[As expected, honestly. Hijikata did absolutely seem the type to study well, take it all seriously.]

Then you should fare well with Honededge- that blade is very real after all, and it uses it's body to fight. Even coming from an egg, it has a very loyal fighting spirit that needs the same amount of attention and care to further hone itself and grow stronger. Patience is needed as well, as one might put into forging a blade.

[A difference between Hinobuta and the Honededge was visible, but Clavell still held faith even with that tone. Smile warm.]

Some pokémon prefer to eat in private, or take some encouragement to eat with the others as it's a welcomed part of the team. Right now everything is very new, and there is and adjustment period for newly hatched pokémon. I've faith you will do well, Hijikata, and find yourself with a different but still very loyal sword to be at your side. Honedge doesn't have any physical way to tell the difference, but if you would like I can see if my Rotomphone's pokédex can determine for you.

[Coin flip apparently demands male.]