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Wide arms spread outwards, the immense frame of a beastkin hopping on one foot as he let out a worn sounding laughter. It was not much, but the sheer presence of the lion roused the audience within the Coliseum, pumping them for the oncoming challenge. Last time Benedikt was in such an environment he ravaged his opponent. But then, said opponent was a rookie to the gladiatorial scene. The Life Sphere was much different, housing combatants from different worlds. In addition he needed the practice. Even now the man held concerns regarding the effects this world had on his combat abilities. Spells were missing from memory, and he could have sworn there was a lack of physical strength as of late.

Or he was getting old. Nah, his body was more durable than that.

Fists pounding together a few times, Benny's wild grin etched upon his face. He wanted a good fight, and wanted to prove himself a threat to any who dared attempt to harm the Life Sphere's inhabitants, "Come on and give this lion one heck of a show!"

BENEDIKT HP: 190/190 MP: Combat Not Started Shield: 70/70 Status: Pumped Cooldowns: NONE Appeal: 0

[heirtothemonado]

Shulk entered the stadium for the first time in a while. The last few times he was here, it hadn't ended well, so hopefully he could turn this around. Looking ahead, Shulk laid eyes on his opponent, and what an opponent it was

An absolutely massive lion stood before him, with so much muscle on his frame Shulk started feeling self conscious. Regardless, Shulk answered the lion's roar of a challenge.

"If it's a show you want, then I'm happy to oblige!" Shulk yelled back to Benedikt. Pulling the Monado off his back, he activated it, the pale blue light of it's blade flooding the stadium. Shulk got into a battle-ready stance, ready to fight

"Come at me! I'm ready for whatever you got!" Shulk called

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Shulk
Health: 145/145
Shield: 45/45
Status: Normal

[Deleted]

His grin shifted to a frown, a brow perking at the sight of his challenger. Some level of disappointment reached his mood, the lion wishing for someone with more bulk. Ah well. If need be he can hold back his punches as to not injure this blonde kid. Despite the fortitude and powers of the Life Sphere's inhabitants, making quick judgements as to one's skills may lead to less desired consequences. Chuckling, Benny resumed his sharp toothed grin, "Oooo, I like your spunk there, kiddo! Nice glowin' sword thing too, but lemme tell ya that ain't gonna cut me down easy!" A swift roar came from his throat as the lion charged forward, and despite the terror a massive beast such as him may instill, a sense of pride and good nature filled the area.

Figuring it best to start off easy, the man loosened his body, bring his arms closer to his face and body. His fists clenched tight, placing himself in a boxing stance as he began to unleash a few punches. (Brawler Combo Action, STR based, 3 Light Attacks)

The lion began with a right hook; NHjF0m3mp_1d20+4 (Brawler, 6%)
A left swing; p_1d20+4 (Brawler 6%)
Then another with his right; p_1d20+4 (Brawler 7% for third strike only)

Switching up his attack sweep, he let loose kick from his muscled leg; p_1d20+4 (Brawler, Light STR, 6%, No Combo)

Despite his previous stance on taking it easy, the rush of combat swelled within the lion. Every time he was placed in a coliseum of some form, Benny felt his instincts kick in, and his enjoyment of battle against another foe caused him to unleash a mightier strike. A swift burst of magical energy rushed from his being, his massive fists rearing back as the blazing auras of energy trailed behind his wide open swing; p_1d20+4 (Feral Brutality, Heavy STR, 22%)

Once his attack was sent out, regardless if he hit or miss, the lion hopped back from his target. Hopping on one foot again, he rose his his arms into a double bicep flex, moving in a circle to display for the grounds, "Come oooon GAAHAHAHA!" p_1d20+1 (Appeal)

BENEDIKT HP: 190/190 MP: 2/4 Shield: 70/70 Status: Pumped Cooldowns: Feral Brutality, 1 post Appeal: 0

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[heirtothemonado]

"Stay calm. Stay focused"

A voice rang out in Shulk's mind. One full of determination and strength. One Shulk had heard many times before. 

