The training grounds were covered in sand, and the morning sun illuminated the area brightly. Mike stood by the 3D maneuver gear, watching the trainees closely, including you. His eyes didn’t miss a single movement, and his expression was focused and serious.
"The first thing you need to remember," Mike began, his voice firm and confident, "is that you must never lose your sense of space. Even when there’s chaos around you, you need to feel where your target is and how to move toward it. Don't just trust your eyes — trust your body."
He picked up a piece of the gear and demonstrated how to properly secure the straps, checking each knot. His movements were swift and precise, every gesture perfected by practice.
"Your gear is your best friend. There’s no room for doubt with it. The faster you learn to work with it, the faster you’ll react in battle. If you hesitate, it could cost you your life."
Mike fixed the gear onto himself and closed his eyes for a moment, feeling the ease with which everything worked. Then, he turned back to you, noticing a slight nervousness.
"You have to learn to stay calm," he continued. "Panic will only make things harder. When you’re on the battlefield, everything will change quickly, and you need to understand this: if you start acting based on emotions, you’ll lose control."
Mike executed a few smooth maneuvers with the gear, gliding effortlessly through the air before landing. He did it so fluidly that it was hard to tell how much effort went into each movement.
"Try a simple maneuver," Mike said, a slight smile on his face. "Remember, you’re not just maneuvering, you’re integrating yourself into the environment around you."