i. i’m here to go beyond my limit not to compromise (vs. Wriothesley)

[Being forced into the Fae realm yet again was frustrating. But at the very least Takame was in a better mental state than he was last time, and he was in his element to boot. Granted, war is just as much his element than the ring but this way was more constructive comparatively speaking. A test of strength and skill.

So Takame, or "Tsurugi" of Team Seelie, entered ready to face his opponent. He’s only spoken with the Duke a few times, but their first meeting told Takame that he was very strong. That was all Takame needed. And while he had his Gunblade, there was something he wished to try.]

If you wish, I am fully capable of proceeding unarmed. My body is as much of a weapon as my sword.

ii. and you can tell me if i mean it looking in my eyes (vs. Nero)

[Takame and Nox have sparred many times. Always in the controlled space of the Fight Club. There were many moves Nox had taught him that never existed in his world, or perhaps he's just never seen them within the Three Great Continents. He knew Nox was strong. Ever since August, he’s known Nox was stronger than even that.

He could see it. Sense it.

So facing him in this arena there was an uncharacteristic lightness in his demeanor. A soft smile that just under the surface a striking confidence could be sensed. A fire that wished to rage.]

I trust you’ll not hold back, Senpai.