[As she expected, all around. His style relies heavily on raw power, which he certainly has no lack of; this power would grievously harm any who possess no especial defense against it. The Valkyrie, quite fortunately for her, is an Aesir, a goddess, and thus a being of spirit above dross matter; the superheated air does little to harm her. The barrier is another question, but her sword is literally unbreakable. It withstands the onslaught, with the Valkyrie's strength behind it.]
[A poor impasse, though. One of them will need to break it; she chooses herself, skipping back two steps with a lightness that belies her armor. She pursues no counterattack, though, hoping to bait him into launching an attack she can more advantageously intercept.]
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[A poor impasse, though. One of them will need to break it; she chooses herself, skipping back two steps with a lightness that belies her armor. She pursues no counterattack, though, hoping to bait him into launching an attack she can more advantageously intercept.]