With these early stages the most tactical thing to do was to watch and observe. Sure, a more aggressive person may rush in and get a few hits right away but there was so many unknown variables here that an ounce of caution would not be misplaces.

But that was no reason to stand idle.

Drawing in her focus on her own internal energies, she took a wide stance and raised her hands. In the next instant glowing green winds swirled around her to create a sphere around her body. This magic felt weird, but there was also a calm as she steeled herself for the battle ahead.