I'm sure some of the fundamentals of fencing can be applied to the longsword, though they are weighted differently...

[He hums, bringing his hand to his chin, but that's a discussion for later, perhaps. For now, he focuses on the other boy's powers, doing his best to keep from thinking badly of him. The more other people are gifted with unique powers, the less special his own seem in comparison. He'd really thought he was beyond being annoyed by something so petty, but here we are.]

Fascinating. [Appearances truly can be deceiving.] So something or someone is blocking access to your superhuman speed and strength... is my understanding correct?