"Wh--what was that?" Shulk wondered aloud. Giving his head a shake, he tried to focus on the battle at hand for now

S5ZqbFSPp_1d20+2 (Shulk's CRIT Brawler Dodge 1: Success)
p_1d20+2 (Shulk's Brawler Dodge 2: Failure)
p_1d20+2 (Shulk's Brawler Dodge 3: Failure)
p_1d20+2 (Shulk's Brawler Dodge 4: Success)

Though Shulk weaved out of the way of the first punch, the second caught him on the jaw, which set up for another punch to the gut. Luckily that punch sent him a fair ways, so he managed to avoid the kick. "pant...pant...You've certainly got power behind your punches, I'll give you that..." Shulk started, rubbing his jaw a little

p_1d20+2 (Shulk's Feral Brutality Dodge: Success)

Sidestepping Benny's magically powered punch, Shulk continued "....but you'll have to catch me in order for that to matter" Holding up the Monado, the blade shifted colors, changing to a deep blue color. An aura of a similar color surrounded Shulk, and suddenly he zipped behind Benny, trying to take him by surprise

(Shulk activates Monado Speed! +4 DEX for 3 turns)

p_1d20-1 (Shulk's Backslash! DMG 12%

Before jumping into the air and trying to get the drop on him from above

p_1d20-1 (Shulk's Air Slash! DMG: 15%)

Finishing off by striking a battle pose, holding the Monado up so the blade illuminated his eyes, and the symbol shone brightly from the hilt

p_1d20+1 (Shulk's Appeal)

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Shulk
Health: 132/145
Shield: 45/45
Status: Monado Speed (+4 DEX, 3 turns)

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His little performance worked the crowd just fine. They were riled up for a brawl, Benny certain to please, and ready to the Monado boy's help so they can give everyone the show they came here for. Much as the lion wanted to win, he wanted entertainment to come first for the onlooking audience. To Benny's pleasure, the blonde kid was quick on the uptake. "HA! There we go, kid," he said, the man's worn chuckle poking out, "THIS is what I'm lookin' for! BAHAHA!" The fight, however, was not over yet, as the glowing sword was swung about in efforts to hit their broadside of a barn mark.

ozybJCPpp_1d20-1 (Backslash Dodge Success)
p_1d20-1 (Air Slash Dodge Failure)
p_1d20-1 (Stream Edge Dodge Failure)

With a swift motion, he spun around to avoid the Backslash attack, but found himself struck dead on by the other two attacks. Despite the fact this was a technological sword, the man's bulk proved itself by withstanding the sheer force of such a weapon without much difficulties. "And you'll have to hit me harder for all that to matter," Benny responded, another bout of laughter rising from his being. Sheer energy from the depths of combat did nothing more than fuel his desire for combat, and bringing down the pain on his foe. Previous promises to himself were about to be tossed out the window, as the man reared his arms back, and flung himself forward with arms spread in a double lariat.

p_1d20+4 (Spartan Lariat, 16% Damage, 40% Chance to STUN)

Even if he missed his attack, as a massive beast coming at someone in a spiral of pain and misery was a terrifying sight on its own, but the lion was far from done with his assault. Magical energy surrounded his being once again, but this time pushed Benny's entire body towards his opponent in a burst of speed. He was ready to slam the poor boy into the ground, wanting the hold he was so desperate to have in this combat.

p_1d20+4 (Nemean Pounce, 20% damage, Auto Grapple if it connects)

Once that was all done, he took a free hand, as he had the strength to hold his foe in one if need be, and threw his fist into the air with a mighty roar.

p_1d20+1 (Appeal)

BENEDIKT HP: 162/190 MP: 3/4 Shield: 70/70 Status: Pumped Cooldowns: (Feral Brutality, Cooldown Finished) (Spartan Lariat, 2 Turns) (Nemean Pounce, 3 Turns) Appeal: 13

