The Wolverine closed her helmet and signaled to the flagman her readiness. He immediately raised his flag and the knights kicked their destriers into action. Just before they met the Wolverine leaned forward in her saddle to get a longer reach and to brace herself. Her lance struck first but it didn't matter as both lances shattered.
The Wolverine was knocked backwards in her saddle and had to fight for balance and control. Her horse sensing the Wolverine's problem instinctively stopped and remained stopped until the Wolverine righted herself. Once back in control, she urged the horse to return to the center of the lists where she dismounted. The Bear was already there waiting for her. As she approached him he pulled from his scabbard the biggest sword that Grace had ever seen; she doubte
