Zharkov turned his head slowly to see another opponent enter the ring, declaring himself then moving close. Zharkov scoffed, then as Akira had his arms by Zharkov, Zharkov calmly raised his hands to grab Akira by the wrist. "Privet" he grumbled, throwing Akira aside.

Zharkov turned his attention back to Shah-Nahul, a much more worthy opponent, and clenched his fists. Zharkov gestured with his head for the Mastonoid to make the first move, calmly awaiting the gladiator's attack.