Alabaster form stepped upon the battlefield, crimson gaze peeking through the eyes of his armor while the feline claws clicked and moved with his own. Both foxes moved in unison on either side of him; Finn on his left and Lumi on his right. He'd been training the pair since after the tournament, though Finn proved to be more of a head-on fighter than his sister who showed more promise as a tactician or informant. She had a natural ability at potentially gauging their opponent's possible strengths and weaknesses, and an even better eye for the lay of the land. Ace, of course, had decided to train her in her strengths along with teaching her more quick type fighting. He glanced at his two charges, proud at how far they had come since he found them on the mountain. His purpose today? A rematch with his alpha before he left Abaven to lead his own pack. He respected Rhyme enough and wanted a rematch now that he wasn't tired and stuff, unlike the first time when he first joined Abaven. He stopped with the wind at his back, gaze glancing up at the dark clouded sky for a moment. He could smell rain in the air, but it had yet to fall. Tilting his head back, he howled for Rhyme's presence. He hoped the alpha knew that at some point, Ace would want a rematch. And today was it. Win or lose, Ace would walk away knowing he tried his best. "speech"

He hadn’t been surprised by Acere’s call, but the location was. Of course, it was also the smart choice, Rhyme spent the majority of his time within Abaven. The alpha knew his territory well, and bringing him from his home advantage was in Acere’s favor. Rhyme felt the corners of his lips curl up into an amused smile.

Imperia and Solitude traveled with him as the slate wolf walked over the border. Imperia flew above him while the alabaster Solitude rode on his back. The bird was oddly stiff as they made their way out onto the stage. The scent of old blood and carnage wafted over the misty grounds. Rhyme marched towards the summons, eager for the rematch. He had been curious since that first day how strong Acere really was.

The both of them were fit and healthy, no matter the winner this would be a good match. ”Hope you’re ready for a good time.” He chuckled as he halted 15 feet in front of his opponent. Rhyme shifted easily into a defensive position, his grin more obvious as he offered his teeth.

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It didn't take long for Rhyme to meet him on the battlefield, the slate alpha stopping about 15 feet from him. Lips curled upward with a grin at Rhyme's words, head lifting as he assessed the other old man. "Always," He returned the gesture before settling into a defensive stance. His own companions were eager to get things started with Finn practically shaking from anticipation. "Easy boy, remember, this is just a good-natured spar." He murmured. Taking a deep breath, crimson gaze fell on Rhyme once more. "May the best man win!"

He flashed a grin before kicking off, the alabaster male barrelling towards Rhyme. His eyes narrowed on his opponent as he charged. When he felt he was closer enough, Ace sidestepped slightly to his own right as he sought to drive the point of his right shoulder into the joint of Rhyme's left shoulder where it connected to the chest in an effort to strain the muscle and make him stumble back.  Simultaneously, Ace brought his left paw up and sought to slam it down onto Rhyme's left forepaw, hoping to pin him in place, and with the help of the clawed reavers on his feet, make it more difficult for Rhyme to escape.

As he did that, his head would tilt to his left as he then aimed to place a bite against the left side of Rhyme's neck with the intention of gripping his throat and choking him out a little.

Acere vs Rhyme for Spar (Rematch!!)
Round 1/?
Size: Dire Wolf
Build: Heavy
Offensive Accessory: Tiger claw reavers
Defensive Accessory: Tiger armor
Companion 1: Fox 1 (battle)
Companion 2: Fox 2 (battle)
Fight Skill Level: Expert
Specialty: n/a

