Her first hit may not have hit, but that wasn't totally unexpected, which is why she went for the second strike. Her staff, the most precious item she has, was made of the finest dwarven steel out there, and when the sword hit it, it simply produced some sparks, as steel hit against steel.<br/><br/>When the man dropped to his knees, she went for another hit, but was surprised at how fast he came back up, grabbing her arm. She lost balance, dropping her staff, as she was sent flying against a nearby tree. She looked back up, wincing, and saw him rush at her, sword forward. Melina didn't lose a moment and ducked to the side, rolling behind him, and picking her staff back up from the ground. She spun around, and went on the offensive again, trying to hit at the man's back before he could turn around.<br/>