🗣️ Aurelius the First bellows: “We Meet as Equals.”

🐾 A low growl echoes — Fishmonger's companion Barbary Macaque prowls at their side.

Aurelius the First's aggressive stance reads Fishmonger's balanced approach perfectly — a 10% tactical edge!

Fishmonger's balanced stance reads Aurelius the First's aggressive approach perfectly — a 5% tactical edge!

R1: Aurelius the First draws Fishmonger in then punishes with a quick jab and Fishmonger buckles slightly under the impact.

R1: Fishmonger pivots smoothly and redirects the trident at Aurelius the First though Aurelius the First grimaces, the damage is slight.

R2: Aurelius the First angles the weapon low and rakes Fishmonger's leg but Fishmonger gives ground gracefully, damage minimal.

R2: Fishmonger rotates the shaft for a different angle at Aurelius the First and Aurelius the First backpedals, reassessing the situation.

R3: Aurelius the First exploits reach advantage, stabbing at Fishmonger and Fishmonger feels warmth spreading across their side.

R3: A stroke of genius — Fishmonger lands a CRITICAL on Aurelius the First!

R4: Aurelius the First draws Fishmonger in then punishes with a quick jab but Fishmonger turns it aside for only a glancing graze.

R4: Fishmonger is caught in the mesh, struggling desperately to break free!

R4: Fishmonger thrashes free of the net but loses the initiative.

R5: Aurelius the First flows like the tide, trident darting at Fishmonger but Fishmonger anticipates and minimizes the damage.

R5: Aurelius the First times the net throw perfectly, binding Fishmonger's weapon arm!

R5: Fishmonger tears the net away — but the opening has passed.

R6: The arena shakes — Aurelius the First CRITICALLY hammers Fishmonger!

R6: Fishmonger advances with measured steps, then strikes Aurelius the First and Aurelius the First's eyes widen with the shock of it.

R7: Aurelius the First uses the net as a screen then drives through at Fishmonger though the strike lands, Fishmonger hardly notices.

R7: Fishmonger uses superior reach to probe Aurelius the First's defenses though the strike connects, Aurelius the First is unmoved.

R8: The tide turns — Aurelius the First delivers a CRITICAL blow to Fishmonger!

Round 8: Aurelius the First reads the angle and slips clear of Fishmonger's strike.

R9: Aurelius the First lunges with serpentine grace, three points seeking Fishmonger — a scratch that will barely scar.

R9: The net whirls out and snares Fishmonger fast!

R9: Fishmonger breaks free of the mesh, bleeding precious seconds.

R10: Aurelius the First darts forward on the balls of the feet and strikes Fishmonger — Fishmonger barely feels it, adrenaline surging.

R10: Blood sprays as Fishmonger lands a CRITICAL thrust on Aurelius the First!

R11: Aurelius the First pivots smoothly and redirects the trident at Fishmonger and Fishmonger's weapon dips as pain lances through them.

R11: Fishmonger draws Aurelius the First in then punishes with a quick jab and Aurelius the First hisses through gritted teeth.

R12: Aurelius the First flows backward then forward, spearing Fishmonger and Fishmonger realizes they're in serious trouble.

R12: Fishmonger draws Aurelius the First in then punishes with a quick jab opening Aurelius the First up as crimson spatters the sand.

R13: Silence, then a roar — Aurelius the First lands a brutal CRITICAL hit on Fishmonger!

R13: Fishmonger spins the weapon defensively then converts to offense at Aurelius the First striking true as Aurelius the First fights to stay upright.

R14: Aurelius the First steps light as a cat and drives the prongs at Fishmonger though Fishmonger grimaces, the damage is slight.

R14: Fishmonger's breath comes in ragged gasps — defeat looms.

R14: Aurelius the First casts the weighted net — Fishmonger is tangled and floundering!

R14: Fishmonger breaks free of the mesh, bleeding precious seconds.

R15: Aurelius the First withdraws then strikes like lightning at Fishmonger and Fishmonger backpedals, reassessing the situation.

R15: Aurelius the First ensnares Fishmonger in the net — a perfect opening looms!

R15: Fishmonger breaks free of the mesh, bleeding precious seconds.

R16: Aurelius the First circles wide and stabs at Fishmonger's legs yet Fishmonger maintains posture despite the graze.

R16: Aurelius the First ensnares Fishmonger in the net — a perfect opening looms!

R16: Fishmonger tears the net away — but the opening has passed.

R17: Aurelius the First waits for the opening then commits the trident at Fishmonger but Fishmonger steps into it, bleeding off the force.

R17: A master stroke — Fishmonger opens Aurelius the First with a CRITICAL slash!

R17: Aurelius the First is finished — only pride keeps them standing.

R18: Aurelius the First uses the trident like a viper's tongue against Fishmonger and Fishmonger's weapon dips as pain lances through them.

R18: Fishmonger baits Aurelius the First forward then counter-thrusts the prongs landing square and drawing the crowd's roar.

R19: Aurelius the First lunges with serpentine grace, three points seeking Fishmonger — barely a mark, Fishmonger holds the line.