Since joining the Tojo-kai, things began to settle into place. He and his brother found their niche amongst similar minded, similar tongued wolves who shared some semblance of heritage - whether by blood relations or not. Either way, he enjoyed it - even if his monotonous expression seemed to suggest his blatant disinterest in everything around him. It didn’t, however, correlate with his true emotions inside, surrounded by a hardened heart and thorns around its core. He still had hatred and bitterness towards he and his brother’s unknown father, the one who abandoned them in their homeland. The anger within flowed in his veins, and gave him a reason to hone his fighting skills.

Approaching the sandy expanse he’d been to one too many times (in his own opinion), double-baded sword slung over his shoulder and his cat and Akita Inu in tow, he selected a decent spot for his liking, glancing about and soon tilting his head upwards to call for an opponent. He wasn’t large or brawny by any means, but the toned muscle of his limbs suggested a decent level of experience.

Speech

wishing there was something left to lose

this could be the day i die for you—

Training. Practicing. Pushing herself as best she could, all of the time. It was all she could do, honestly. Nirvana was aching for it, and she needed more. Nirvana is a girl with needs, and those needs include being the absolute fucking best she can. Right. With long, confident steps the girl made her way back to the battlefield. Her bracers laced tight, her head held high. Though she had a lot to learn, she was still a proud creature. One that couldn't be shaken from her ideals, from her dreams, and from her direction. All of her is instinct. Maybe it's arrogant of her, but she can't be bothered. She can't care about it. The yearling, barely a yearling anymore, looked to the dark boy where he stood. He was the only one out here. Why else would anyone be out here, if they weren't looking for a fight? Nirvana had the wiry frame of a creature who had been out here largely on her own, and a girl that would do whatever it takes to survive. In every circumstance, she'd do whatever it took to survive. Living. Thriving. Nirvana was doing her absolute best to thrive under the weight of keeping herself alive. Brilliant and gorgeous. She stands in the sunlight, filtering through her coat. She fixes him with a careful gaze, head canting to the side. "Let's go, then." With that, she steps into the sparring ring and sets her defenses. She's light on her feet, and watching him for any move.

Nirvana vs Usagi for spar
Round 0/?
Age: over 1 year
Size: Large
Build: Light
Offensive Battle Accessory: Punch dagger gauntlets
Skills: Intermediate Fighter & Beginner Navigator

Usagi glanced over as a tall, dark-pelted wolf approached him, catching his eye. Chartreuse gaze still appearing unimpressed as usual, he gave the willowy woman a once-over as she got closer. It was always interesting to see the builds of wolves he’d sparred. Mainly they had much more bulk in addition to height, meaning he often had to take a quick, rapid offensive approach to gradually break them down or catch them off guard. However, this woman was light and nimble like him, and he knew from just briefly sweeping over her that he didn’t need to jump around so much. She appeared hallowed and intense, clearly having been used to surviving on her own and little else. And from appearances, she wasn’t that much younger than him. She wasn’t one to mess around with, and he’d keep his guard up. It would make for an intense spar, something he appreciated as much as her brisk, firm tone. Straightforward and to the point, as he liked it - not like his brother’s lackadaisical approach to interactions. Knowing she’d be spry on her feet, he figured he’d give her a run for her money. The male took a few seconds to brace his firm limbs, sinking slightly into his hind ankles before rapidly springing forward, like a rabbit suddenly pursued by a predator. He aimed to close the distance on the she-wolf before pivoting at the last second by her right shoulder, dust kicking up in some form of a smokescreen, but moreso due to his sudden stop as in the same breath, Usagi aimed to check her firmly but not painfully in the ribs with a swift hind leg. If it worked, she’d probably find herself a tad winded, but nothing that she likely hadn’t encountered before. ”Speech”  ’Thought’

Usagi vs Nirvana 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

Brisk and chilly, Nirvana can't help herself. She can't bother herself with the intricacies that came with being social. Frankly, most days she can barely be assed to be polite. The battlefield was something she was grateful for, as it freed her from the typical pleasantries. No, this place came with its own set of rules, own set of social norms. She could arrive and she could fight.

