[Auto-Reflex] [Muscle Hardening]
Even letting his hand move on its own to optimally defend himself while simultaneously toughening his body, there was only so much that could be done.
"Ngh–"
Slashes came in a horizontal line across his pecs, along with one to his shoulder blades, and another to his leg. It was only thanks to fortifying his body that the elusive dagger didn't cut any deeper than it did.
'He's raising his speed even more? No, something's different–it's not just about being fast,' he attempted to analyze.
The speed of a thought was too slow in the battle of milliseconds, as he immediately sensed an omni-directional assault again. This time, he didn't hesitate, clapping his hands together to form a dome of stone around his position.
"Haah…"
Relinquishing [Tintri], he gave his mind and body a much needed breather. He'd trained his body extensively to handle it, though it still wasn't without its own cost.
["Stamina" Proficiency +1] [112/999]
