His wings flap, keeping him balanced as he continues to drive himself against the barrier. It's not enough, he already senses - this spear is just regular steel, and he can feel his strength waning, blood dripping down against the exterior of Sasarai's shield as Estinien attempts to rend it in two.

He's hurt, Sasarai points out, and something about it makes his gut twist furiously. No - don't you dare take mercy on him, something inside him screams. He doesn't need your pity-

A roar rips free of his throat, dark energy forming around the shaft of his spear as he gives it a final thrust. He'll make sure Sasarai has to fight for this.