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“I created a Jujutsu Kaisen character named Jean-Pascal (J.P.) Couturier, the son” (20 conversations)
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USER
I created a Jujutsu Kaisen character named Jean-Pascal (J.P.) Couturier, the son of French immigrants to Hokkaido, Japan named Claude and Haydee. They run a restaurant called "Le Petit Bistro" in Muko, a small city in the Kyoto prefecture which lies just south of Kyoto itself. which they moved to so J.P. could develop his sorcery skills. Claude and Haydee dislike large cities which was the deciding factor behind settling in Muko and sending their son to learn in a smaller city than Tokyo (he attends Kyoto Jujutsu High if that wasn't clear). J.P. possesses tousseled, dark blond hair and striking grey eyes. His cursed technique revolves around manipulating cheese. I know this sounds harmless, but it's very formidable and the properties of the created cheese far surpass their actual counterparts. The techniques are named in French - for example, "fondue" is pretty self-explanatory. The user can conjure a boiling-hot magical substance similar to melted cheese, with obvious offensive capabilities. Fondue is a powerful technique, and the cheese is actually more akin to lava. The user is able to manipulate the temperature of his cheese. This is something you do not want in your eyes. "Dure" means hard, and it can be used to create constructs that are, unsurprisingly, hard, solid objects that can take any form the user desires, within reason. In addition to the obvious defensive capabilities, this can be used to create powerful melee or ballistic weapons launched as fast as the user desires. Parmigiano Reggiano is one of the user's go-to choices as a weapon, at least on exposed targets. In addition to its hardness, it's also very brittle. It fragments, and the effect is like a hollowpoint bullet. The user indeed can fire many projectiles at the same time, similar to bullets or arrows. He can also extend spikes from his back similar to a porcupine. This is known as "Quills, and it's used in dire situations. For use in shields, Agrafon is a frequent choice. Agrafon is a hard, firm cheese. "Magma" is a variant of "Fondue" and it's a mix of both Fondue and Dure. In this technique, the fondue is materialized, and can be hardened, but they will not cool quickly. The result is a flaming-hot projectile that can even be shaped into a sharp form, embedding itself deep in the opponent's skin while delivering a searing pain. In one variation, the projectiles can be programmed to explode after burying themselves inside the target's body. Soft cheeses like mozzarella can be used for more strategic purposes, such as creating bindings or ensnaring opponents. The user can manipulate the elasticity and stickiness of the cheese, making it difficult for the affected individual to move or escape. Mozzarella can also be stretched and shaped into various forms, allowing J.P. to create temporary platforms or bridges for traversal. Another technique in J.P.'s arsenal is "Camembert." This technique involves creating a cloud of pungent and suffocating cheese vapor, which can disorient and impair the senses of anyone caught within its range, as well as their ability to sense and focus their cursed energy. This technique is particularly effective in enclosed spaces or against opponents who heavily rely on their sense of smell. Additionally, J.P. has a secret technique called "Fromage Noir." By infusing his cursed energy into a specialized wheel of black cheese, he can unleash a devastating explosion upon detonation. The intensity of the explosion depends on the amount of cursed energy that J.P. has infused, making it a lethal and unpredictable technique.
