Josh was now a little angry at himself, he had a great counter for that but she struck him before he could do it. He didn't expect her to take it easy on him, perhaps he shouldn't either. His start to the match wasn't at all his best, he would have to amp it up quickly if he were stay in this. He backed up and took up a much wider stance, the staff resting on his shoulder, his right hand holding it at the bottom and his left out in front of him. Josh took a breath before making his move. He swung the stick out in front of him, making sure to keep it just out of reach of her counter. He quickly forced the stick around the full swing and caught it with his left hand, simultaneously spinning to his left and thrusting the staff's opposite end at her stomach while crouching. He moved quicker and more precise than last time, hoping the change of tactic would be the key here.