[There is only a brief startle at the blade protruding from her arm. Mind detached curiosity, nothing more. He can't afford anything else while in battle. For all his time away from the darkness, skills and instinct honed in battle remain strong.] Understood.

[Ventus doesn't think much more, just darts into battle. His style is a mix of power and speed. It's effective but there's still a lot of holes and gaps in it.

Ventus doesn't seem to notice - or care.]