The regent was forced to use his shield to block. However, Argyle's free hand gripped the side of the shield, keeping a window of opportunity for his attack.
Stabbing his blade into the regent's chest, Argyle twisted it for added pain and damage.
Though Argyle landed a crucial blow, it left an opening for the regent to also slash into's Argyle's shoulder.
They stepped away with blood across their torsos. Neither was backing down from the fight.
Argyle smiled and stretched his wounded shoulder as if to say that he felt fine despite all the damage he took. His bravado continued as Argyle rushed the regent anew, again using his Displacement Boots to the fullest.
The regent scoffed as his blade suddenly became coated in dark energy.
They clashed again, this time with the regent selecting the true Argyle and parrying the attack. But, due to the shield, the regent failed to land a scathing blow.
