[i]Gonad had expected the knight to bring up his blade. After all, there were only so many options one could execute from such a position and the Lord of the Rising Sun had seen them all (except the explosive shield bit). Unlike the gun-toting, spell-flinging combatants from most universes, Gonad had come from a realm where shields and swords were not only common, but used by virtually every able-bodied humanoid in the country. Yes, even children. It wasn't a very safe or sane place. Regardless, he was pleasantly surprised to see that his opponent more than matched up to the elite Spartan-like warriors of Gielinor. Gonad duly noted that Daniel's small body contained much more power in it than most.

Gonad would release his grip upon the shield the moment he had seized the knight's bicep, snapping his left forearm up to smack away the blade as it darted towards his chin before attempting to roughly jerk the knight closer whilst slipping behind him (maintaining that grip on the shield arm), the general idea being to get at the fellow's back. Even if Daniel's strength could match Gonad's, his lesser body weight wouldn't allow him to easily resist. If Gonad were able to reach this position, then he himself would pause so as to allow conversation. Gonad too had a secret weapon that he preferred not to use. A remorseless technique, mocked and parodied by many but rarely understood for the true lethal impetus it possessed. The German Suplex. Often deadly if used by a common man. Mortal transience incarnate when used by Gonad. Whether or not he succeeded in his positioning, Gonad would still bellow out a boisterous answer to the man's words. He really didn't seem to have an indoor voice.[/i]

[b]"Gonad Yaksplitter be name of such. Many times tricked by smarties has Gonad been, but never twice in row! But trusting be heart of Gonad and first always will brotherhood come before doubt! HRAH!![/b]

[i]Upon concluding this reply the large man would release Daniel and step back. If the knight spoke the truth, then chances are the match would end in a draw due to both warriors being so damned friendly.[/i]