[Oh boy. He expected some kind of retaliation, but the kick is going to surprise even him. He only barely manages to bring up his crystallized arm and step back to block the most of it, but that's still a powerful kick right there so there's a slight stagger.
But now he's more aware and will be quicker to react to whatever Shadow tries next while also remaining aware of where they are.]
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But now he's more aware and will be quicker to react to whatever Shadow tries next while also remaining aware of where they are.]