The morning air was crisp as Naresh and Arav stood on the training grounds. The sun barely peeked over the horizon, casting long shadows across the field. Naresh held a wooden staff, spinning it lazily as he addressed Arav.

“It’s time you start learning the basics of Aakasha Vidya,” Naresh said, his voice calm but firm. “These are ten fundamental techniques practiced for cultivators with Aakasha Prana not just in our Solstice Sect, but in sects across the lands—east, west, and beyond.”

Arav nodded, his curiosity piqued. “So, they’re universal?”

“Yes,” Naresh confirmed. “No matter where you go, these techniques form the backbone of martial arts training(In case of Aakasha prana). But don’t mistake their simplicity for weakness. Mastering them is harder than it looks.”

Naresh planted the staff into the ground and gestured for Arav to step back. “Watch closely. I’ll demonstrate each one, but it’ll be up to you to practice and perfect them. Ready?”

Arav cracked his knuckles. “Always.”

1. Sky Leap (Aakash Udaan)

Naresh crouched slightly, gathering energy, and then launched himself into the air with a powerful vertical jump. At the peak of his leap, he twisted mid-air and came crashing down with a downward kick that created a gust of wind.

He landed gracefully, brushing imaginary dust off his shoulder. “This is Sky Leap,” Naresh said. “It’s straightforward but effective. Use it to gain the high ground or deliver a surprise aerial attack.”

Arav tilted his head. “Looks simple enough.”

“Simple?” Naresh raised an eyebrow. “Try it.”

Arav mimicked Naresh’s stance, jumped, and attempted the kick—but his landing was clumsy, and he stumbled forward.

“Simple, huh?” Naresh smirked. “Your balance is off. Your kick lacked focus. Try again, and this time, remember—it’s not about jumping high. It’s about control.”

2. Cloud Spin (Megh Vritt)

Naresh performed a smooth mid-air spin, transitioning effortlessly into a mock kick that sliced through the air. “This is Cloud Spin. It’s not just for offense—it’s an excellent way to evade attacks and disorient your opponent.”

Arav scratched his head. “How do you spin that fast without losing balance?”

“Momentum,” Naresh replied. “And practice. Lots of it. Your turn.”

Arav attempted the spin but ended up landing awkwardly on his side.

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Naresh shook his head. “You’re stiff. Loosen up. Flow with the air, not against it.”

3. Wind Swing (Vayu Jhula)

Naresh grabbed a rope hanging from a nearby pole and swung gracefully, releasing mid-swing to deliver a powerful kick into a practice dummy. The dummy flew backward, scattering hay everywhere.

“This is Wind Swing,” Naresh said, letting the rope dangle. “It’s about timing. The swing gives you speed and power, but if you don’t release at the right moment…” He gestured at another dummy and deliberately swung into it, colliding awkwardly.

Arav laughed. “Got it. Timing is everything.”

“Good. Now, show me.”

4. Eagle Dive (Garuda Aakraman)

Naresh climbed a low platform, leapt off, and delivered a devastating downward punch to the ground below. “Eagle Dive,” he announced. “Emulate the precision of an eagle. Aim for a single, decisive strike.”

Arav climbed the platform and hesitated. “What if I miss?”

Naresh folded his arms. “Then you’ll learn not to miss.”

5. Bamboo Vault (Baans Uchaal)

Using the staff as a makeshift pole, Naresh vaulted over Arav and struck an imaginary enemy from behind.

“Bamboo Vault isn’t just about fancy acrobatics,” Naresh explained. “It’s about repositioning yourself for a tactical advantage. In a fight, the right angle can mean everything.”

Arav grabbed the staff and attempted the vault, barely clearing the imaginary opponent.

“Not bad for a first try,” Naresh admitted. “But next time, try not to look like a sack of potatoes.”

6. Mist Feint (Dhundh Chal)

Naresh feigned a punch, then pivoted smoothly into a real strike.

“Mist Feint,” he said. “Deception is your ally. Make your opponent second-guess themselves, and the fight is as good as over.”

Arav smirked. “Finally, something I’m good at.”

“Don’t get cocky,” Naresh warned. “Even the best feints fail if your opponent’s sharper than you.”

7. Horizon Flip (Kshitij Palat)

Naresh executed a front flip and landed in a crouch, sweeping his leg out in a wide arc. “Horizon Flip. Use it to unbalance your opponent. Precision is key—too low, and you’re vulnerable; too high, and you’ll miss entirely.”

Arav tried it and managed the flip but missed the sweep entirely.

Naresh chuckled. “Close, but not quite. You’re a natural at flipping, though. Maybe I should just teach you circus tricks instead.”

8. Thunder Drop (Bijli Pratibha)

Naresh climbed a rope and descended rapidly, delivering a knee strike into a dummy with enough force to crack its wooden frame.

“Thunder Drop,” he explained. “It’s all about harnessing gravity to your advantage.”

Arav eyed the rope nervously. “And if I fall?”

“Then you’ll learn faster,” Naresh said with a grin.

9. Swirling Breeze (Ghoomti Hawa)

Naresh spun around a pole, building momentum before launching into a spinning kick. “Swirling Breeze enhances speed and power. The trick is to keep your center of gravity steady.”

Arav attempted it but ended up dizzy and stumbling.

“Drink some water,” Naresh said, shaking his head. “And try again later.”

10. Cliff Edge (Chattan Kinara)

Naresh balanced on a narrow beam and launched precise strikes at imaginary foes.

“Cliff Edge isn’t just about fighting—it’s about mastering balance and focus. One misstep, and it’s over.”

Arav stepped onto the beam and wobbled immediately.

“Focus,” Naresh barked. “The world doesn’t stop spinning just because you’re nervous.”

After hours of practice, Arav collapsed onto the ground, drenched in sweat.

“Why do all these techniques feel impossible?” he groaned.

Naresh leaned against his staff. “Because they are—at first. These are the basics of Aakasha Vidya, Arav. They aren’t meant to be easy. But once you master them, you’ll understand why they’re the foundation of every sect in the world.”

Arav looked up, determination burning in his eyes. “Then I’ll master them. All of them.”

Naresh smirked. “Good. Because this was the easy part.”

Arav groaned but couldn’t help the small grin forming on his face. The path ahead was daunting but fun.