Despite his Lawless Authority, which typically rendered him immune to rule-type powers, Ayame's newfound strength allowed her to momentarily take control of Maverick's movements.
Her fingers brushed against his arm, and for a split second, Maverick's body stiffened, his movements arrested by the force of her authority.
Maverick's eyes widened in surprise as he felt his body betray him. "Impossible!" he roared, his will surging to break free of Ayame's grip.
With a powerful burst of dark energy, he threw her back, but Ayame was ready.
She twisted in midair, landing gracefully and immediately re-engaging, her teammates right behind her.
Kayden, stepping forward with his Rock Paper Scissors Authority, called out to Maverick. "Let's play a little game! Rock, paper, scissors, shoot!"
