The Devil and the Wind (Keni)

Another day, another perfect time to train. At least in the eyes of a particularly semi over driven first year, whose goal in life is to become the number one hero. Though on the flip side the young hero in training has become a bit less intense than when he first started UA. All thanks to the experiences he's had since coming to this well acclaimed academy. So deciding to switch things up today Keni decided that instead of going and training with Byakuya like he's been doing for the past few weeks. The fiery airbender decided that he'd instead go and try some hand to hand combat training seeing as wanted to further broaden his skill set. After all if Misaki and Hise were any indications, sharpening his normal combat skills could only be seen as an asset. So with this Keni figured he'd go check out that gym Jun had told him about on his first day of UA, plus it didn't hurt that Jun had spoken highly of some kid named Hyousuke that frequented this particular gym and was greatly adept in this particular style of combat. Besides after the fun he had fighting the dual elemental, how could Keni not be stoked to fight/meet someone that Jun spoke so highly of.  Dressed in a somewhat form fitting black sleeveless T. With the black basketball shorts along with his white and black sneaker to match Keni was ready to hit the gym.

Upon entering the gym Keni soon found himself wandering around as he tried to find Hyousuke. Hmmm, maybe he's not here? Well there goes that plan. If I was smart I was thinking I would have messaged him on the school chat to see if he'd even be here before just showing up. I've really got to get a better handle on my fighting spirit. Oh well, just because he's not here doesn't mean I can't still get some training in. Just as Keni had finished his train of thought he'd spot the redhead he met back at the Sports Festival. Upon being addressed by the scarlet haired boy Keni would think to himself, Firecracker? Bringing himself back to reality Keni respectfully acknowledged the semi known stranger with a head nod. "Hey yourself hot head. I'm doing fine, just came to get some training in." responded Keni, however a split second before he could answer the boys last question the white haired 1B student instinctually found himself placing a hand on the shoulder where Jun and scared him, and with a fond smile he say, "I'm not quite sure." Keni knew that Jun had left a great impression on him, but for all intent and purposes Keni wasn't sure if he made an impression on the blonde spark plug. After all he did lose the fight, not that he felt bad or minded it, after all it just helped to further stoke his fire. As well as setting him on new and more adventurous course. Especially since he himself couldn't wait to see how Jun would progress talent wise, as well as ideal wise. Seeing as their sparring match had went from a simple test of skills to a battle of wills. Each fighting for their own belief of what makes a hero. "So what brings you here? Planning on a going a few rounds of boxing?" asked Keni as he nodded to the two boxers trading blows in the ring just a few feet away from.

As the crimson haired boy went on about how he found boxing more or less useless, Keni found himself slightly wondering what it was he was going to do for training. He could hit up a punching bag if he felt so inclined to, or he would do some jumping jacks with an alternating rep of jump rope thrown in the mix. Yes Keni had quite a few options he could choose from but the 1B student would soon find his interest suddenly peaked upon hearing the other boy's statement.

"I was meeting one of your classmates here for a training match, but something apparently came up and he had to cancel. Hyousuke Suzuki is his name. Keeps me on my toes, but has yet to actually beat me in a match yet. But he also makes me earn each victory too..."

