The strategy was working, too. Much as Xion hated to admit it, he was good at keeping one step ahead of her and staying out of her range. Wash's comment from the audience made her roll her eyes (why were people so hung up on her age?) but she didn't spare a glance. Time was almost up...

Time was up. The referee Moogle was calling for a halt and orb count. Xion sighed when she saw how many she had left. Looked like she'd lost this one. Still, she offered a small smile. "Good match."

They really would have to spar for real some time. No powers or armor or anything like that; it'd be interesting.