Enrico vs Melanthios

Melanthios was looking forward to their next challenge. Even with no companion, nor support by their side, the massive beast did not feel it right to waver. The worst thing that could happen is they lose and learn something from it.

Their gaze shifted to their opponent as they stepped into the ring and fiery gaze took note of the companion with the male. He was smaller… but they knew better than to mistake being small for weakness.

He spoke and Melanthios twitched an ear curiously. His tongue was foreign… but they assumed he was speaking words of luck to them. They nodded, a silent wish that he too had luck, before setting their defenses.

The male was asked to start and Melanthios readied themselves for his assault.  He seemed to be coming straight for them… but Melanthios knew better than to believe such a thing. They watched him carefully, trying to predict where he’d go. Time would show that he sprang to his right, their left, and teeth would slice her left shoulder to bring up that familiar red liquid from the wound.

As first blood was drawn Melanthios felt the thrill of battle rising up within them once more. They attempted to spin towards the male, throwing the weight of their upper body into it as they hoped to catch him before he got completely clear of them. Their right forepaw rose and slammed downward in hopes of catching some toes.

That was where Melanthios made their error. Before they attempted a bite they felt paws hit their back and teeth get a light hold in their scruff. Their aim was simple -- the moment they landed they were going to rear up and attempt to dislodge the companion. If they could do that then they could focus back on their opponent.

Melanthios vs Enrico for Winter’s End Tournament / Dominance
Round 1 of 2
Size: Dire Wolf
Build: Heavy
Offensive Accessory: None
Defensive Accessory: Collar with three big talons
Companion 1: None
Companion 2: None
Mutation: None
Disability: None
Fight Skill Level: Beginner
Specialty: None