"Pretty much was magic. That's how I've always called lightning, through calling out... I guess you'd call it another aspect of myself? I've always called it Persona, but it's still casting spells, no matter what you call it."

He's feeling a little bit more confident and at ease after hearing those words. But his smile is still on the wry side. And there's a spark of respect in his eyes, still clearly there as he gives Yang a nod.

"Ah-

Akihiko Sanada. And likewise, good to be fighting alongside you. Glad that whatever else, we've got some good brawlers here."