Rayden stepped back just out of reach of the blade and holstered his guns. As he prepared himself for battle,his wrist blades slid out silently and locked into place. "I know a lost cause when I see one. And I wasn't ready to fool myself into thinking that I could change your mind,Dresden. The gap between us can never be bridged. And I'm not worried about cutting down those who follow you. For I know that the ones that prefer peace over violence would never join in your mindless slaughter". Having said his piece,Rayden eased into a battle stance,his blades poised and ready. "En garde,Dresden. If I am to die today,then so be it". His eyes flared with the fire of a fearless heart,unafraid of death.