By his training, AnoYi had learned the best way to avoid harm was to not be where your opponent could reach you.  For Swashbucklers mobility was the key to both offense and defense. Unfortunately, that philosophy had its limitations. Avoiding area attacks was one of those weaknesses.
  Alaerin was offering to take the brunt of the Champions magical attack and the Coyote was on no position to decline the safe harbor.  AnoYi ran, leapt and slid into the lee behind the now armored mage. "[color=ed1c24]I think either Gutou or his Throne are powering this arena.[/color]" he said, out of breath. "[color=ed1c24]Take them out and I think we win...[/color]"