[For once, it feels like he's finally run dry on lightning; there aren't sparks and bolts fighting to get out of his skin, finally granting Akihiko a reprieve. And giving him a chance to get his fists up, and follow that advice.]

"Press the attack-? Yeah... I can do that much."

[The nice thing about snakes is that they have plenty of ribs. Meaning that Akihiko can pick just about any spot on the thing and start slamming his fists in, and delivering some payback.]

"Not fun having your ribs bashed in, is it?"

[That bit slips out in a growl; someone's still a bit on edge about almost getting them busted again.]