Were it not for her experience in Dwemer lifts, Meesei might have given more of a reaction to their ascent up the tower. Neesa had braced herself before Siloune had even activated the platform, so she had identified it right away. Neesa did not act terribly impressed once they reached the top, though Meesei did not mind showing a hint of her awe at the view. It was her first time visiting Alinor where she was actually able to see the outside. It was a city built upon a hill, with even taller spires reaching towards the clouds. Its stonework was as ancient as the Altmer people, and as pristine and beautiful as any outsider might have expected. The roof of their spire did not give a clear view onto the streets below, unfortunately, though Meesei supposed that was for the best. This duel was not meant for the public eye. 

Meesei had brought a few magicka potions in case she needed to be ready for the duel quickly, but since Hal-Neesa had contributed the lion's share of magicka for their portal, she did not even need them. The Thalmor seemed intent on getting through with this affair quickly, and Meesei had no reason to argue. While her witnesses were escorted to their seats, Meesei walked leisurely to her own side of the pavement, her eyes still on the skyline around them. "You have a fine arena, in the midst of a beautiful city. Alinor has a reputation that is both mysterious and larger-than-life among other parts of Tamriel, and I can certainly say that it does not disappoint." Meesei commented, though as she spoke, she untied the straps of her dress and allowed it to fall down her body, telekinetically pushing it aside once she stepped out of it. Immediately, she began her transformation, her body growing and contorting into her werewolf form. It was a form that finally gave her greater stature, and magnitudes more strength than any Altmer around her, but she did not expect Teroiah to be intimidated, particularly as one who had faced down Daedric hordes before. In fact, for a battlemage as powerful as Teroiah, it was a choice that would have made the duel much easier for her, against any other opponent aside from Meesei. But, she would see soon enough the reasoning behind her decision. 

"It is a wonderful vista for battle with a worthy opponent." Meesei added, finally setting her gaze upon Teroiah. 

By this point, the others had been seated, and for the first time since they had met her, Neesa was outwardly showing some genuine confusion. She leaned in slightly towards Sabine, while still keeping her eyes on Meesei. "Has she gone...insane, or something? Or did her lucky win against me [i]really[/i] go to her head?"