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Like a rocket she took off from her spot. Giant lightning claws formed and at the ready. Her hair flapped behind her like a golden mane. The distance between them closed in an instant.

Ryan quickly regains his composure as the battle starts. Without even flinching he moves. Before Lilu could slash him with her claws, a set of dark grey armor appeared on his body. The armor seemed to be a combination of what looked like dark grey platemail in the broad areas, but chainmail in the areas that needed movement. The plate did not give off a metallic glint, and instead had a muted natural texture. The chainmail also did not seem to make any noise when he moved.