Wait a second he knows Hyousuke!? And not only that but Hyousuke hasn't been able to beat him even once? How is that possible, how could someone so highly recommended from Jun not even be able to win a single match against this dude. This guy has to be extremely good for Hyousuke to lose to him. With that being the case do I even stand a chance against him, especially without my quirk? Thought Keni as his face dawned a look of intrigue which was now solely directed towards Kyou. It had been a while since Keni fought anyone without the use of his quirk to augment his speed or throwing power, whether it was in a hand to hand or an all out fight. As Keni stared at Kyou, he'd remember his fight with Misaki and smile. "Sure, I'm in. After all who am I to go against fate. Hyousuke is this reason we're both here, but seeing as he himself is missing in action who's to say you and I can't enjoy our self." smirked Keni as he found the prospect of fighting Kyou exhilarating. Assuming of course the scarlet hair boy wasn't lying about him and Hyousuke's bouts with another. "Lead the way, and let's get this party started." Keni's eyes reflected a calm storm at this point as he was beyond excited but at the same time was still in full control. After facing Jun, Keni not only began training his quirk but his mind as well. For Keni had noticed that he allowed himself to be so enthralled by the amazing fight/ opponent he was facing that he stopped thinking ahead. Causing him to make reckless mistakes, and sure it's alright to be completely into a fight but he had to find a balance. And though he'd been working on it,  this fight would be his second attempt at actually applying his newly trained level headedness. Luckily his first attempt with the second year Hise had went off  without a hitch for him. And now he was going to see if he could pull it if off again with Kyou. As Keni followed Kyou to the ring he'd think to himself, I have no idea what this guy can do so I need to be careful. And not only that but just like against Hise I need to keep a level head and pool everything I've learned from every fight I 've had thus far. Misaki, Jun, and Hise those opponents have made me better and now I'll use everything I've picked up and learned from them to take on this unknown opponent. 

As Keni followed the red haired stranger he'd find himself answering a question issued from the boy scarlet. "Oh, I was told about Hyousuke from a fellow UA student." answered Keni as he unintentionally found himself suddenly running a hand over his shoulder, as he traced the scar left by his fight with Jun. The first and only battle wound Keni had ever gotten from an opponent and yet he was quite fond of it. "A real bada$$ that blonde sparky pyro." uttered Keni as he found himself a bit lost in the memory of his fight with Jun, for that fight meant a lot to the young airbender. Shaking his head Keni pulled himself back to reality just as he and Kyou had made it to their destination. Following the red head's lead Keni started gearing up and as he did he found himself constantly peering over at Kyou as the excitement of fighting him was starting build with in the 1-B student.

Entering the ring Keni took to the opposite side of Kyou so that the two were staring at each other as a ref made his way over to them. Upon the ref signaling for the fight to begin, the young airbender exhaled as he took to battle stance that required him to be on the balls of his feet. Seeing as this hand to hand fight was to be had without any quirks. The young airbender made sure to use to position himself in a stance he'd learned way back when before attending UA. This particular stance granted him balance but also allotted him the maneuverability and speed he'd normally use his quirk for. With the fight only just starting Keni watched as Kyou began to approach him and followed suite. Making sure to keep pace as he had no idea how this guy fought. And seeing aside from his fight with Miski the young airbender hadn't fought without his bo staff in quite some time. But due to his training with Byakuya and the few new techniques he had learned in the process he needed now more than ever to get back into the groove of pure hand to hand battles.

The second Kyou got in kicking range Keni launched into a three kick combo. Lifting his right foot with quick speed Keni launched a kick to Kyou's side rib, then to the side of his face in one fluid motion before then going for a high spin jump kick aimed at the other side of Kyou's head.

Upon landing after displaying his opening gambit. Keni found himself taking hits from the scarlet's fiery comeback. Staggering back from Kyou's headbutt, the young pro hero in training noticed that his opponent was still coming in on the offensive. Knowing he needed to answer back the scarlet's advances Keni realized that he needed to somehow reset the momentum of the battle. So remembering how Hise cushioned his kick and launched with an automatic counter in their fight sparked an idea for the UA student. Quickly planting his right foot back Keni then placed his left hand in the way of his gut, thus catching Kyou's punch to his midsection. The instant he had Kyou's hand in his own the air user quickly pulled the scarlet boy towards him making sure to utilize the boy's forward momentum against him. As Kyou came forward Keni swung a right elbow to the side of the boy's face. Following that and with Kyou's hand still in his. The Jackson legacy then went into a no handed cartwheel to his left. Using the momentum of his flip as well as the sideways motion Kyou was going into from the elbow to flip the red haired boy on the ground. Causing Kyou to land on his side just seconds before Keni landed back on his feet. With his opponent now on the floor Keni instinctually went into to a series of backflips as to put some distance between him and his opponent.

