Steve sensed something in the air. Namely, the overlord. With a sword. Swinging it in midair. Needless to say, this was bad. He picked up his staff, twirled it in the air and, after backing up for a few mili-seconds then attempted a block with his nigh indestructible fire staff This would either work or fail miserably. If it failed, he'd be cut in half. If he succeeded, he could get the opportunity to jump back.