The judge sighs. “Both moves employ powerful attacks,” he says at last, “with similar defenses. Neither defense is terribly applicable, though Arkanyl’s is more apt in defending against the descent of the snow. Arkanyl’s attack is significantly stronger, though lacking in poetry. But Meowth’s attack makes good use of synergy, with the icy blizzard quelling the fires of the volcano, and is more elegant and musical in its sound. I question whether a blizzard can truly be described as ‘sinuous’, but this is a matter of opinion and so I discard it as irrelevant.
“Ultimately, I am unable to determine which move is superior, and as neither move makes use of the day, time or location of the match, I must rely on the combatants’ records. This, at least, is clear: Meowth has the far superior record, and thus wins the round. Point and Match to Meowth.”
Two flags Meowth.
Victory to Meowth!
“Meowth, you are now an Overlord 10, with a record of 34-6. The rank of Oyuban and total mastery of the Yakuza is but a whisper away. And if you can defeat the remaining opposition as handily, your victory in this tournament is all but assured.
“Arkanyl, you are now a Dark Master 2, with a record of 15-12. You fought cleverly, but were unable to defeat the mightiest Yakuza in the land. The prize of the Tournament of the Phoenix Eye is not to be yours. However, you will receive a number of valuable consolation prizes, such as a year’s supply of Yangchow Fried Rice Mix and a full set of Ginsu knives.”