The deer backed off, laughing, hopping around the perimeter of the duelling ring as his opponent took to the air once again. The deer wore practically no armour, a mere chainmail coif that covered his barrel and withers, his hooded cloak torn and tattered from his travels absent. The brown furred deer was slightly larger than an earth pony stallion but considerably leaner in build, with thin legs and small, cloven hooves. His bright, green eyes seemed to shimmer and dance with unbridled exuberance and mirth. Two proud antlers grew from his head, strong and sharp. He had not worn his blades for this fight. Even so, the tips of his antlers were covered. Traditionally, and in good sense, most edged or pointed weapons were covered in tournament bouts unless the participants agreed otherwise.