Ladon System
Pax Dracon

Physical education was important in the Treecuu society, and being able to defend yourself in hand-to-hand combat was its most important implementation. Teemas hadn't exactly excelled in the self-defence courses, but she remembered the correct way of inspecting weapons of this kind. She respectfully accepted the sword with a slight bow. Holding it level with both hands, she first inspected the edges, then she gently bended it. Then she tested its balance by alternating her grip, careful not to drop it.

"It is exquisite, Emperor. It will be the first object to be displayed at the new centre for external affairs on Ecteen, the capital world, a historical and symbolic object from the first civilisation we have formal diplomatic relations with. A truly historical event. We hope you will consider establishing an embassy there one day."