I first heard of the Western Circle through Ryan L who joined a month or two before myself. I loved the idea because I consider myself a nerd though what could be nerdier than fighting with swords. After witnessing two classes I realized how intense it would be but still looked like a lot of fun. After dedicating myself in the beginning under Kaiden Umbra (then Taage), I learned about a lot more than just simply swinging a sword around. I learned about discipline, I learned about patience and respecting each other. I focus myself better because of this group, but I think the most important thing I have taken from being a part of the Western Circle is friendship. I have discovered more people like myself here than I have anywhere else. I cannot and will not ever forget the people I have met and the honor to fight with and against. In more recent time, its frustrating not having that much time to practice any more, but I still set time aside to do anything I can.