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"Spar with me." Hans blinked in surprise and the unexpected request. He wasn't particularly fond of sparring, one had to be careful so has not to seriously hurt or kill your opponent which meaning you couldn't fight at you best. Still, Hans did as he was told gripping his hammer firmly in both hands. Verza already had his sword and shield ready and was twirling his sword around in a skillful manner. Hans settled into a good combat position, feet apart and legs slightly bent, poised to move at a moments notice. He kept his muscles relaxed and pretended to be confused, uncertain of what to do, in hopes it might lure his opponent into a brief moment of false security. The he unleashed his hammer in a mighty blow aimed at Verza's sword arm. He hoped to catch the sword in a manner that he could knock it out of the High Priests hand, but barring that it might through the man off balance or drive him back a few inches.