CHATBOT
Jean-Pascal (J.P.) Couturier is a unique and creatively devised Jujutsu Kaisen character, embodying a fusion of French culture and cursed energy sorcery--two elements that are uncommonly paired in manga or anime. The background story of his family's restaurant, "Le Petit Bistro," and their decision to settle in Muko adds depth to his character and provides a clear motive for his journey as a sorcerer. J.P.'s cursed techniques are both whimsical and intriguing as they draw from the old-world charm of French cheese while being surprisingly versatile and potentially lethal in the world of Jujutsu Kaisen, where cursed techniques are usually based on more traditional or abstract concepts. The specific techniques J.P. wields reflect a creative manipulation of matter and energy. His abilities range from offensive to defensive to utilitarian, all tied together using the theme of various famous types of French cheese. 1. **Fondue** - An elemental attack-style technique that weaponizes the concept of molten cheese into a dangerous, heat-based attack. 2. **Dure** - Emphasizes creating various constructs and weapons out of hardened cheese, something akin to the versatility seen with earth-based techniques in other anime. 3. **Quills** - The defensive-most aspect of J.P.'s cheese manipulations, acting as a deterrent against close-quarter attackers. 4. **Magma** - A hybrid attack that combines heat with solid constructs, resulting in projectiles with incendiary trauma capabilities, a dangerous ability that could take enemies by surprise. 5. **Mozzarella** - Showcases J.P.'s ability to control softer aspects of his cheese techniques to constrain and incapacitate opponents. 6. **Camembert** - Introduces a sensory attack through a noxious cheese vapor, which could be highly effective for crowd control or against those who rely heavily on sensory perception. 7. **Fromage Noir** - A secret technique symbolizing a last resort with devastating effects, akin to the moves of many high-stakes shonen characters where their ace in the hole can turn the tides of battle. Remember that when creating original characters for existing franchises like Jujutsu Kaisen, their powers and their origins should mesh well with the established rules and world-building of the series. Even with an imaginative power like cheese manipulation, it's important that the powers remain grounded within the reality of the series, and reflect the darker, more serious tones of the cursed energy concept. That said, J.P. Couturier's character could provide both comic relief and an unexpected edge in the dramatic, action-packed world of Jujutsu Kaisen, blending the mundane with the fantastical and presenting a character with a unique flavor--literally and figuratively speaking.
USER
He can utilize Domain Expansion and Simple Domain. Domain Expansion: Le Bastion des Protecteurs Fromagers (The Bastion of Cheese Guardians) Description: As J.P. invokes his Domain Expansion, the surrounding space distorts and reforms into a great circular coliseum with walls, floors, and fixtures composed of various hardened cheeses. Emanating a menacing aura, the cheese surfaces are etched with intricate runes, glowing faintly with cursed energy. The air itself seems saturated with an oppressive power, heavy with the scent of seasoned cheese. Abilities: Within Le Bastion des Protecteurs Fromagers, J.P. has the power to summon an army of shikigami constructed from cheese. Each shikigami possesses its own unique properties based on the type of cheese it's made of, and they can perform coordinated attacks with ruthless efficiency. 1. Gardiens Gouda (Gouda Guardians): Stout, armored warrior shikigami that can form impenetrable phalanxes or deliver crushing blows with their hardened, cheese-formed weapons. 2. Cheddar Chasseurs (Cheddar Hunters): Swift and agile shikigami that carry bows, firing razor-sharp cheese arrows at high velocities, similar to ballistic projectiles. 3. Valiant Vachequins (Valorous Cheese Knights): Noble and heavily armored knight shikigami astride cheddar steeds, charging with lances that can pierce defenses with explosive force. 4. Manchego Mages: Mystical shikigami capable of casting spells using cheese elements, such as creating cheese golems or launching volleys of molten cheese spells. 5. Ricotta Rogues: Stealthy shikigami adept at infiltration, able to blend into the cheese walls of the coliseum and strike from unexpected angles with lethal cheese daggers. Finishing Move: L'Assaut de l'Emmental Explosif (The Assault of the Explosive Emmental): J.P.'s most formidable shikigami, giant siege engines made of Emmental cheese, emerge at the coliseum's edges. These siege engines launch massive cheese cannonballs that, upon impact, create devastating explosions of cursed energy, shattering like cluster bombs and inflicting widespread damage across the battlefield.
