All in A Day's Training [Duel - Ezra vs Mura!]

Morning dew on fresh blades of grass, flickers of morning light beaming down on Earthland, the soft moss that covered the roads. It was a tranquil feeling that greeted Ezra every morning. The redhead was always one of the last to sleep and the first to wake up. In fact, it had been nearly six in the morning when one could walk out to an empty field in Magnolia, a little ways from the Fairy Tail guild hall.

Why was the redheaded man out here so early? Well, it had been routine for him to wake up early and stretch, but there was also another reason/ Just the night before, the intoxicated man had challenged his guild mate, Mura Kensho, to a spar between friends. It was more so for training than anything else, it wasn't always exciting to train by yourself. Perhaps bonding over battle was an excellent alternative instead of drinking, which Ezra had yet to see Mura do.

Ezra took deep breaths and stretched about. Squats, push ups, the whole lot of it. Hmmm.... perhaps this may be too early for Mura. However, I am a man of my word. A spar in the wee hours is what I said, and it'll be what I do... Ezra thought to himself and he stared into the waking horizon, a shy sun hiding behind fluffy, thick clouds and a colorful sky.

As he thought about the upcoming spar, he had thought back on his power. Just what is magic? What is it's purpose? From what one could tell, it only had potential to destroy. Magnolia Town was just another example of such destruction. Whether it be flames or water, there was always some sort of deadliness to such a power. Knowing that, no matter the purpose, no matter how righteous, the hand of sorcerer always seemed to be a dangerous one. A threat to all things and people. The Magic Council, what a delicate figure. Barely containing these powers like a glass having water in it until it if filled to the brim.

Ezra stared down at his chilly hands, in a state of loss. He had remembered when he was young, just a toddler, and threw a temper tantrum when his Mother didn't get him what he wanted. It was then that his powers would reveal themselves in a tragic incident where his Mother would forever bare the scars of his anger. Luckily, no grudges were held after that, and continued to live in a fair and healthy household. But Ezra wouldn't realize what lingering horror of the incident remained in the back of his head and festered into the man of which he was now. A man who does what he does for the righteous cause but truthfully, he felt as if it were an excuse to do something with his life.

Ezra shook his head and balled up his powerful fist with a smile, "I need to continue to shape into a righteous man. Use these powers to heal, not to harm." He whispered into his hand, reminding himself that he had friends now. People who cared for him as much as he did to them.

The redhead looked back into the atmosphere with a confident smirk before flexing, "Alllllllrighty then! Back to 'trainin!"

Note: Spectators are welcomed and even encouraged, if you ask, I shall include you in said duel. Enjoy! :3

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The redhead continued to stretch and warm up while his mind was submerged in thoughts of the past and the looming mystery that is the future. He couldn't keep himself from wondering just what his fate was, if it even existed. Since becoming a professional sorcerer, it was hard to tell. Was he destined for darkness, light, or perhaps his fate was beyond magic? Was it to be a fisherman and die old with a wife and two kids, or was it to travel the world to uncover its mysteries?  Ezra would never know if such a fate would be bestowed upon him in a day or a century, the wait was painful.

However, a strange presence tickled his nose and ears when he had suddenly heard a disembodied voice along with a croaky one. His mind rushed to many conclusions before he decided that it happened to be the few companions Mura had. Following that was the scent of the familiar Mura, who smelled just as refreshing as the morning air.

Ezra's sense of smell, sight, and hearing were second to none. Well, maybe other dragon slayers and werewolves, but the two combined were an unstoppable force! Meanwhile, Ezra continued to wake his body up with helpful stretches and physical exercises, his face cracking into a soft smile.

As expected, Mura had arrived at the destination soon after Ezra had detected. The man with blazing red hair turned to the young man gave a thumbs up with his usual toothy grin. "Hidy do, Mura! Fine morning, ain't it? Perfect 'fer some tussling, some fitness 'n all." Ezra jollied, excited for this event. After all, it was a spar between two men! What a thought? Besides, Ezra had yet to comment on Mura's combative power, rather excited for the upcoming reveal.

"Now, we can't start without you and 'yer buddies stretching! Even the soul-looking thing! Stretching and warm up exercises are important, ya hear? Now, give me ten push-ups, boy!" Ezra went from a playful partner to a fitness trainer in a matter of seconds. No, perhaps a military trainer. He was more so concerned about his body's physical readiness than the battle itself, which was both sweet and daunting.

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Everything seemed to be going as planned. See, Ezra was rather an old-fashioned man. He liked doing things the "old-fashioned way" and wouldn't rely on magic to do simple requests or exercises. He had grown up in a village where hard work and real strength was more respected than magic. In other words, winning a fist fight with just your fists is more appreciated than using any sort of magical advantages or enhancements. And thus, the redhead became a man who would always build things by hand, not by magic, and almost never showcased said magic to anyone, as he wanted to be recognized for his true strength, not his gift.

Entering the scene would be the goody-two-shoes Taizen, who had been away from the guild for a certain amount of time to deal with his new family. Ezra greeted him with his usual toothy grin and nodded his head, "Hidy do, Mister Taizen. We can have a drink o'er 'yer new folks after this tussle. Might wanna stand back, ya hear?" He snickered, turning over to the observant Hera and waved.

While Mura prepared, Ezra also prepared himself. This would, in fact, be the first time he had ever showcased his magic. All that was known among his guildmates as the nature and the type, but never it's power. The redhead would raise his arms and take deep breaths, a frosty mist slipping between his lips and rolling off the tongue and into the atmosphere. His sky blue eyes sharpened, and his magic power had spiked. He was ready to begin the match. "Ready, boy?"

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