Erik's talent was speed. Or at least, that was the only thing he had shown till now. With the speed with which he appeared right before Jake, he didn't get time to react. He was hit by a giant sword and blasted back. He almost fell off the stage but somehow managed to get a grip over the scene and maintain his position.
"That was quite impressive," Jake said. "I never expected you to have such a talent."
Erik didn't reply to Jake's taunt and rushed at him again. After five more pathetic contacts made with the enemy, Jake could finally predict the path of the incoming enemy. He managed to dodge sideways and got the space to counterattack.
"Steel-Mountain King Broadsword Art: First Move"