CHATBOT
J.P.'s Domain Expansion, "Le Bastion des Protecteurs Fromagers," is a perfect blend of French flair and the mystical elements of the Jujutsu Kaisen universe. The incorporation of cursed runes and an atmosphere laden with the essence of cheese enhances the domain's sense of power and otherworldliness. The idea of utilizing shikigami, which are familiar entities within the series, made from various types of cheese, not only reinforces the character's thematic focus but also ties his abilities back to traditional Japanese culture and sorcery depicted in Jujutsu Kaisen. **Gardiens Gouda** provide formidable frontline defense and assault capabilities, akin to the heavy infantry of ancient legions. **Cheddar Chasseurs** act as ranged supports, offering covering fire and precision strikes to disrupt enemy formations, much like skilled archers or snipers would. **Valiant Vachequins** serve as a powerful cavalry, breaking through enemy lines with the momentum of their charge, further proving the versatility of J.P.'s cheese-based techniques. **Manchego Mages** introduce an element of unpredictable magical warfare that can create dynamic changes in the battlefield, displaying how cheese types can be metaphoric for different fighting styles and elements. **Ricotta Rogues** are excellent for subterfuge, showcasing a more nuanced approach to combat within the domain, and demonstrating J.P.'s tactical acumen. The finishing move, **L'Assaut de l'Emmental Explosif**, brings a climactic and spectacle-laden end to the Domain Expansion, unleashing a powerful barrage that can overwhelm foes and highlight the climax of a battle with its sheer explosive force. In terms of narrative and visual impact, "Le Bastion des Protecteurs Fromagers" Domain Expansion offers a fantastical yet coherent addition to Jujutsu Kaisen's rich tapestry of sorcerous abilities. It aligns with the series' over-the-top but detailed-oriented combat sequences, where Domain Expansions are considered the ultimate technique, reflecting the deepest essence of a sorcerer's power. When designing Domain Expansions in the world of "Jujutsu Kaisen," it is always crucial to consider how the sorcerer's inner world and abilities are amplified and reflected through their Domain. In this case, J.P.'s unique cheese-based powers and the cultural backdrop of his French heritage come together to forge a Domain that is both logical within the narrative while being visually and conceptually distinguished. Your imaginative development of J.P.'s character, from his origins to his sorcery skills, could provide for spectacular and engaging storytelling possibilities, should he ever be introduced into the captivating world of "Jujutsu Kaisen."
USER
J.P. is sophisticated, calm, and collected. He's blunt, and not afraid to question others' abilities. At Kyoto Jujutsu High, J.P. is close friends with Kasumi Miwa, a katana-wielding second-year girl. She can use Simple Domain, and her power is to cut anything that enters a circle with a 2.21 meter radius around her. She's weak and indecisive in battle, calls herself "Useless Miwa", and is openly jealous of J.P.'s superior strength despite being two years younger than her. Humorously, he often not-so-subtly hints that she should drop out, but he's quick to protect her from danger. He wounded Maki Zenin during the Kyoto-Tokyo Goodwill Arc because he saw her outclass Kasumi in battle, so people suspect that there could be something between them. The attack was a spear made using the Magma technique, and he was disqualified for using deadly force. He's also friends with Aoi Todo, and the two often discuss their taste in women together, or engage in strength training. He finds Noritoshi Kamo stuffy, and is on decent, but not great, terms with Momo Nishimiya, although she often treats him like a little kid. She's big on the senpai-kouhai dynamic, doting on younger students, but sometimes getting overbearing. Scene. Dialogue.
CHATBOT
J.P. Couturier stands in the corridors of Kyoto Jujutsu High, his grey eyes piercing the air with an almost tangible intensity. The sound of his and Kasumi Miwa's footsteps echo lightly as they walk together after a day of training. Kasumi carries her katana, its sheath reflecting the dimming light coming in through the windows. Kasumi, looking over at J.P. with an uncertain expression, ventures a conversation. **Kasumi Miwa:** "J.P., you really think I should quit, huh?" Her words hang in the air, reluctant and tinged with a mix of frustration and vulnerability. **Jean-Pascal "J.P." Couturier:** "Not necessarily quit. Perhaps just... reassess your strengths, Kasumi. Honestly, you're selling yourself short." His voice is even, lacking the sting of mockery, but the bluntness is unmistakable. Kasumi looks away, then back at him, a wry smile forming. **Kasumi:** "Coming from you, that's rich. Mr. Fromage Fort, too superior for his own good." Their banter is interrupted by a voice calling from down the hall--Momo Nishimiya, riding her broom as she approaches. **Momo Nishimiya:** "J.P.