The Lightning Wolf Keneth, the Werelion Rekna, the Holy Knight Xavier, the Necromancer Zarash, and the blood of more than one powerful opponent had been spilled by Desmond's hands. Regardless of the conditions or level difference, Desmond emerged victorious each time.
As a hunter, Desmond used more than just brute force. He used his wisdom and any tools at his disposal to ensure victory. Desmond was a decent enough hunter in that regard, but this was the first time in his life that he truly felt like the prey.
That was how big the difference in power was between Stalker and Desmond. The match had barely started, but Desmond had already lost an arm; worse than that was just being dead. In fact, Stalker may as well have killed Desmond with that last attack, but it seemed like Stalker wanted to get something out of Desmond.