"HUFF... HUFF... HUFF..."
Roland's breaths grew heavier under Leonard's stormy onslaught, the overwhelming Power nearly robbing him of the air to breathe.
Every block sent a numbing shock through his bones, and the clash of sword against fist blade showered sparks into the air.
But his eyes remained locked on his opponent's every move, showing no trace of panic.
'In terms of pure Combat Skills, I have the absolute advantage... The difference is...'
After sidestepping another fatal straight strike and deflecting the scattered debris with the flat of his blade, Roland's eyes narrowed slightly.
'His combat experience is far greater than mine, and he's practiced the Knight's Breathing Technique for much longer. This has led to a significant gap in our fundamental physical conditioning. Aside from those two points... there's nothing particularly special about him.'
CLANG!
The Fist Blade and Longsword clashed again with a heavy thud.
