Bruce heard the sword break up, and he recalled hearing about Alvios' superior skills in ki control.
[color=0072bc][i]'It would be best to make this spar brief for both of us,'[/i][/color] Bruce thought, turning his foot to give him a wider stance and therefore more momentum in pressing on. [color=0072bc][i]'In the long run, though, if Mikey was correct, I should be able to outlast him in a battle of stamina.'[/i][/color]
Bruce expelled more of his ki in a focused form of a chain that snaked around his body under his robe. The end of it then flew out and downward toward Alvios' feet, intent on taking away his footing while Bruce pushed upward with more force with his blade to upset Alvios' balance.
At the same time, he dug deep into his soul for the sensation that had struck him during his bout with Vale. Fortunately, he found it readily, even in the space somewhat removed from his element, and his body hardened in response. Beneath the building, he heard the planet's breathing, and he allowed his mind at ease that this sage form would be sufficient to prevent serious damage from Alvios' projectile weaponry and give Bruce an edge in power.