Gio had jumped back. so he was far enough away to see the attack coming, as well as sense it. it barely took an instant to gauge the blast's strength. "Danku" HE put up the barrier behind him mostly to prevent as much collateral damage as possible. Then he used the energy he had been gathering from 'inhale' to erect his shikai barrier around him. he had enough energy stored to survive the attack. his barrier should be able to withstand the brunt of the blast before breaking. He raised his sword defensively as the blast struck his barrier with a massive force. The barrier maintained for a moment but was ultimately shattered and Gio was pushed back into the Danku barrier he put up. HE was pretty hurt, but very much alive. He leaned against the Danku and dissipated it as he stoop up. Gio had more than enough answers, now all he had to do was survive long enough to report them. He let himself float into the air, noting that it was yet another Linear attack. flying would give Gio more mobility to dodge the mans attacks. As well as a wider view and well needed distance.