The high scribe raised his staff in feeble defense, but one blow from the golem’s sword knocked the weapon from Niln’s hands. The automaton thrust forward again, and while attempting a desperate dodge, Niln reached out and slapped the training golem across the face. Whatever spells animated the golem had not prepared it for a slap to the face, and its assault halted in the confusion. “Did I break it?” asked Niln. The golem reached out and slapped him across the face as its mimicry enchantments activated. Niln slapped it in return. Scribe and golem traded another round of smacks, gave each
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