I gotta be careful with this guy, he's clearly his far move advance in hand to hand combat than I had imagined. He's quick on his attacks much more so than Hise, though Hise by far has the raw power. Still he moves pretty fast, seemingly he's as quick on his to react. Which could spell out trouble for me no doubt about it. Hise's level of hand to hand with my base level of speed and maneuverability, and on top of that between us both I think he's stronger. So I'm going to need to recall everything  from my fight with Hise while at the same time making sure to be on my guard more so than normal. I can do this, dodging is my speciality. I need to move like the wind more so now than ever. I'd have the advantage on speed if I could use my quirk but without it it seems that we're equally match. You can do this Keni, just stay alert. thought the first year.

With the fight now about to reset and Keni having learned a bit about his opponent due to their first round of attacks. Keni made sure to keep a closer eye on Kyou, as he knew he had yet to see what competition could really do.

As Keni kept his guard up and kept his gaze solely focus on his opponent. He'd notice the wolfish grin that made its way across Kyou's face. That can't be anything good. This is our first fight and I'm clearly outmatched skill wise, so I'm going to have to rely on evading, and immediate counter strikes. Just remember your fights, the one with wise showed me how to use an opponent's own attack against them. The fight with Jun was about trickery being used to create openings. While the fight with Misaki granted me some new hand to hand combat tricks. So I'll just utilize everything I've learned from my fights with them and add them to everything I already know and what I'm learning from Byakuya Sensai. I can do this.

Being pulled out of his train of thought by the circling movements of his opponent. Keni began to feel a bit like stalked prey, however his eyes never diverted from Kyou. The younger bender watched the crimson haired boy's movements with great intensity and laser focus. Taking in every inch of movement as he looked for some slight warning that an attack was imminent. Seeing the jab Keni simply pushed it away with his right hand, on to spot Kyou's kick and so in response Keni quickly lifted the targeted leg in to a bend position while shifting it outwards thus blocking the kick by cutting it off at the knee.

After putting a stop Kyou's attack the scarlet boy took a step back but not missing a beat Keni matched his step backwards with a step forwards thus keeping to the in perfect striking range. The distance between them closed again, Keni made sure to keep his fists in front of him. With his body shifting swiftly in some distraction punches before finally going into a high roundhouse kick sweeping from the left hand side.

Upon going for his round house kick the young airbend suddenly found himself being unexpectedly flipped backwards. With no other choice the 1B student quickly adjusted his movements as to flow into the backflip. Landing in with a bent knee positioned Keni found himself taking on the defensive as a knee came barreling towards his face. Keni couldn't think of anyway to get out of this mess but luckily for him pure instinct took over and the white haired boy's arms immediately shot up in front of his face forming an X shape. Though the impact of Kyou's attack was slightly cushioned it did nothing however to the force it exuded. Now though Keni had no idea what to do about that last attack he did however found a use for the force it released. As his body was being pushed back due to impact the clever UA student decided to use this as his a way to place some distance between him and his opponent as he was no at a disadvantage. Putting his weight into the backward motion that his body was already going into Keni was able to add more force to the motion.

Rolling backwards Keni positioned himself so that when he fully went into his backwards tuck and roll his hand would be positioned formly on the floor. To which he'd tuck one leg close to his midsection so that when he pushed up from off the floor he'd have the leg support so that in one fluid motion he'd be back up on his feet. Thus allowing Keni to avoid both an elbow and side hit, however the second Keni was back on his feet he'd notice Kyou coming in with a hop turn punch. Quickly raising the appropriate arm and bending it so that it was stationed at the side of his face Keni was able to block the incoming hook for Kyou. After blocking the scarlet's punch Keni watched as his opponent backed off. 

At this point in time Keni wasn't sure what he should do against an opponent as fast and as experienced as Kyou was. This sort of combat wasn't Keni's strongest aspect especially without the use of his quirk, but it wasn't as though it was his worst. Still he was clearly outmatched and from what he could tell due to the few little rounds they went, going on the offensive seemed to cause him more trouble than it was worth against this guy. So if that was the case than Keni needed to not play offensive but instead defensive. Defend and Counter! thought the UA student as he began bouncing in place on the very tip top balls of his feet. "Come at me!"