I've always been somewhat on the leaner side, and I suppose, compared to any of the knights, I'm probably considered downright scrawny, or, heaven forbid, girly.

But size isn't everything. I can look after myself.

Mostly.

Well, if I use magic, anyway.

But that's not the point.

I may be delicate – no, too girly... er, slightly built? – but is it really such a surprise that I can bash someone with a sword and knock them out? I'm not completely useless, after all.

Maybe I should actually poke someone with a sword, rather than bash them next time.

There's a thought.