With a deadly look on his face, the Scion jerked to the side, dodging the knife.  His own blade struck true, landing a solid blow on Dave despite all his terrific agility...but though Dave could feel that the attacker was nearly his equal in strength, the jagged sword couldn't penetrate the powerful nemean-hide duster.<br/><br/>Dave definitely owed his aunt a thank-you note.<br/><br/>(Tick 27: Dave<del>and Crazed Scion</del><br/>Tick 30: Dunkleostei #1 and #2<br/>Tick 31: Crazed Scion)