profile] perma_banned 2016-10-18 09:20 pm (UTC)(link)
I can teach people how to cook.

Only if you give me good ale, hard liquor or wine, though! Otherwise, shut uuuuup!
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[personal profile] dishearten 2016-10-18 09:55 pm (UTC)(link)
— archery
— survival skills (hunting, foraging, making camp)
— hand to hand


( yeah that's it, he just provides a list. #PlainButPractical )
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[personal profile] webdesigned 2016-10-18 10:00 pm (UTC)(link)
this is a really great idea, dude. i might even compile a master-list for later reference. we've got new people in and out all the time and this is good for everyone to know

( that said, Peter has to really think about what he has to offer. he has plenty of skills, just... not any he can easily teach. )

i've seen a few recruits come into alastair not knowing much about technology, i can help with that. running these devices or just other tech we run into in other worlds
for that matter we've got different timelines/worlds/etc going on here, and not everyone has the same level of scientific understanding as my world does
i uh, can super help with that, if anyone wants to know. who knows, it might be important down the line
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[personal profile] whatshimadayou 2016-10-18 11:13 pm (UTC)(link)
What I will teach you:
- First aid
- How to use the environment to your advantage
- Archery
- Hand to hand combat
- Basic cooking skills

What I will not teach you:
- How to command a spirit dragon to your will
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[personal profile] upshur 2016-10-19 03:41 am (UTC)(link)
OFFERING:
- New and creative uses of the word "fuck".
- How to drift race in a Jeep Wrangler.
- Professional Selfie Mentor.
- Exactly 3,689 pictures of the Women's Olympic Beach Volleyball teams from the 2012 Olympics.
- My Magnum Opus, titled: "How To Break Into Places You'll Be Arrested For Breaking Into And Doing It Flawlessly (Or Nearly Flawlessly)".

That's it, that's all I got.


[ none of this is useful... ]

Honestly, I don't know. I'm a journalist, take from that what you think might be useful.
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[personal profile] longtempered 2016-10-19 04:47 am (UTC)(link)
[Not pictured: the exact number of times Shizuo read over this post, moved past it, went back to it, and read it over again...even now he's still not entirely sure if he's going to take up anything here anyway. But ah, it's Haise posting things...and besides that. There's recent events.....

Hm.]


Ah, I haven't really got a lot to offer...most of the things posted on here are already a hell of a lot more useful than anything I know how to do. [This being posted directly under 'New and creative uses of the word fuck' but...details--]

Hand-to-hand combat though, huh? ...Hey Haise, how much higher above human strength are you figuring there?
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[personal profile] prodigism 2016-10-19 05:16 am (UTC)(link)
I suppose I could help teach in swordsmanship. How many people here do you think would wish to learn it?

[ Given the guns and all. Swords are kinda old fashioned, but Arima's skilled enough that it really doesn't matter to him?! He's also got the super human strength going on but he doesn't mention that quite yet. ]

Perhaps...learning to cook would be wise as well.

[ Arima doesn't know how to cook so maybe he could learn... ]
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[personal profile] construing 2016-10-19 07:22 pm (UTC)(link)
LESSONS OFFERED:
  • how to be an indie rock star in three easy steps
  • so you want to read music (and other music-related goals)
  • recognizing show tunes 101
  • pop culture circa Earth 2016 aka "hey, I got that reference!"
  • sick burns no amount of aloe will heal
  • bad puns (because they're back in)

SKILLS WANTED: anyone who can play an instrument
we're getting the band back together