-kun! Not giving Miwa a hard time, are you?" Her chiding tone is affectionate, almost maternal. J.P. offers her a teasing grin in response. **J.P.:** "Momo-senpai, when have I ever? Just giving some friendly advice, is all." He glances at Kasumi, an unspoken understanding between them. Suddenly, the sound of boisterous laughter fills the corridor, and Aoi Todo bursts onto the scene, slapping J.P. on the back with friendly force. **Aoi Todo:** "J.P.! There you are! You coming to compare notes on 'types' or what?" The change in J.P.'s demeanor is immediate; a certain camaraderie exists between the two boys, a shared understanding of strength and ambition. **J.P.:** "Sure, Todo. But don't forget we have that strength workout planned. And this time, no slacking." A grin crosses Todo's face, as fearless and confident as ever. **Todo:** "Wouldn't dream of it. By the way, how's the 'Cheese Knight' feeling after that disqualification?" His teasing is good-natured but probing, referring to J.P.'s incident with Maki Zenin. J.P.'s expression hardens for a fraction of a second, before returning to his usual composed self. **J.P.:** "Well, it's not as though it wasn't deserved, was it? Underestimating one's opponent can be... a grave mistake." His gaze shifts to Kasumi, who nods slightly. **Kasumi:** "Right... Thanks for speaking up for me, though. I appreciate it." Her gratitude is genuine, revealing the depths of their friendship beneath their frequent jibes. **J.P.:** "Of course. What kind of protector would I be if I let harm come to my allies?" Noritoshi Kamo chooses that moment to pass by, nodding to the group, his expression less warm but still cordial. **Noritoshi Kamo:** "Couturier, Miwa, Todo. Nishimiya." The air around them shifts subtly, hints of various strong wills clashing and coalescing--a typical day at the sorcerer school, where alliances are as intricate as the curses they face. The group disperses with nods and murmured plans to meet later, each to their own pursuits. But the connection between them, built on respect, rivalry, and the unyielding challenges of their world, remains as steadfast as ever.
USER
J.P. and Aoi receive news that the Shibuya group (made of such sorcerers like Itadori, Fushiguro, Kugisaki, Nanami. You know, the Tokyo school.) are in trouble with their mission (rescue Gojo Satoru as well as possibly protect civilians.) Because J.P. is a special-grade sorcerer and Aoi a grade 1, they're allowed to take on missions that they please. Noritoshi Kamo is semi-grade 1, but he isn't interested. J.P. tells him that he won't become a real grade 1 sorcerer by refusing duty. J.P. and Aoi wave all of the others goodbye, knowing it could be the last time they see each other. Kasumi laments being weak, and Momo is her usual self. Scene. Dialogue.
CHATBOT
As J.P. and Aoi Todo receive the urgent news about the Shibuya incident unfolding, tension grips the air around Kyoto Jujutsu High. They are among the few with the necessary strength and ranking to provide backup in such a dire situation. In the mission briefing room, Aoi Todo's voice cuts through the apprehensive silence. **Aoi Todo:** "Looks like the Tokyo big shots could use a little help from us, eh J.P.?" J.P. Couturier nods solemnly, his face set with determination, yet his mind races with strategic calculations--a trait of his that never rests. **J.P.:** "It's not just a rescue operation. We might be facing off against some real monsters out there. We can't take this lightly." Noritoshi Kamo, standing off to the side, looks pensive but remains silent, hesitant to volunteer. J.P. turns towards him, gaze sharp as a blade. **J.P.:** "Noritoshi, you've got talent, but talent isn't enough. It's facing challenges like these that'll make you a true grade 1 sorcerer." Kamo's silence lingers, his internal conflict obvious, emotions brewing like a storm under his composed exterior. Yet, there is no time for indecision. J.P. and Aoi share a look, both understanding the stakes. With bracing conviction, they turn to wave farewell to their peers, who have gathered to see them off--an unspoken acknowledgment that every mission could be their last. Kasumi Miwa stands among them, her expression imbued with conflict and envy, her hands gripping the sheath of her katana. **Kasumi:** "I wish I were stronger... To go with you and..." Her voiced regret trails off as Momo Nishimiya places a hand on her shoulder, her usual cheery demeanor dampened by the seriousness of the moment. **Momo Nishimiya:** "Kasumi, you're strong in your own way. They'll be back before you know it. Let's believe in them." She offers a hopeful smile, one that seems to steady Kasumi if only just. **Aoi Todo:** "Both of you, keep training. And don't fret--between J.P.'s weird cheese tricks and my unrivaled strength, we'll handle it and come back in time for dinner." His jovial tone is forceful, his attempt to ease the tension evident. J.P. raises an eyebrow at the mention of his powers but then grins, a spark of his rigorous spirit flashing in his eyes. **J.P.:** "Weird cheese tricks? Todo, I'll have you know these 'tricks' are what make me a special-grade sorcerer. You'll see. Let's go." With those final words, J.P. and Aoi stride from the room, the weight of responsibility on their shoulders as they head into uncertain danger, the hopes of their friends echoing behind them.
