Reidar ran right into Erik's swung sword, it was nothing short of impressive how Erik had the aptitude for different types of weapons but this could be attributed to the ring-like fights he occasionally hosted in his camp.
Reidar knew he could not stop in time but he used the muddy floor to his advantage, falling to his knees to not only dodge Erik's attack once more but the mud on the floor act as a slide, making sure the distance between him and Erik was closed down with this.
Sliding past Erik, he managed to inflict a small cut on his right upper thigh but unfortunately for Reidar, it was not deep enough.
"You are still holding back?" Erik asked, he looked disappointed by the level of injury Reidar had inflicted on him, he expected something far more devastating.
"Did he leave himself open intentionally? He really is crazy!" Reidar thought. Erik was scarier than his reputation, Reidar was more curious why a blow to the heart did not kill him.