Hamel burst into uproarious and evil laughter as the music stand collided with his opponent. "THAT was an attack of epic brilliance! Few who have ever faced the overwhelmingly awesome strategies of the great hero Hamel have ever survived!" he cackled. "I am a tactical genius!"

That had been easy. Maybe he wouldn't even need to use his magic music against Laharl-- though it would be disappointing if he couldn't get the little bastard to admit he'd been wrong about its power and effectiveness in battle. Oh it would be fantastic to let that jackass eat his words.

"Is that all you got?" Hamel challenged, sweeping a tiny and insincere bow. "Or shall I commence the next phase of my brilliant strategy?"