[His own beast had been in considerably worse state due to its staggered legs, which hampered its movement and made it easy to dodge; still thirsty for an outlet after several restless, anxious days, Noctis dances around it longer than it strictly necessary, phasing or ducking around its swiping claws or snapping hooked jaws. Not for too long, though. They may have attacked first - and attacked Umbra, even, which is super unforgivable - but they were still wild animals out in their own environment, and he's not cruel on purpose. One last phase downwards and he summons his sword as the creature leaps over him, the blade slicing cleanly from belly to spine as its own momentum is used against it. It lands in a bloody heap, dead on impact.
The swiftness of that kill means he can turn his full attention on Pyra's fight, which is undeniably impressive. She has a certain grace and skill that speaks of either spectacular instinct or more training than she lets on- more than he's given her, at least. he doesn't remember teaching her that. She's speedy and athletic, moving with a sword that, with her small stature, could easily hamper someone with less control over their body. Very interesting.
A kill's a kill, though, and he files it away as another thing she's inexplicably cagey about. Instead he claps as the beast finally drops, jogging over to hold his fist out.]
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The swiftness of that kill means he can turn his full attention on Pyra's fight, which is undeniably impressive. She has a certain grace and skill that speaks of either spectacular instinct or more training than she lets on- more than he's given her, at least. he doesn't remember teaching her that. She's speedy and athletic, moving with a sword that, with her small stature, could easily hamper someone with less control over their body. Very interesting.
A kill's a kill, though, and he files it away as another thing she's inexplicably cagey about. Instead he claps as the beast finally drops, jogging over to hold his fist out.]
Look at you! Practically a pro already.