Martial Arts

Kayden had quickly left the room and headed towards the canteen to have his breakfast just like everyone else. While eating his food, he couldn't stop thinking about the things Kayla had said to him back then. If there was a chance that this group was operating at the academy, then what was their goal in the first place? What were they trying to achieve by getting the students at the academy involved with their operations?

Moreover, how was he involved in everything that was happening? Did it have something to do with his ability and his system? Or what it something else? Kayden couldn't stop thinking about all of this for the rest of the day.

Meanwhile, during the combat class, a bunch of other martial arts techniques had been introduced to the students by the instructors. Right after Aikido, a technique known as Muay Boran had been introduced. It was a powerful martial arts technique that had devastating effects when used effectively in a fight. Also, there were teaching such as Kungfu and Karate which the instructors began to teach the students. Over the past week, the instructors had been teaching the students there threw fighting style, while the students were doing their best to keep up with the teaching.

First, there was Muay Boran. It is a traditional Thai martial arts technique that dates back several hundred years. It is known popularly for its powerful kicks, strikes, and elbow strikes. From what the instructors had told the students, Muay Boran is typically practiced in a gym or a training facility with a qualified trainer. It involves a lot of physical conditioning, including cardio exercises, strength training, and stretching.

During training, the students had learnt various techniques, such as punches, kicks, and elbow strikes, and would spend most if the time practicing them with a partner. For people without abilities, it is important to wear appropriate protective gear and to listen to their trainer's guidance to avoid injuries.

Muay Boran involves a wide range of movements, including strikes, kicks, elbows, and knew strikes. Some of the most common movements include a jab, which is basically just a quick, straight punch thrown with the lead hand. A cross, which is a powerful punch thrown with the rear hand. A hook, which is a punch thrown in a circular motion with the lead hand. An uppercut, with is a punch thrown upward with the rear hand. Q roundhouse kick is a powerful kick thrown with the shin to the opponent's midsection or head. A foot kick is a straight kick thrown with the ball of the foot to the opponent's midsection or head. A knee strike, which is a powerful strike, is delivered with the knee to the opponent's midsection. An elbow strike is delivered with the elbow to the opponent's face or body.

Muay Boran us important for several reasons. First, it is a part of Thailand's cultural heritage and is deeply engrained in the country's history and identity. Second, it is an effective martial art that has been used in actual combat situations. Many of the technicians used in Muay Boran has been adopted for use in modernday Muai Thai competitions and mixed martial arts fighting. Also, Muay Boran is an important part of physical fitness and conditioning. The training involved in Muay Boran helps practitioners develop strength, flexibility, and endurance, as well as mental discipline and focus.

Some of the hazards of Muay Boran include head injuries, joint injuries, cuts and bruises, dehydration, and overuse injuries die to the repetative nature of Muay Boran, which can lead to tendonitis or stress fractures.

Then, there was Kung Fu. Kung Fu, also known as Wushu, is a martial art that has been practiced for centuries. It emphasizes fluid, circular movements, and a strong, connection between mind and body. There are many different styles of Kung Fu, each with its own unique techniques and training methods.

Some styles focus on striking techniques, such as punches and kicks, while others emphasize throws, joint locks, and grappling techniques. Kung Fu training typically involves a lot of physical conditioning, including strength training, flexibility exercises, and meditation.

Some of the most common movements in Kung Fu include punches, which could be straight, hooks, and uppercuts. Kicks, which include front kicks, side kicks, and roundhouse kicks. Blocks are techniques used to deflect or block an opponent's attacks. Throws are techniques used to throw an opponent to the ground. Joint locks are techniques used to manipulate an opponent's joints to control an opponent's body such as clinching, takedowns, and ground fighting. Forms include choreographed movements that stimulate fighting scenerios and help students develop muscle memory and technique.

Kung Fu is important for several reasons. First, it is a form of physical exercise that promotes strength, flexibility, and overall health and fitness. Second, it is a means of self-defense that teaches practitioners how to protect themselves in a variety of situations. Third, Kung Fu is an art form that emphasizes grace, balance, and beauty of movement. It is an important part of Chinese culture and history, and it helps to preserve and promote Chinese traditions and values.

It is also important for its philosophical and spiritual teachings. Many Kung Fu styles incorporate Taoist and Buddhist principles, such s the importance of balance, harmony, and self-awareness. It teaches practitioners how to cultivate inner strength and discipline, and how to apply these qualities to all aspects of their lives.

Some of the common hazards of Kung Fu include head injuries, cuts and bruises, dehydration, and overuse injuries.

Then lastly, there was karate. Karate is a Japanese martial art that emphasizes striking techniques such h as punches, kicks, and knee strikes. It also involves defensive techniques such as blocks and dodges, to avoid an opponent's attacks. Karate training involved a lot of physical conditioning, including strength training, flexibility exercises and cardiovascular training. Students learn various techniques and practice them with a partner.

Karate also involves forms, or kata, which are choreographed movements that stimulate fighting scenarios and help students develop muscle memory and technique.

Some of the most common movements in karate include punches, which could be either straight punches, hooks, or uppercuts. Kicks, which include front kicks, side kicks, and roundhouse kicks. Knee strikes, which are basically knees thrown at an opponent's midsection. Blocks are techniques used to deflect or redirect an opponent's attack. Stances are different positions which help with balance and stability during strikes and blocks. Kata is a series of choreographed movements that stimulate the fighting fighting scenarios and help students develop muscle memory and technique. And lastly, sparring is a partner-based practice where students apply their techniques that simulated fighting scenerio.

It's importance is similar to that of both Muay Boran and Kung Fu. It also has similar hazards as well.

Kayden, as well as other students such as Zain, Hilda, Paul, and others, were able to pick up on the lessons a lot faster than others. Learning these different techniques, Kayden would occasionally think of how he would implement them in future fights. Meanwhile, the combat class for the day had come to an end, and everyone hot ready to leave, heading towards the abilities class.

Ever since their instructor had been sent out on a mission, the three students had been assigned a substitute teacher in her place. Unlike her, this teacher seemed more friendly and encouraging towards them. They overtime, they slowly grew to like him more than their main teacher, when hoping that the woman doesn't come back to continue teaching them.

After two weeks of simulation training, the training was meant to come to an end, however, Lucas was able to obtain permission from his superiors to allow them continue with the training for the rest of the month, allowing Kayden, Dan, and Marcus, to grow stronger with time.

The three students would spend the next two hours hunting down basic grade beasts and drinking the Mana potions left in their place once they had slayed a beast. Ever since the over two weeks ago, they hadn't come across the red-haired adventurer since then, making everything all the more easier for them.

After consuming all the Mana potions he had earned, Kayden's Mana holding capacity had risen to twenty-two thousand. The two hours were up, and it was finally time for the last class for the day. The magical weapons'class went by smoothly as well, and the two hours quickly passed by.

It was five in the evening, and everyone had left the classroom, heading back to their dorm rooms to freshen up and rest. Kayden decided to do the same just like everyone else. Tomorrow was a big day, after all. He needed all the rest he would get to ensure that he would wake up the next day fully energized and focus for the event tomorrow.

Somewhere in the forest in front of the first year building, a bunch of second year students had gathered, forming a circle, and in-between that formation, there was a symbol drawn on the ground, which slowly began to glow as the students chanted in a low voice.

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