[ kaveh takes an additional step back, because if alhaitham does think to cut at the vines, then he's going to be on him in 2 seconds flat. he decides to reinforce them, focusing hard on bulking the vines up, which prompts them to tighten around his limbs. ] If throwing a little tantrum helps, then by all means. [ he waves a hand at him, wishing he could get close enough to relieve him of his sword. ]