The inn rapidly clears of bystanders, leaving only those willing to face the Oni itself. One ronin sprints towards the alcove where the weapons are stored, searching for his own blade. A second, braver or perhaps more foolish than the first, runs at the Oni with only his bare hands. Stopping a pace short of it, he spins in a crouch, the heel of his foot impact with a loud crunch against the Oni's knee.<br/><br/>The Oni screeches, in pain or rage perhaps, and a taloned hand crashes against the ronin, sending him flying across the floor and into the scrambling Crane. The ronin lies still, not making even a sound of pain, though his chest seems to still rise and fall faintly.<br/><br/>The Crane still held it shakes violently, before throwing aside, sending the man crashing to the ground almost at Hida-san's feet. It turns its attention back to the one remaining Crane, stalking towards him as the rest of you ready your weapons.<br/><br/><br/>Asahina-san: A cursory glance is enough for you to see that the innkeepers daughter is scant moments from death. If she is to be saved, it must be done now.<br/><br/>Hida-san: Your taunt stings the beast, and it turns to glare at you, allowing the Crane to scramble backwards out of its reach, safe for a few moments longer.<br/><br/>Round over.<br/><br/>Tides of Battle (skirmish - P166) applicable for everyone. Declare round 2 actions, same initiative order, baring any changes via Tides of Battle.