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[heirtothemonado]

LWBuVR_ip_1d20+6 (Shulk's Spartan Lariat Dodge: Failure)
p_1d100 (Shulk's Stun Resistance: Success)

Despite all the Monado's speed, Shulk couldn't get out of the way of the sheer mountain of a lion that was hurling toward him. He got slammed by Benedikt's arms, but managed to roll with the movement so he wouldn't be completely stunned by the move. A good thing too, because Benedikt had thrown himself at him all over again

p_1d20+6 (Shulk's Neaman Pounce Dodge: Success)

The Monado lended Shulk a hand as the blond swordsman flashstepped away from Benedikt as he barreled past him. Taking this opportunity to land a hit, Shulk tried slashing him in the back again

p_1d20-1 (Shulk's Backslash! DMG 12%)

Shulk jumped back the lion and took a second to think. He didn't want to be anywhere near Benedikt. He'd rip him apart easily. Maybe staring back a bit? With this bit of strategizing out of the way, Shulk did a wide slash with the Monado, creating a slipstream of Ether, and hoping to create some space between him and the lion.

p_1d20-1 (Shulk's Stream Edge! DMG 13%)

As the slipstream quickly started to overtake Benny, Shulk tried lying low, manipulating the ether around him to make himself less visible. If Benny couldn't find him, he couldn't attack him, right?

p_1d20+3 (Shulk's Shadow Eye! Have Benedikt roll INT. If he fails the roll, his next attack auto-misses, and Shulk's next attack does 10% more damage. If Shulk loses the roll, he forfeits the right to dodge the next attack)


p_1d20+1 (Shulk's Appeal. The audience waits on baited breath. Will Shulk be found, or not?)

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Shulk
Damage: 116/145
Shield: 45/45
Status: Monado Speed (+4 DEX, 2 turns)

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Feline eyes narrowed upon missing his pounce. Little jerk did some weird thing and got faster all of a sudden. The Haste spell, maybe? No, the man had at least seen that spell plenty of times back home to know what such a thing looked like. A smart fighter was an annoyance, but also a catalyst which fueled the man's battle instinct. The predatory animal within him enjoyed prey running about in a desperate attempt to get away from the hulking mass trying to maul him or her. Upon sniffing the air once, more so to get oxygen flowing through his body, the whiff of his opponent's scent rushed by as another attack came at him from behind.

hIXAPm7Ap_1d20-1 (Backslash Dodge Success)

As before, even Benny's mass was able to push himself out of the way, spinning around in attempts to face his opponent. Combat was never without danger around every corner. The guy's sword was swung in a wide arc again, leaving the lion with little time to react.

p_1d20-1 (Stream Edge Dodge Success)

He was on alert today, which was odd considering he enjoyed bum rushing into a foe's attack and displaying his bulk. The dodge, however, caused the lion to lose track of the blonde haired Monado boy. Sniffing the air again, he growled, "Where'd he go? Where'd the little runt go?"

p_1d20-2 (Shadow Eye Contest Failure)

"And heeee's THERE," Benedikt said, lunging towards a random spot and landing on all fours. A brief moment went by, turning his hands upwards to reveal nothing more than the ground, "Not there. Huh." (Wrestling Primary attempt auto fails)

Whenever the attack came, the lion was going to feel it. Little punk. Yet, that also meant his target was going to be out in the open. Grunting from the oncoming attack, whichever one it was, a snarl came from him, "Oh now ya done it!"

