[Still a bit off-kilter, the Black Belt isn't able to fully block the strike, but he attempts a parry anyway. The weapons connect with a clack and Gold's goes sliding down his opponent's, connecting with his hand with less force than it otherwise might have.
Then the Black Belt spins, bringing his staff with him as he circles around Gold in a single smooth motion before skipping back to buy himself a moment to recover. He even shakes his hand, making a pained sound.]
Very good! You see how much better it works with two hands?
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Then the Black Belt spins, bringing his staff with him as he circles around Gold in a single smooth motion before skipping back to buy himself a moment to recover. He even shakes his hand, making a pained sound.]
Very good! You see how much better it works with two hands?