Maximus the Cruel's balanced stance reads Fishmonger's defensive approach perfectly — a 5% tactical edge!

R1: Fishmonger sees red and CRITICALLY carves into Maximus the Cruel!

R1: Maximus the Cruel is caught in the mesh, struggling desperately to break free!

R1: Maximus the Cruel claws out of the net but the advantage is lost.

R2: The arena explodes — Fishmonger lands a fight-changing CRITICAL on Maximus the Cruel!

R2: Maximus the Cruel transitions from defense to offense, striking Fishmonger and Fishmonger lets out a primal scream of pain!

R3: Fishmonger uses the net as a screen then drives through at Maximus the Cruel hammering Maximus the Cruel with the force of a mule's kick.

R3: Maximus the Cruel lunges with serpent speed, both weapons seeking Fishmonger and Fishmonger backpedals, reassessing the situation.

R4: Fishmonger demonstrates mastery of distance, lancing Maximus the Cruel ripping through Maximus the Cruel's guard like it wasn't there!

R4: Maximus the Cruel feints brilliantly then CRITICALLY hammers Fishmonger!

R5: Fishmonger spins the shaft and stabs at Maximus the Cruel's lower body and Maximus the Cruel gives ground, breathing hard.

R5: The weighted net catches Maximus the Cruel across the shoulders — trapped!

R5: Maximus the Cruel breaks free of the mesh, bleeding precious seconds.

R6: Fishmonger channels all their skill into a CRITICAL strike at Maximus the Cruel!

R6: Maximus the Cruel is at death's door, hanging on by pure will.

R6: Maximus the Cruel spins on the ball of the foot and cuts at Fishmonger and Fishmonger hisses through gritted teeth.

R7: Fishmonger circles clockwise and punches the trident through Maximus the Cruel's guard leaving Maximus the Cruel grimacing and unsteady.

R7: Maximus the Cruel presses forward, dual swords singing through the air at Fishmonger and Fishmonger backpedals, reassessing the situation.

R8: Fishmonger weaves the net as distraction then punctures Maximus the Cruel driving Maximus the Cruel to one knee before they recover.