An idea came to mind. He quickened the speed of his attack and with pure strength, forced the hapless knight to turn; now his back was to the water-filled canal that ran parallel to road. Step by step the knight was driven backwards. Each time he tried to twist away, Jagger countered and forced him closer to the water.

The knight's face was twisted in agony. He was tired and weakening and the increased tempo of the strikes against him ...