[Grimsley nods in approval.]

A good opening. Psychologically, landing the first strike is motivational. Aerial Ace is a move that cannot miss.

[And indeed, Bisharp lands a solid hit on Krookodile, who stumbles a few paces back and roars in defiance, as Grimsley calls out.]

Outrage!

[The roar intensifies, and suddenly, the crocodile is a whirl of slashing claws, smashing feet, and whipping tail.]