expectations

Usagi’s statement was received in acknowledged silence - he didn’t expect much in the way of words from his leader. The dire shogun swept his gaze over him, and he knew he was likely pondering, albeit briefly, the connections they had to each other. Even if they were distant, the point was..they shared blood. Not only that, but Hattori’s cousin was his father - there was no doubt in his mind that the faint glint in the dire’s gaze was that of recognition. The mere idea of looking anything like his absent bastard father made him seethe, deep within his bones. However, his own eyes remained steely and neutral frown unwavering as he paid attention to Hattori’s words.

He wanted to see what he was capable of, in terms of battle moves and strategy. He’d offer suggestions if needed. Usagi nodded in acknowledgement, his toes already spreading into the soft earth of the clearing in preparation. When Hattori said he could make the first move, the flop-eared wolf took the slightest step back, as if making it look like he was about to crouch down - a predictable and easily dodged move, he at least knew better that. No doubt his Kaicho had much more experience, and the horns and talons he possessed would make for a challenging fight. Not that he cared whether he lost or even won - it was practice and he only cared to better himself as a Hohei to protect their new pack.

Instead of dancing about, the koi only took a split second to sink back into his heels as he sprinted forward, and just mere strides before the towering brute he’d aim to sharply pivot to the Shogun’s left side and check him just behind his right front shoulder with a swift jab of his hind leg, then swiveling around to face the dire once more. If successful, he wasn’t trying to unbalance the Shogun as their size difference was too great, but rather, cause just enough discomfort in the sudden punch to force him to sink to one side, making him more vulnerable to secondary attacks. Swift and to the point - he figured Hattori would appreciate the honest, straightforward move.

Usagi vs Hanzō for Spar
Round 1/2
Age: Over 1 year
Size: Medium
Build: Light
Offensive Battle Accessory: Double-bladed Sword
Companion 1: Maine Coon, Male - Battle
Companion 2: Akita Inu, Male - Battle
Skills: Advanced Fighter & Advanced Hunter



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