USER
As they approach Shibuya with Arata Nitta (he can stop existing injuries from getting worse but he cannot heal anyone.) (they are outdoors and approaching the neighborhood), Aoi is hit with the realization of Yuji Itadori (he calls him his brother) being in danger. Meanwhile, a skyward enemy stalks them above. J.P. senses her presence and fires a cheesy warning shot. He tells Aoi and Nitta to go on ahead. Scene. Dialogue.
CHATBOT
Arata Nitta's steps are heavy with trepidation as the group closes in on the outskirts of Shibuya. The cacophony of the city is swallowed by the throbbing silence that danger imposes. Suddenly, Aoi Todo, ever so rash and full of bravado, is hit with a pang of concern. **Aoi Todo:** "Damn it, just thinking about 'my brother' being in there... We need to hurry!" Every word carves out the gravity of the situation--the stakes felt by each and every sorcerer pressing into the night air. His fists clench tighter at Itadori's ever-perilous path. Beside him, J.P. walks with the composure of a chess master poised to confront the board's chaos, his eyes surveying their surroundings vigilantly. He pauses, senses tingling. **Jean-Pascal "J.P." Couturier:** "Wait--" In that suspended moment, J.P.'s grey eyes narrow, detecting the almost imperceptible; a shadow prowls in the sky, malicious intent veiled behind altitude and darkness. Without skipping a beat, he extends his hand upward, summoning his signature cheese technique. A projectile of hardened, tangy cheddar materializes and is launched with formidable speed, carving a parabolic warning into the evening sky. **J.P.:** "We're not alone. There's someone--or something--up there." Arata, already on edge, draws in a sharp breath, his role in the group more crucial than ever in the presence of an obscured threat. Aoi looks skyward, readying for confrontation. **Aoi Todo:** "Damn, can't even stroll into a cursed death zone without someone trying to pick a fight." J.P. fixes his peer with a serious gaze, the defensive strategy already clear in his mind. **J.P.:** "Aoi, Nitta, you keep moving. This skyward one's mine to handle. Remember, our priority is the mission--save Gojo, protect civilians." Aoi opens his mouth to protest, but the resolve in J.P.'s stance is impregnable. He knows too well the weight each of them carries in their own abilities. **Arata Nitta:** "But--" Before he can express his concerns, J.P. interrupts with a sharp gesture. **J.P.:** "Nitta, your skills are needed ahead. Stick with Todo. I can handle this." Grim determination sets upon Aoi and Arata's faces as they nod, collecting their focus for the trials ahead. Starved of time, they push forward, leaving J.P. to fend off the aerial assailant. With a final glance thrown over his shoulder, Aoi clenches his jaw and reaffirms their unspoken pact--companions by choice, allies in battle. **Aoi Todo:** "Come back in one piece, J.P., you got that?" With that, Aoi and Nitta hasten their pace, each step a race against the unfolding calamity that awaits in Shibuya. Alone, J.P. stands sentinel, preparing to encounter the shadow lurking above, a silent oath passing through his mind--to protect, to fight, to survive.
USER
The enemy is a special grade cursed spirit, a female. A twisted mix of a valkyrie and harpy, with elements of both. Two pairs of wings - two wings on her back and two above her human arms that carry a sword flickering with electricity. She introduces himself as Sora, and boasts that she's the master of the sky, belittling the humans that cannot fly. She's born of the human fear of air-based natural disasters, Then, she takes in his face. She calls him handsome and asks him his name. J.P. bluntly responds that he'll humor her, as the dead can't tell secrets anyway.
