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Compare [[Training From Hell]], [[Taught By Experience]], [[I Know Mortal Kombat]], [[Chekhov's Skill]]. May also double as a form of [[Physical Fitness Punishment]]. When the mundane task comes at the end of your training, it's [[When You Snatch the Pebble]]. The teacher is often a [[Magical Asian]].

 

 

== Anime & Manga ==

* In ''[[Heralds of Valdemar|By the Sword]]'', Kero's training with Tarma begins with a whole lot of chopping wood. She doesn't seem to resent it, but she does eventually get curious when Tarma starts having her chop wood that's been set up in oddly specific configurations, at which point Tarma finally gets around to explaining the specific purpose of the exercise.

* In ''A Matter Of Thorns'' ([[Forgotten Realms|Realms of Infamy]]) by James M. Ward a [[Knight Errant]] explains his approach:

'''Tomkin''': Yes, sir, I'll always serve you to the best of my ability. I'll do whatever you tell me to do, Sir Ganithar.<br />

'''Ganithar''': No, no, lad. That's not what I want. Try to ''anticipate'' what I need. Anticipation is vital in a warrior, too. Figure out what I need and respond to me before I ask. I'll teach you to do the same to your foes. That's the way of a good warrior. }}