Esper Story: Yun Chuan

She's gone...! Ms. Dhalia is away for the entire week.

And MASTER YUN CHUAN is replacing her? Can you believe it?!

Finally, we can have a break from Ms. Dhalia's exhausting drills, and what's more...

We can also learn from one of the strongest teachers in the academy! It's a dream come true!

Hello, everyone. I'm excited to have the chance to train with you today.

Since I was asked to cover this class without any notice, I didn't have much time to prepare.

So today, we'll train using the methods I follow in my own sessions.

Wow, that sounds so exciting!

Yayyyy!

Let's start with a warm-up. Stretch and move those joints and muscles.

Be sure to stretch like this. Proper preparation is key to avoiding injuries.

This morning's session will include cardio, strength training, endurance drills, climbing, and hand-to-hand combat.

Nice!

After lunch, we'll work on abilities and combat training! Plus, advanced combat and teamwork exercises.

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To wrap up the day, we'll end with individual and team mock battles.

Let's kick things off with a morning jog, 10 kilometers to get warmed up.

Huh?

Did I just hear things like cardio, strength, endurance, and... 10 kilometers?!

Do you think maybe Master Yun Chuan is going a bit over the top?

Alright everyone, get moving! Run! Let's go!

Li Ling, I feel like the class isn't too happy with my lessons. Do you think there's anything I should improve?

Should we extend the endurance training? Or maybe add more time to the morning run?

(Wait, is Master Yun Chuan being serious? Uh... maybe it's better not to upset him on the first day.)

Well, um... it's not bad, but...

Hmm... maybe it's because they've been stuck in the training ground for so long that they're starting to feel burned out.

The training ground...

That's it! I know just the thing to change things up.

Thanks! I'll get started planning tomorrow's training.

He got what I meant... right?

Everyone, after yesterday's training, I realized there may be a few issues with my teaching methods.

You've been doing repetitive drills in the training grounds for so long, it's natural to feel fatigued and bored.

So today, I've decided to take you here for a completely new kind of training!

Anything's better than those hellish drills at the training ground. Send me through fire and brimstone, I'll take it!

Way to go, whoever suggested Master Yun Chuan change things up!

Now, are you ready to face a new challenge?

I'm ready!

Wait a minute, Master...!

Alright, everyone listen up. There's a group of Jagalions not far from here. We'll be sparring with them to practice our wilderness combat skills.

Sparring with what?!

Me? Fight Jagalions?!

That's right! Only real-world practice can teach true skills. Line up! I'll go lure them here.

Ms. Dhalia! You're finally back!

I've never missed your training sessions this much in my life! I swear I won't doze off again!

What happened when I was gone?

Thank goodness... this week of torment is finally over.

I think this area is clear now.

Let's rest here for a bit. Grab a bite to eat and recharge your energy.

Ugh, what kind of meat is this? It's so dry and tasteless I can't swallow it!

Bear with it. Your energy is depleted, and you need to eat to recharge.

If you don't, there's no way you'll make it through the rest of the mission.

I can't stomach it at all... Ugh, I feel like I'm going to throw up after the fight.

Are you alright? Here, have a sip of some water. By the way, where are you all from?

I don't feel so good.

We're from Utgard.

Ah, Utgard! The spices you season your grilled meat with are pretty special. They honor its natural flavor without overwhelming it.

Hmm, lucky for you I have some spices from Utgard with me.

This might help with the taste.

What a delightful smell! Is that... rosemary? Utgard's signature rosemary?

That's right, I think I'm getting my appetite back. I'll give it a try... Hey, that's not bad!

Wow, a taste of home out here, it's like I've been revived!

Utgard rosemary, huh? Master, where did you get this?

I brought this back from a mission in Utgard. And I've got plenty of other spices too.

At first, I just loved grilled meat. Whenever I was assigned to a new mission, I'd always hunt down the best local BBQ.

As time went on, I began collecting spices from different regions to bring back the unforgettable flavors of those meals.

And now, it seems that grilled meat has proven useful even in combat.

You can't underestimate the power of good BBQ!

Thank goodness for those spices! Otherwise, I don't think we could endure such bland meat and dry rations.

The Union's compressed rations leave much to be desired.

Maybe we could drop a hint to logistics about bringing in more regional flavors and variety to the meals.

Everyone, eat well. You'll need your strength to face Miramons and protect the others.

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These are...

Spicy hot pot-flavor?! That's one of my top three favorite seasonings!

Go on, eat up. We've got a long mission ahead.

Once this is all over, I'll take you all to an amazing BBQ joint!

It's a deal.

Master, if you're such a foodie, why not start a blog to share all the unique dishes you've experienced around the world?

That's a great idea! Just imagining all the food waiting for me to try makes me excited for the next mission.

Now, what should I name my blog...

How about "World of Meats"? Because, let's face it, meat and BBQ are the greatest!