S13 - Analyze

Maine took the books head-first, not even fazed by the hardcovers to the forehead. He only hissed in response as he readied his massive gun. A dull thunk sounded as he pulled the trigger, launching a primed grenade into the air. Tex leaped out of the way as it collided with the wall, creating an explosion that sent Maine’s abandoned ATV into a tumble. Tex rolled through to a sprint, drawing her pistol and firing shots back as she flipped a table over for cover.

Wesker was nothing if not analytical. He could tell from the exchange alone that these opponents weren’t to be trifled with. As they clashed, he watched closer. The one in the black armor had closed the distance, throwing a combination of strikes. Her skill was apparent as she slowly pushed forward on her larger opponent, opening him up with well-placed strikes where he wasn’t covering up. She was talented, no doubt about that. A deadly foe to be sure. But something about the other one interested Wesker more.

Pure, raw power. In the clearing, Maine had driven by too fast for Wesker to get a good look, but from here, he could tell what a monstrous being this man was. His armor only served to make him even more hulking. There. He absorbed one of Tex’s blows and launched a counter attack, a punch that caught her shoulder. It was enough to knock her back, pausing her onslaught. Wesker smiled. That was the key. Skill was incredible, but there was something truly powerful in the gifts bestowed upon a person.

The wheels began to turn. Wesker was ready to join the fray.

- Season 13, Round 1C, /u/RobstahTheLobstah