Yes, Monado boy was right in front of his eyes now. Reaching in to grasp the lion's prey, he was going to attempt to grab Shulk and slam the kid's stomach over his knee.

p_1d20+4 (Wrestling, 12% Damage)

Followed by a normal grab. That should teach this guy not to mess with his being an idiot.

p_1d20+4 (Normal GRAPPLE attempt, STR based)

In his frustration, the lion unleashed a powerful roar to echo throughout the audience.

p_1d20+1 (Appeal)

BENEDIKT HP: 175/190 MP: 4/4 Shield: 70/70 Status: Pumped Cooldowns: (Spartan Lariat, 1 Turn) (Nemean Pounce, 2 Turns) Appeal: 29

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Note: Due to an error, an attack was removed in Shulk's previous post before his most recent, and HP was adjusted accordingly.)

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[heirtothemonado]

3hDebzkMp_1d20+6 (Shulk's Wrestling Dodge: Success)
p_1d20+6 (Shulk's Wrestling Dodge: Success)

Shulk weaved in and out of Benedikt's paws, avoiding getting caught by the large lion. This guy looked incredibly strong, Shulk thought. If he gets a hold of me, I'm done for.

He tried getting back, far away from Benedikt's grip, but close enough that he'd still be able to strike with the Monado.  Sweeping the blade of light in front of him, Shulk tried to catch Benedikt in the slipstream again. 

p_1d20-1 (Shulk's Stream Edge! DMG 13%)

Shulk sighed. "This isn't working....There has to be a better way to do this." Shulk muttered to himself. He had to risk getting closer. Leaping toward Benedikt, trusting the Monado to help him avoid danger if he needed to, Shulk stabbed with the Monado, the intensity of the blade so high it was vibrating.

p_1d20-1 (Shulk's Shaker Edge! DMG 19%)

Quickly getting himself out of there, Shulk rushed around behind the lion, and tried slashing at his back again

p_1d20-1 (Shulk's Backslash! DMG 12%)

Before rushing back around to the front, hopefully before Benedikt could figure out where he had gone. 

p_1d20+1 (Shulk's appeal for impressive Speed)

---

Shulk

Damage: 116/145

Shield: 45/45

Status: Monado Speed (+4 DEX, 1 turn)

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Typical how the quick sword wielder was running circles around a hulking brute hellbent on grinding his opponent into the dust. Or until the match was called. A mental kick to the head told the lion this was supposed to be an amicable match, and there was little need to be heated about the current circumstance. Something needed to be done about the oncoming attacks as well, since enough strikes with a weapon can still hurt at one point or another.

R6xUn1p7p_1d20-1 (Stream Edge Dodge Success)
p_1d20-1 (Shaker Edge Dodge Failure)
p_1d20-1 (Backslash Dodge Failure)

While Benny managed to shift his body on one foot, leaning back to avoid the Stream Edge, the blade impacted upon his body twice more. He stumbled backwards to regain his footing, "Damn glowy sword thing. But don't think I'm done yet!" The beastkin's claim to durability was not without truth. Even those solid strikes did not bring the man down as easy as the common foot soldier.

His fists were made for barreling in and bruising a foe until victory was claimed. Determined to do just that, the man scanned the area, noticing were his prey ended up. Benny ran to where Shulk ended up being, a fierce shine of a warrior in the cat man's eyes, where he tried to grab the Monado wielder to smack both hands on Shulk's temple.

p_1d20+4 (Wrestling, 12% Damage)

And go for another slam over his knee.

p_1d20+4 (Wrestling, 12% Damage)

Then a flurry of punches went for Benedikt's opponent. (LIGHT COMBO)

p_1d20+4 (Brawler 1, 6% Damage)
p_1d20+4 (Brawler 2, 9% (6% Base) Damage, Critical Hit)
p_1d20+4 (Brawler 3, 7% Damage)

After the final attack on the flurry, the man stomped his right foot forward towards Shulk, his arm on the same half of his body flexed and posing with a mighty roar.

p_1d20+1 (Appeal)

BENEDIKT HP: 144/190 MP: 4/4 Shield: 70/70 Status: Pumped Cooldowns: (Spartan Lariat, COMPLETE) (Nemean Pounce, 1 Turn) Appeal: 29

