It had been a while since the foul-tempered man had made his way to Boreas. He didn’t make it a routine to visit the larger continent very often to begin with, though, seeing as he felt quite satisfied with life in the bamboo maze anyways. His loved one - he still felt a bit odd saying boyfriend but it was obvious they were a pair - was settling into Tojo well, making a name for himself as a reliable, brave warrior. Just as he had always remembered the man, even back from home. His brother was also quite happy, content with his job as the official fisherman of the pack - or so he thought of him as. The piebald koi was a master at anything with a net, catching hoards of fish from the sea as if he had somehow summoned them into one convenient spot. And then there was Usagi himself, the man who had once again reached a familiar battleground with an unreadable expression. He supposed he was good at fighting - a smaller size and build meant he would always have a disadvantage from the start with larger opponents. Glancing back towards his wrapped hindlegs, he recalled his determination to succeed and become even better at his combat skills since his injury.

He was a determined soul, with a fire in his chest and a glint in his eyes. Sharp, formidable. And ready to spar.

Reaching one of the few sparring circles that were allocated upon the sandy, dry terrain, he once again grimaced inwardly at the feel of sand sharply flicking past his pelt in the hot wind. It wasn’t his favorite environment - he much preferred the mild tempered weather of the bamboo maze - but he needed a spar, and this was the prime spot to find an opponent. He shifted the sword that rested across his back, tipping back his head to call for someone to fight him.

Speech

wishing there was something left to lose

this could be the day i die for you—

The older woman traveled every once in a while to the greater continent of Boreas. She had tried to find sparring partners outside of the maze in Auster, but unfortunately often lucked out. Assuming it was due to the lack of population in the south, she found herself looking to keep her skills sharp more often in the north. There she found herself approaching and crossing the borders into the battlefield where the tinge of iron and decay made her noise wrinkle uncomfortably.

Content to wander for a short while, she was surprised to hear a familiar call not far off. Pausing, her slate features turned to spy the obsidian and red splotched koi searching for a spar partner. Turning her path toward the grumpy man, Tenshi couldn’t hide the amused expression. “Usagi,” she greets him with a nod of her face. “I suppose we could have sparred in the maze, but this will do,” why she found herself to be so humorous at this time perhaps was beyond her own perception. “You may have the honors,” she finishes as she braces her shoulders and prepared for whatever the sword wielding man would approach with.

No sooner had the short-tempered man called for an opponent did one finally make their presence known. Alas, it was a familiar sight - Tojo’s own healer, Tenshi. What she was doing in Boreas was a mystery to him - but he supposed she’d ask the same about him, as well. She appeared amused, even commenting that they very well could’ve sparred in clearings of the bamboo maze. ”I suppose I wanted a change of scenery,” He added back in his poor attempt at an amusing reply. His humor tended to be quite dry, but at least he’d made the effort.

She mentioned he could have the honors to begin as well, and he nodded in acknowledgement. His double-bladed sword - made purposefully dull for sparring so as to not accidently hurt his opponents - was pulled from its sheath, and he balanced it in his maw as she braced her shoulders. It only took mere seconds for him to guage her size; roughly Hattori’s bulk and height, with antlers instead of horns. He was accustomed to adjusting his combat sty;e against those bigger than him, so his movements reflected the practice he’d put in.

Without warning, not even indicating that he’d pounce, the rabbit-like man charged head-on towards the golden-splotched woman, and only a stride before her chest he’d sharply pivot so as to launch upwards with his hind leg jutted out, aiming to kick her shoulder in a rabbit-punch form of shoulder check. If successful, he’d aim to further unbalance her from the impact by forcing the flat side of his sword against her side, using it as a brace to push his weight forward against her. It was basic, but it was meant to be - he’d adjust his style based on her fighting style, too.

Usagi vs Tenshi 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: Expert Fighter & Advanced Hunter



Speech

wishing there was something left to lose

this could be the day i die for you—

Tenshi was familiar with the fact that she was large. While most females were slender, she was bulky. Taking on a masculine shape that surprised others when they realized it belonged to a female. It was this fact that caused Tenshi to favor a more distant style of battle. With her shuriken tucked neatly into her shoulder strap, she would keep them sheathed for now. She knew Usagi preferred close-up tactics with kicks and hops. That she could work with, even if she was the slower force in their dance. She watched him diligently as he raced forward. His paws drummed the ground as she countered by taking a few steps back. If she could get any space between them, it would help. As he pivoted at the last moment, she pulled back even farther. The tips of his toes graze her chest as she sees the blade come swinging for her side. That she has little time to dodge. Feeling the edge press against her shoulder, she uses the momentum of her pulling backward to push back against the blade. Reaching her head toward Usagi, she tilts her chin to her chest. Shifting the weight off of the blade and toward him, she aims to jab at him with her antlers. Lightly now, she didn't need him injured.

