[X] Head on
-[X] This is the time to, unironically put your trust in god. Right now you're training as safe as you can get with live blades, and this sword you face is a manifestation of god's will. Don't go all out, but let your soul shine as you fight and perhaps against this blade and this person you'll learn something important. That's ultimately what you're about isn't it?
[X] Caution has served you well so far -[X] It would not do to underestimate a Sword that can kill a really big, capital-D Dragon, despite looking like a regular sword. You will parry with all the care you would bring up if that Sword was hellfire and you a snowman. Use your full skill, draw deep on your Essence and fight like this is a matter of life and death.