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[heirtothemonado]

rndtNZsTp_1d20+6 (Shulk's Wrestling Dodge 1: Success)
p_1d20+6 (Shulk's Wrestling Dodge 2: Success)
p_1d20+6 (Shulk's Brawler Dedge 1: Failure)
p_1d20+6 (Shulk's Brawler Dodge 2: Failure)
p_1d20+6 (Shulk's Brawler Dodge 3: Success)

Shulk dove out of the way of Benidikt's attempt to strike his head, and scrambled back to avoid the follow up. As he was trying to get up again, Benedikt's fists  nailed him twice in the back, sending him sprawling on his stomach, but he rolled to the side of the third, getting back to his feet, Monado in hand, as he faced the hulking lion once more.

"You're as thick-skinned as you say you are" Shulk said "It barely looks like I've made a scratch on you." The Homs swept the Monado in front of him again, although it was more for flair then offense. "But I'm not about to give up either!" The Monado's power would wear off soon. Shulk needed to make the most of his speed while his still had it. Rushing around Benedikt again, Shulk struck him from behind.

p_1d20-1 (Shulk's Backslash! DMG 12%)

Before leaping over him and slashing him from above.

p_1d20-1 (Shulk's Air Slash! DMG 13%)

Propelling himself off of Benedikt's shoulders,  Shulk turned in midair, and once he hit the ground, attempted to strike Benedikt with another high-intensity blow.

p_1d20-1 (Shulk's Shaker Edge! DMG 19%)

p_1d20+1 (Shulk's Appeal)

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Shulk
Health: 101/145
Status: Monado Speed (Finished Next Turn)
Shadow Eye Cooldown (2 turns)

Appeal: 31

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The pump was there, he knew, as the lion's body felt itself pushing more adrenaline than before. Quick fights were boring after all. Maybe later Benedikt can drag this kid along and treat Shulk to a nice dinner made out of whatever the Life Sphere had left to offer with the ongoing famine. However, first thing is first, and that was avoiding the sword swings harrowing towards the gladiator.

LKIXoKaZp_1d20-1 (Backslash Dodge Success)
p_1d20-1 (Air Slash Dodge Success)
p_1d20-1 (Shaker Edge Dodge Failure)

A swirl of acrobatics from the Monado wielder wound up striking the heavy beast, whose lower speed was still enough to avoid most of the strikes. Benny snarled upon Shaker Edge swiping across his muscle intensive build, though a chuckle rose from his throat, "Was about to say, kiddo! Givin' up will just make this big lion upset!" Hopping back once to regain his footing, the monstrous brawler rushed forward and went for a grab.

p_1d20+4 (Regular GRAPPLE attempt, STR Based)

He then goes to wrap his arm underneath Shulk's shoulder from behind, to gain a more forceful grip, then slam his fist into his prey's gut.

p_1d20+4 (Wrestling, 12% Damage, 17% instead if Shulk is Grappled)

Afterwards the lion goes to obtain a better grip on his foe, spin around once, and attempts to slam Monado boy into the ground belly side first.

p_1d20+4 (Wrestling, 12% Damage, 17% instead if Shulk is Grappled)

For a moment, Benny gives sideways glances to the audience. He needed to make sure he kept up the act, but sneak in a less ferocious maneuver. Bending low, he held a hand to the side of his jaw for a personal whisper, "Heh heh, ya doin' okay there? Ya look kinda fragile so I can hold back a bit if you want." Right. He needed to focus on the audience again so they did not have suspicions as to his courtesy towards Shulk. People liked a fierce combatant ravaging his opponent, the lion throwing his fist up into the air with yet another roar.

p_1d20+1 (Appeal)

BENEDIKT HP: 125/190 MP: 4/4 Shield: 70/70 Status: Pumped Cooldowns: (Nemean Pounce, COMPLETE) Appeal: 29

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[heirtothemonado]

9NYjJbakp_1d20+2 (Shulk's Grapple Dodge: Failure)

Shulk felt himself slowing down, and the bluish aura that surrounded him started fading away. Looks like the Monado's power was wearing off. Perfect timing. For Benidikt. Because he chose at that moment to launch himself at Shulk in a large bear (lion?) hug. It always took Shulk a bit to get used to dodgeing without the Monado's aid, so of course he was blindsided by Benny's charge and was held very close to him, having no choice but to take the punches to the gut and getting slammed into the ground.

