"These are subtleties, but I did design it with more than one focus in mind. Its ultimate purpose is to serve as a beginner's sword, but it is also not so simple. I do like to challenge myself." This is true. He doesn't like to cut corners or go easy on himself. He wants to make the best things. He inclines his head at her praise and appreciation, and a fire-like light flickers over him.
"You're correct, that's precisely what it's supposed to do. It sensed your will, which came from my request. I'm pleased to hear that. Now—I would like you to try striking me again, but while experiencing a strong feeling—something not directly related to battle, like sadness or joy which comes from something else entirely. I would like to see how emotion might affect a sword I made in this world."
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"You're correct, that's precisely what it's supposed to do. It sensed your will, which came from my request. I'm pleased to hear that. Now—I would like you to try striking me again, but while experiencing a strong feeling—something not directly related to battle, like sadness or joy which comes from something else entirely. I would like to see how emotion might affect a sword I made in this world."