In This Moment

The wind itself wasn't the only issue, but the debris it kicked up as well, particularly the dust. Nelu didn't dare open his left eye for to get dust in it would have the same effect with the addition of pain. He would do his best with one eye for now until he could get into a position where the wind was at his back. Nelu's attack was intercepted as Mercury's head darted down toward him, fangs aiming for his chest. It was in this moment that Nelu realized the wind could be his ally and rather than fight against it he let it aid him.

Nelu leaned to his right, letting the wind push him and knock him down onto his right side. He used the momentum to roll and get back on his feet, Mercury's fangs just grazing the top of his head as he rolled. It stung but he was growing used to the sensation of pain, given Aster's habit of plucking at his fur when they sparred. As soon as he was on his feet Nelu sprang into action, this time risking a head on attack. The advantage with this was that Mercury's larger frame blocked the wind and gave him a moment's respite though he knew the older man would move and he'd need to recalculate.

Nelu's head rotated as he ducked down, seeking to slip part way under the large man. His fangs sought to grasp Mercury's right front leg, his lower fangs seeking to grasp the outside while his upper fangs aimed for the inside. He hoped to get a hold and use his momentum and the wind to aid in toppling his opponent. This was risk of course but he had all four feet on the ground and from the angle he was at it was his scruff that was most exposed.

As he moved Nelu sought to keep his defenses set as best he could. His ears in particular were pinned tight to his head. That was another thing he’d noticed with the wind. It affected his hearing. Even with his ears pinned the roar of the wind made it even more difficult to hear than usual. He kept his tail tucked, his toes wide and claws seeking to grip the earth. He also made sure to tuck his neck and roll his shoulders forward as much as possible while committing his attack, knowing that retaliation would occur at any second.