(Shulk cannot dodge Wrestling due to the grapple! Damage taken: 34)

As Shulk lay with his face in the dirt, he heard Benidikt whisper something to him. Turning his head so he could be understood, Shulk whispered back to him "I'll be fine. You don't need to hold back, but I'd appreciate staying in one piece at the end of this." That being said, Shulk flipped the Monado in his grip, trying to land a hit on Benedikt while he was so close. 

p_1d20-1 (Shulk's Shaker Edge! DMG 19%)

Followed by swiping the sword at Benny's feet, trying to get him to let go

p_1d20-1 (Shulk's Steam Edge! DMG 13%)

Hoping that would be enough, Shulk struggled against the mountainous lion, trying vainly to get him off of him, but it was no use....

---

Shulk
Health: 67/145
Cooldowns: Monado Speed (4 turns)
Shadow Eye (1 turn)

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[Deleted]

"Heh heh, I'll carry you out if need be, kiddo," the lion whispered back, giving Shulk a quick wink.

Focused on being the good guy, he took a moment or two to recognize the grave situation he was in. Benny managed, out of the corner of his eye, the glowing sword displaying movement due to its owner. In fact, it just near spooked the beastkin due to his own, self distractions. With a yelp, the enormous lion tried to leap out of the way, releasing Monado Boy from his grip.

(Grapple released, no action)

dZ1caSl7p_1d20-1 (Shaker Edge Dodge, FAILED)
p_1d20-1 (Stream Edge Dodge, FAILED)

The sword strikes rushed into his thick bulk, a few steps of reeling back noting Shulk's attacks starting to wear the man down. Of course, this match was going to last a while longer, as the obvious displayed that Benedikt was not going to fall anytime soon. In fact, a wide grin rushed across the man's face, "Ooooo yer really catchin' on, aren't ya!"

Reeling back his arms, the lion began to spiral forward again, trying to catch he sword user in another whirlwind.

p_1d20+4 (Spartan Lariat, 16% Damage, 40% STUN Chance)

Going for another attempt was noticeable due to a surge of magical energy. Benny's right fist reared back, and rushed forward with the energy trailing behind and surrounding his fist.

p_1d20+4 (Feral Brutality, 22% Damage)

Next came a swing with his left hook towards Shulk's body. Then a right. Finally, he brought his hands clasped together, and attempted to ram a double fist into his prey.

p_1d20+4 (Brawler Combo, 1st Strike, 6% Damage)
p_1d20+4 (Brawler Combo, 2nd Strike, 6% Damage)
p_1d20+4 (Brawler Combo, 3rd Strike, 7% Damage)

Once that was all said and done, the beastkin spread his arms wide and shouted to the open audience, "Who's gonna dare step down here and fight me once I finish my prey!?"

p_1d20+1 (Appeal)

BENEDIKT HP: 93/190 MP: 4/4 Shield: 70/70 Status: Pumped Cooldowns: (Spartan Lariat, 2 Posts) (Feral Brutality, 1 Post) Appeal: 80

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[heirtothemonado]

"Appreciated, thanks" Shulk muttered back to Benedikt. Ferociously strong as this guy might be, it made Shulk happy that he wasn't as much of a tough guy as he liked to portray. Perhaps they could get along better once this match concluded. Benedikt seemed like a okay guy.

