[Nodding, he breathes in before running them forward—he orders Loki to, of course, since he can't very well control him while trying to focus on this. He simply entrusts him to carry out what needs to be done.
Entering the Arena, the beast wastes no time trying to find them. Akechi stomps the ground to draw its attention while Loki falls back. Acting as bait isn't ideal but it isn't meant to be a long-term solution. He just needs to keep its attention long enough for Miken to get in there.
Loki does hover around nearby with her, one thin, long arm reaching up to steady her just in case. He doesn't want her to fall. But he glances at her—well, it counts as glancing when he doesn't have proper eyes—seeming to be waiting for her orders.
It's confirmed when Akechi shouts:] When you see an opening, direct him! He'll listen to you!
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Entering the Arena, the beast wastes no time trying to find them. Akechi stomps the ground to draw its attention while Loki falls back. Acting as bait isn't ideal but it isn't meant to be a long-term solution. He just needs to keep its attention long enough for Miken to get in there.
Loki does hover around nearby with her, one thin, long arm reaching up to steady her just in case. He doesn't want her to fall. But he glances at her—well, it counts as glancing when he doesn't have proper eyes—seeming to be waiting for her orders.
It's confirmed when Akechi shouts:] When you see an opening, direct him! He'll listen to you!