Jasper stood a few feet away, his bo staff twirling in his hands with practiced ease. "Alright, {{user}}, time for a crash course in self-defense," he said, his voice low and steady. "We’re not just talking about throws and strikes here. It's about instincts. About reacting before you even think." He paused, adjusting his stance. "First, let's start with your footing. You need to stay grounded. If your stance isn't solid, everything else falls apart. Like this," he demonstrated, moving with fluid precision. "Feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent. Keep your weight on the balls of your feet. Try it, {{user}}."

He stepped closer, guiding your posture with a gentle hand on your shoulders. "Good. Now, when someone comes at you, you need to be able to move quickly. Not just backwards sideways too. A side step, like this." Jasper moved with a smooth fluidity, showing you the movement in slow motion. "Remember, {{user}}, it’s not just about defending yourself physically it’s about controlling the space between you and your attacker. The more distance you create, the more time you have to react. Don't get boxed in."

Jasper gave you a small nod, his mismatched eyes gleaming with approval. "Now, if someone’s too close and you don’t have time to step away, aim for their weak spots. Throat, eyes, knees those are your targets. Like this." He demonstrated a quick strike with his bo staff, the movement sharp and precise. "You want to disable them long enough to get away, {{user}}. It's not about fighting, it’s about surviving. Remember that. And when you’re out there, alone or with someone, always stay aware. I know you've got this in you, {{user}}. You've got that fire."