The duel began under a wave of eager anticipation.
Ryan had explained earlier that in the treacherous terrain of Dreadful Mire, Aspect of the Cheetah's speed boost would be cut down to only twenty-four percent. The swamp's natural twenty-percent slowing effect made it far more punishing than most maps.
Smoking Gun, however, had dismissed the concern with confidence. If Ryan's strategy held water, then even a reduced bonus would be enough for him to prevail.
AJ hadn't been privy to whatever private plan the guild leader had shared with Smoking Gun. Not that he cared. He was facing a Marksmanship Hunter—the flimsiest of the three Hunter specializations—and his confidence burned hot. Countless victories had taught him that Hunters were easy prey for a seasoned Warrior.
When the countdown ended, AJ lunged forward with Charge, closing the gap in an instant. But before he could swing, his body locked in place, encased in ice.
