William
*The barbarian's eyes would be wide open as he sees Horace suddenly zoom all the way behind him, but he's no pushover. Since his knee's already in the air, he performs a back kick at Horace before the thief can land a kick.*
Megan
*It seemed the barbarian was quicker then he first thought as a kick would come around. Though Horace would still be able to dodge it as he steps to the left of the leg. Though this was it, the opportunity Horace was looking for! The thief would reach over with both hands as soon as he dodged. His hands reaching for the barbs leg, getting a firm grip. After, the elf would attempt another kick with his right leg at the man's remaining leg while pinning his other leg.*
William
*The barbarian seems to be incredibly skilled though, as he jumps off his one leg and uses that same leg to throw a roundhouse kick at the elf. Both his feet would be in the air.*
Megan
*The elf would be surprised yet again, as he gasps and lets go of the barbs leg. Stumbling backwards and almost tripping over himself as he barely dodges the kick. He'd pause for a moment, regathering himself and getting into a stance. His left foot forward with a hunched back again. His hands up in a defensive manor as he looked at his opponent.*
"Damn, you're pretty good!"
William
*The barbarian regains his posture, now taking up a boxing stance with his hands in front of his face.*

"You're not so bad yourself. Fastest guy I've seen."
Megan
*The elf would grin slightly before dashing forward once again. Just as quickly as before since fleet foot would still be active. Approaching at a lowered angle, the thief would soon come into distance of the barb. Suddenly stopping, his left foot sliding forward as the elf prepared to strike. His fist reeling back and striking the barb flat in the stomach, maybe knocking the air into him. The attack was a bit slower than normal since Horace tried to make it powerful.*
William
"Wha-"

*Instinctively, the barbarian raises his knee to match Horace's fist. It didn't seem like he was expecting that. Horace would feel quite a large pain shoot through his hand, fortunately not breaking it. The barbarian's knee doesn't seem to look too good either, as his face is slightly strained.*

*The barbarian does lash back out with a kick from the knee, though quickly pulls it back.*
Megan
*The elf would grunt loudly as a great pain shoots up his arm. His finger's and hand seemingly going numb with sharp pain. Though he didn't have time to grimace, as he notices the man's leg quickly flies forward. The elf would have some trouble dodging among the sharp distraction in his hand and the unexpectedness of the kick. Though he'd still manage to make some effort, as he jumps back reflexively. Holding his own hand, waiting for the pain to subside.*
"O-Ow..."
William
*The barbarian realizes he'll need to switch up his tactics. The elf was strong enough to hurt him by hitting the knee, otherwise a very hard spot.*

"What's your name? It's always good to know who you're going to fight."

*He puts on a confident grin, then suddenly rushes forward, his head moving side to side, his hands still up.*
Megan
*After a moment, the pain that shot through his hand would fade. And as such, the thief would let go of his hand, flailing it back and forth as if shaking it off. That really fucking hurt, but it seems like he did some damage still. Looking up, the elf would hear the barbarian speak, a slightly confused expression growing under his mask.*
"U-uh... The names Horace, Horace Caranaro... Who're you- shit!"

*Horace would panic for a moment as the man rushes forward, not exactly prepared. Though that soon changes, as his body quickly shifts into a stance to dodge. The thieves' hands would be up, though not made into fists as he intended to deflect or dodge the incoming attack.*
"C'mon then!"
William
*The barbarian advances forward, going for a quick jab and a cross, afterwards launching two more jabs and a cross. He retains his defensive position, knowing that any slow attack could be punished.*

"Never let your guard down in a fight!"