So you can use protection magic as well? [A small rise of the brow. Impressive.] I'll try to make short work of it then—wouldn't want you wearing out too quickly.

[Flexing his left wrist a bit, he gauges how he feels after using that expending that much aether. It's still a bit strange to feel as fresh as he does, but since this is for battle, he's glad for it. With his levin crackling at his fingertips, he tightens his grip on his sword, drawn and ready.]

On your mark.