As the Monado's blade cut across Benedikt's hide, the grip on his body was released as the lion tried getting out of the way. While he was distracted, Shulk scrambled out from where had been pressed into the ground, and quickly got some distance between the two of them. Shulk noted the stagger Benedikt had when he had tried avoiding his attacks, Looks like his attacks were finally starting to get through to him. The lion didn't look anywhere near spent though, so Shulk still had a long way to go. Speaking of, Benedikt was coming right at him again!

D_sJQBG4p_1d20+2 (Shulk's Spartan Lariat Dodge: Failure)

Shulk was nailed by the lion's powerful arms, almost knocking him to the ground instantly. Regaining his balance, Shulk stood his ground, ready for anything....until Benny jumped him again, this time with a bit of a magical punch to his attack

p_1d20+2 (Shulk's Feral Brutality Dodge: Failure. Stun Resist: Failure. Shulk cannot dodge the next attack)

This too caught him upside the jaw. He couldn't take much more of this. And yet more still came, in the form of Benny throwing some rapid-fire fists in his direction.
 
(Shulk cannot dodge the first attack due to Stun!)

p_1d20+2 (Shulk's CRIT Brawler Dodge 2: Success)
p_1d20+2 (Shulk's Brawler Dodge 3: Success)

Another fist caught his side, but Shulk managed to sidestep around a couple of them, using this opportunity to strike him while he had him close. Jumping up toward Benny, Shulk swung the Monado toward his face, hoping to catch him off guard.

p_1d20 (Shulk's Air Slash! DMG 15%)

Followed by propelling himself up and over Benedikt's head, propelling himself back down sword first, hoping to catch him in the back


p_1d20 (Shulk's Backslash! DMG 12%)

Landing back on his feet, Shulk started panting a bit. He didn't think that he could last much longer without some kind of assistance. Pulling some ether from the air, Shulk focused it over the bruises covering his body. He could at least patch something up before Benedikt attacked again.

p_1d20+1 (Shulk's Light Heal! Heals Shulk 10 + 14 = 24%)

p_1d20+1 (Shulk's Appeal)

---

 


Shulk
Health: 47/145
Shield: 45/45
Cooldowns: Monado Arts: 3 turns
Shadow Eye: Next Turn!

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[Deleted]

"Buuuh whaaaat!?"

Shulk's maneuverability improved during the lion's last few swings, despite the massive hits dished out. All of this speed was disorienting to a degree. Yeah, the beastkin put on a tough guy act, which was not without the strength to back it up, but even he knew when things were getting dangerous. Being shoved to Li had removed quite a bit of power the lion recalled having before. Or at least, he had not fought Behemoths as of late to test it out.

Little time was given to react once again. Seeing the blade come at him, near the head no less, Benny attempted to avoid being struck.

jypr6l0Mp_1d20-1 (Air Slash, HIT!)

But his opponent was a cheeky one. The strike of the energy blade was used to momentum in efforts to strike him in the back!

p_1d20-1 (Backslash, HIT!)

With the precision of a genius, the blade ended up giving a nice slice down Benny's backside. He stumbled forward from it, snarling as his attention whipped towards his blonde haired opponent, "You wanna outsmart me, kid? HUH!? COME ON THEN!" With yet another burst of magic, the lion surged forward, arm outstretched in order to grab Shulk and slam him into the ground!

p_1d20+4 (Nemean Pounce, 20% Damage, and Shulk is GRAPPLED upon being hit)

Lacking the process to consider whether it will be too much, the lion then tried to bring his foe in by the arm, and attempted to slam Shulk with a knee to the gut.

p_1d20+4 (Wrestling, 12% Damage base, but does 17% Damage instead if GRAPPLED)

"BAAAAAAAAAHAHAHAHAAA! TA BEAST GOT HIS PREY NOW!"

p_1d20+1 (Appeal)

BENEDIKT HP: 66/190 MP: 4/4 Shield: 70/70 Status: Pumped Cooldowns: (Spartan Lariat, 1 Post) (Feral Brutality, COMPLETE) (Nemean Pounce, 3 Posts) Appeal: 80

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