Every Breath They Take (Gandalf)

[Hoots Rowlet]

Awhile later you arrive inside a decent sized but crude village covered in snow.

[Manah]

Gandalf

"Hmm. It looks like we have arrived at our destination", he observed, glancing at the houses around them thoughtfully. "I wonder whom we should ask about those breathing techniques we were told about."

[Hoots Rowlet]

"I can teach you a thing or two." An old man in robes says walking up.

[Manah]

Gandalf

"Is that so? ...Interesting", Gandalf said, intrigued. "I am Gandalf. May I ask to whom I owe the pleasure?"

[Hoots Rowlet]

"Kanjuro Kamado. I'm something akin to the mayor of this village, and a guardian of the breathing styles passed down from generation to generation by the final Demon Slayers themselves." He said.

[Manah]

Gandalf

"The mayor? My, that is quite an honor, being offered such training by one of such importance. However, we wouldn't want to impose or trouble your duties. Are you sure it's okay?" Gandalf asked.

[Hoots Rowlet]

"It's no problem... I have knack for finding trusworthy people, and you just smell of good intentions." He said.

[Manah]

Gandalf

The wizard smiled. "If in doubt, always follow your nose", he said. "Very well. Where shall we begin?"

[Hoots Rowlet]

"Follow me." He said leading you to a large rock. "Consider this a benchmark... When you can cut clean through this boulder, your training is complete... Now here is what you need to know. These are special breathing techniques designed to enhance normal humans to levels comparable to the demons of old by maximizing oxygen intake." He began.

[Manah]

Gandalf

Intrigued, the wizard considered the stone with curiosity. "Those breathing techniques can allow one to cut through stone? That is impressive", he pondered. "With any blade?"

[Hoots Rowlet]

"As long as its made of steel or better, then yes."