Tenshi vs Usagi for Spar
Round 1/2
Age: Over 1
Size: Dire wolf
Build: Heavy
Offensive Battle Accessory: Shuriken
Defensive Battle Accessory: Studded shoulder pads
Companion 1: Snow leopard, Male - Battle
Companion 2: White Egret, Male - Flying
*Companion 3: Snow leopard, Female - Battle
Mutation 1: Antlers - Offensive
Mutation 2: Thick skin - Defensive
Skills: Master Fighter & Master Healer
Specialty: Fitness Coach

Tenshi's bulk and sheer muscle made it difficult to unbalance her; but Usagi was determined. He'd won a few spars before against those of her build. He thought nothing of it as his first movement barely made purchase, but given that his first move was quick but fairly predictable, he guessed she'd make a move to add space between them. Every time he pushed, she leaned back, as if she anticipated he favored a close-up form of combat. His mossy gaze captured the moment that he gained an edge with his blade, pushing his weight towards his front limbs and chest to forcefully back her into an unbalanced state until she suddenly dipped her chin and swung her golden-mottled antlers at him. The knobs of the mutations jabbed him, but not to cause pain, and though he felt the pressure of the antlers on his left cheek he aimed to jerk his head towards her, skillfully aiming to swipe his blade just below her snout so as to make her being her head back as well. The blade was dull and would not be enough to cause even a papercut; however, it was a hefty thing, more than it appeared given how easily he wielded it, so he hoped his strong swipe would force Tenshi to step back, as well.

Usagi vs Tenshi for Spar
Round 2/2
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: Expert Fighter & Advanced Hunter


Speech

wishing there was something left to lose

this could be the day i die for you—

As she put pressure on him, he returned it just as firm. From the corner of her eye, she could see the swipe of the blade rushing toward her shoulders and then her muzzle. Her original intention was to not be so close so she was happy to oblige. Swift as her bulk would allow, Tenshi danced out of the blade’s path until a few feet were spread between them. Focusing her gaze on the smaller man, she assessed what her next move would be. Usage was clearly faster than her so throwing a shuriken his way would do nothing. An idea lit up her eyes as she didn’t waste another moment. Rushing forward, knowing that the blade was a dull, Tenshi reached to grab one end of the double bladed sword and in the same motion, swing her hips around and kick out with a hind leg in his direction.

Tenshi vs Usagi for Spar
Round 2/2
Age: Over 1
Size: Dire wolf
Build: Heavy
Offensive Battle Accessory: Shuriken
Defensive Battle Accessory: Studded shoulder pads
Companion 1: Snow leopard, Male - Battle
Companion 2: White Egret, Male - Flying
*Companion 3: Snow leopard, Female - Battle
Mutation 1: Antlers - Offensive
Mutation 2: Thick skin - Defensive
Skills: Master Fighter & Master Healer
Specialty: Fitness Coach

And the winner is...

Tenshi

Usagi must give up by submitting, fleeing or passing out. Totals: Tenshi: Attack Roll: 99 Defense Roll: 76 Agility Roll: 52 Perception Roll: 11 Total: 238 Attack[99] + 50% Bonus[49.50]: 148.50 Defense[76] + 50% Bonus[38.00]: 114.00 Agility[52] + 0% Bonus[0.00]: 52.00 Perception[11] + 10% Bonus[1.10]: 12.10 Total[326.60] + 25% Bonus[81.65]: 408.25 Usagi: Attack Roll: 9 Defense Roll: 82 Agility Roll: 8 Perception Roll: 64 Total: 163 Attack[9] + 50% Bonus[4.50]: 13.50 Defense[82] + 0% Bonus[0.00]: 82.00 Agility[8] + 5% Bonus[0.40]: 8.40 Perception[64] + 0% Bonus[0.00]: 64.00 Total[167.90] + 20% Bonus[33.58]: 201.48