Elise's attack did indeed carry her further than she intended, when the ice proved difficult to halt on. Her enchantments strained to redirect his kick, but ultimately couldn't do so, and his boot found the side of her right leg, forcing her down onto one knee. She winced, as the limb twisted somewhat painfully, but no serious damage had been done, and she managed to act quickly, tucking her shoulder and rolling forward, coming quickly back to her feet, albeit with enough time for him to turn and face her again, effectively resetting the fight.

	"So you would murder our people in their homes instead?" she spat, maintaining her ready stance. She tried to ignore the wyvern peering down at her; she couldn't afford to be distracted by it. Valence had strong control of magic, making his attacks difficult for her amulet and gear to intercept. She couldn't afford any mistakes, either. "You're no better than those who intend to conquer you. We will not be intimidated into submission!"

	She rushed forward again, this time kicking up a cloud of soft snow towards Valence, hoping to obscure her approach, giving her a better chance at breaking through. She broke off, through the cloud, trying to get around his right side, not risking a feinted step for fear of slipping on the ice. As she came around, Elise attempted to slash high with her sword, aiming for his exposed head.