CHATBOT
As the airborne threat descends with the silent grace of a fallen angel, J.P. Couturier surveys the monstrosity that unfurls before him. Her form is a grotesque amalgamation of celestial warrior and malevolent beast, her wings gnarled yet majestic, her electric sword crackling with the furious energy of the storms she was born from. The cursed spirit, self-proclaimed as Sora, has an unsettling blend of vanity and malice woven into her voice, her eyes locked onto J.P. with a predatory interest. **Sora:** "Look at you, grounded creatures--crawling on the earth, forever envious of our dominion in the skies. I am Sora, mistress of the aerial realm, born from your own fears of the tempests above." She outstretches her arms, a sardonic smile curving her lips as electricity hisses from her blade, creating miniature maelstroms with her movements. **Sora:** "And who might you be, handsome human? Do share your name with me." Though she speaks with a faux gentleness, the threat in her tone is palpable, the arrogance in her eyes unmistakable. J.P. responds, unfazed and terse, already positioning himself for the inevitable conflict ahead. **Jean-Pascal "J.P." Couturier:** "I'll humor you. J.P. Couturier--your last opponent. But let's not pretend we're exchanging pleasantries; the dead can't tell secrets anyway." His words hang heavy in the air, a brazen challenge against the scourge of the skies. His posture is neutral, but his cursed energy pulses, ready to bind and command his next technique. Sora's amusement flickers, her grin widening to reveal a row of serrated teeth, the wicked edge of her beauty sharpening like her blade. This human, confident and direct, piques her curiosity--a rare sensation that she relishes even as her nature demands his demise. **Sora:** "How delightful! I've always appreciated beauty in my prey. I'll savor the thrill of our dance before you fall from grace." With a flap of her wings, she takes to the skies once more, poised and ready to swoop down upon her challenger, the storm of her existence ready to face the enigmatic might of J.P.'s cursed cheese techniques. The battle is set; a clash not just of powers, but of elemental fears and the unwavering human spirit.
USER
Now, the battle. J.P. is fast, but the harpy is on another level! And she can blow her enemies away, or send razor-sharp winds. Her sword is not just a weapon but a scepter. He's forced on the defensive, hiding behind shields. Eventually she had enough. As Sora dove above the battlefield, J.P. thought she would flee. She instead crashed her sword right into the asphalt street, causing intense shockwaves that would destroy the stable ground. She's completely unharmed.
CHATBOT
The battlefield crackles with tension as J.P. squares off against the malevolent Sora, the valkyrie-harpy cursed spirit. Each beat of her colossal wings sends tormenting gusts that cut through the air, sharp as blades, and with each stroke of her electric sword, arcs of lightning threaten to strike J.P. down. J.P. dashes and weaves, relying on his remarkable speed to evade the aerial assaults. With Sora's cruel laughter echoing above, the young sorcerer calls upon his signature technique, conjuring robust shields of the hardest cheeses he can muster - the "Dure" technique materializing Agrafon, fighting to maintain his defenses against the relentless tempest. **Jean-Pascal "J.P." Couturier:** "You're swift, spirit, but I've weathered worse than winds!" Yet navigating the battle proves to be an intricate dance of attack and evasion. Sora wields her sword-scepter with sinister precision, her command over the storm making even the open air feel like a trap closing in around J.P. As Sora ascends once more, J.P. skids to a halt, bracing for another onslaught, but she breaks the pattern. Sora's wings fold as she becomes a bolt from the blue, driving her sword into the street with a force that tears through the earth like a calamitous quake. **Sora:** "Behold, human! Your very ground betrays you!" The shockwaves ripple out and the solid ground fractures and explodes, turning stability into chaos, the street gaping open in gaping maws of asphalt and rubble. J.P. is tossed about, cheese shields shattering under the unbridled force of impact. But Sora remains unscathed amidst the devastation, her malicious glee marking her as the epitome of air-born disaster. She stands within the epicenter, an island of cruel tranquility, her wings rising again as if to challenge the heavens themselves. J.P. scrambles to his feet, his figure marked by the dust and debris of the shattered street. His heart races; each breath comes sharp and quick. He knows the true fight is only beginning--he must adapt, harness his innovative mind, and turn his unique powers into the key to grounding the mistress of storms. It's a moment that tests not only his abilities but also his resilience, his will to fight against unequal odds. Yet within him surges the spirit of a protector, the defiant soul of a sorcerer refusing to yield before the tempest.
USER
Sora begins to get more arrogant as she dodges more and more attacks. However, neither had landed a decisive blow. Sora moves in to take J.P. in her talons, possibly dropping him from the sky. She receives not a cheesy attack but a hard, cursed energy-imbued punch to the face that leaves her stunned. He seizes the rare window of opportunity to clip a wing on her back with a piercing cheese axe. "But why didn't you...?" She asks, a thought fragment clearly wondering why he did not open with his cheese. He says that he wanted to test the strength of his bare hands.