As the dark creature closed the distance between them, Nirvana was light on her feet. Her ultraviolet gaze was intense, teeth already flashing to show against the backdrop of her dark pelt. Light. Light on her feet. A moving target would be more difficult to hit, and she'd lean into that. Her steps across the ground were quick, and the dance between them was delicate. Dust filling the air between them, obscuring her opponent for a brief moment. Nirvana blinked hard, clearing her vision as best she could. It's in this moment that he strikes-- a calculated move, one that would almost impress her had she been a spectator instead of a combatant. She's too slow to move out of the way entirely, instead catching the kick to the meaty part of her thigh. It would preserve the breath in her lungs, though it would certainly bruise, and knocks a bit of her balance as she continues the dance.

She chooses the moment that he's nearest to lunge forward, gathering as much power as she can in her hind legs before pushing off. A pounce, yes, but she swings wide with her bladed gauntlets as well. It was a quick flurry of limbs and blades, and then hopefully she'd be able to dance back to a comfortable distance. Always the dance, delicate as it was. If Nirvana had anything, it was her tenacity.
"Nirvana"

Nirvana vs Usagi for spar
Round 1/2
Age: over 1 year
Size: Large
Build: Light
Offensive Battle Accessory: Punch dagger gauntlets
Skills: Intermediate Fighter & Beginner Navigator

Usagi realized his sharp, fierce kick could’ve left him wide open for that precious few seconds - seconds that the spry woman took with great ease. As the dark slender femme rose on her hind legs to brace for a pounce, even the light-footed koi couldn’t quite escape the fury of her flurry of limbs. He managed to take a firm blow or two, blades grazing his cheek and sprouting a small bead of blood, before whirling his upper body almost behind him, lower body following in a sort of half-somersault to avoid any more damage and get back. Still feeling the sting of the woman’s flicked blades, his chartruse gaze caught the moment she leapt back to increase distance, soon swiftly pivoting his body so as to follow behind. He preferred close combat - a simple dance from afar wouldn’t do.

As she swiftly pounced back, Usagi took a second to observe a moment in time where she’d be unbalanced, perhaps if she were to only have half her body standing in the earth. Quickly, the male charged forward like a rocket - less bunny, more torpedo. He aimed to give a firm but unharmful blow to her abdomen with the top of his cranium in the hopes of throwing her back a small distance, if not toppling her over entirely. He wasn’t intent on leaping back unless her own counterattack asked for it.

Usagi vs Nirvana for Spar
Round 2/2
Age: Over 1
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

Speech

wishing there was something left to lose

this could be the day i die for you—

Blood. She can smell it on the air, metallic. Yes, this was what she needed. This is exactly what she needed. It would push her farther, faster. It would push her harder. She knew she could make him bleed, and she'd do more. Though this was a practice fight, there would be no learning without blood. Nirvana requires it. She need sit. Her heart throbs, pounds in her chest. Alive. Alive. All of her is alive, and all of her is brilliant with it.

He'd caught her mid step. Fast. Yes, he was fast. Nirvana let out a soft oof as the top of his head smashed into her side, and she staggered. It was difficult to maintain balance, but she'd fight for it. She'd fight for it, digging her claws into the earth as she caught herself. Unbalanced, but she threw herself in his direction as she righted her ship. Throwing herself forward, trying to close the gap, trying to retaliate. If Nirvana was lucky, she'd catch whatever she could of the man with her gnashing teeth. Right. Partially luck, partially skill. Nirvana would try.
"Nirvana"

Nirvana vs Usagi for spar
Round 2/2
Age: over 1 year
Size: Large
Build: Light
Offensive Battle Accessory: Punch dagger gauntlets
Skills: Intermediate Fighter & Beginner Navigator

And the winner is...

NIRVANA

USAGI has defaulted on this fight and must give up by submitting, fleeing or passing out. Totals: NIRVANA Attack Roll: 53 Defense Roll: 73 Agility Roll: 26 Perception Roll: 50 Total: 202 Attack[53] + 10% Bonus[5.30]: 58.30 Defense[73] + 5% Bonus[3.65]: 76.65 Agility[26] + 5% Bonus[1.30]: 27.30 Perception[50] + 0% Bonus[0.00]: 50.00 Total[212.25] + 10% Bonus[21.23]: 233.47 USAGI Attack Roll: 15 Defense Roll: 56 Agility Roll: 10 Perception Roll: 33 Total: 114 Attack[15] + 50% Bonus[7.50]: 22.50 Defense[56] + 0% Bonus[0.00]: 56.00 Agility[10] + 5% Bonus[0.50]: 10.50 Perception[33] + 0% Bonus[0.00]: 33.00 Total[122.00] + 15% Bonus[18.30]: 140.30