That's exactly where Zechs had landed himself. And, honestly, the reason that he kept going, despite everything he'd done. If he didn't have his skills, and his duty, the utility he served in his reality ...

"Then let's consider this mission further training," Zechs told him. "I'm far from an expert in hand-to-hand combat, but at least I can help you get better used to your awareness in battle generally."