Here we are, indeed. You probably haven't had the chance to read the "newbie guide" yet. That's a good place to start, but if you have any questions, I'll try to answer. I've only been here a month myself.

[she gives a friendly smile back]

You're really good. I'm good at hand-to-hand combat, but this was my first time using a weapon.

[her first time killing, too. back home, her friends would be aghast]