Both wolves were going into the fight with a grin on their features, this was the part of battle Rhyme could enjoy. He wasn’t fighting for his life, just having a bit of fun with a man he respected. ”May the best man win!” Rhyme nodded as Acere jumped into battle. Rhyme’s weight was distributed evenly over all four of his icy white paws as he bent his joints and prepared himself for Acere’s assault. The man was bigger and heavier than Rhyme, and the alpha was eager to make his own use of that fact. He couldn’t allow himself to get hit was the main goal. His senses were sharp and his movements quick, as Rhyme shifted himself (to his right) to barely miss the alabaster behemoth’s shoulder Solitude unfurled his wings. Rhyme’s movement caused Acere’s foot stomp to miss as well, and as the White raven took from his back the bird aimed to obscure Acere’s vision with his wings and distract him from his aimed bite as Solitude’s body gained altitude. Rhyme would use the opportunity to return the mammoth’s attacks. The slate alpha aimed to shift himself, so his chest was aimed at Acere’s shoulder and if looked at from above the two would have made a slightly skewed ‘T’ shape. Rhyme shifted his weight as he coiled and aimed to use his bracer protected arms to wrap around Acere’s shoulders and neck. Rhyme aimed to gain control of his opponent as he opened his wide jaws to aim to grasp hold of the back of Acere’s skull for control of his head. He’d attempt to use his momentum and body weight to push at the bigger wolf with his dark chest. Rhyme v Acere for Spar (Rematch!) Round 1 of 2 Size: x-large Build: medium Defensive Accessory: Bracers Companion 1: Solitude: Battle Companion 2: Imperia: Flying Fight Skill Level: Expert ""

The titan growled as his attacks missed Rhyme, and instead he got a bird in his face. He snapped at the bird to shoo it away without harm, narrowing his eyes further behind the tiger shield he wore. As Rhyme aimed to align with his shoulder, Acere uttered a sharp bark in an effort to distract him for a moment...and also to signal to his companions that it was their turn. Without hesitation, Finn raced forward and launched himself at Rhyme's hind right leg with the intention of biting down on it and seeking to drag it out from under him. Meanwhile, Lumi used the opportunity to strike for the other leg and do the same. Together, they fought to drag Rhyme's legs out from under him and drop him to the ground!

Ace waited for the right moment, allowing Rhyme to make his attempt at grappling him before he moved into action. As Rhyme's forelegs started to wrap around him, Ace launched himself upon his own hind legs, displacing Rhyme's bite onto his chest instead of the back of his head. He cast an all too quick flash of a grin at Rhyme before he aimed to wrap his own forelegs around Rhyme's neck, then seeking to use his own weight to push Rhyme backward and onto the ground with the aid of his companions working at his legs. Of course, there were also the reavers he had that would help keep Rhyme from trying to escape by way of tangling with flesh and fur. Lastly, Acere's jaws opened up as he sought to clamp them around Rhyme's upper jaw, seeking to hold the male and force submission.

Acere vs Rhyme for Spar (Rematch!!)
Round 2/2
Size: Dire Wolf
Build: Heavy
Offensive Accessory: Tiger claw reavers
Defensive Accessory: Tiger armor
Companion 1: Fox 1 (battle)
Companion 2: Fox 2 (battle)
Fight Skill Level: Expert
Specialty: n/a

 speech Thought Quote

The two wolves lined up again, and as Rhyme felt his arms wrap around Acere’s neck he heard Imperia’s call from above. He’d almost forgotten about the foxes. Rhyme was quickly displaced, he aimed to have all four of his paws on the ground as Acere’s arms were wrapped around his neck. Rhyme kicked out with his back feet aiming to hit and disrupt both fox’s attempt at his hind legs. Rhyme released his grip on Acere’s chest as the man aimed to wrap his jaws up in his own teeth. He barely missed as Rhyme aimed to reposition his grip under Acere’s throat. He might have been succeeding in pushing him back, but a grip like that would end the fight. The rush of adrenaline raced through him as his tail swayed behind him, acting as a rudder as he fought to keep himself balanced and upright. He felt the prickle of tiger claws in his shoulder as Acere held on tight. The next couple of moments would decide the winner. Rhyme v Acere for Spar (Rematch!) Round 2 of 2 Size: x-large Build: medium Defensive Accessory: Bracers Companion 1: Solitude: Battle Companion 2: Imperia: Flying Fight Skill Level: Expert ""

And the winner is...

Acere

Rhyme must give up by submitting, fleeing or passing out. Totals: Acere: 280.13 Rhyme: 114.5

- Judged by Nyx