Commission from  brindle.

Go get one of their Wing-Its, they turn out like this, amazing work!

So why is Koda grinning in the middle of a swordfight while his opponent looks like he's doing his best to kill him? Because he's having fun!

If some hothead new warrior wants to prove something by challenging him in a tournament or on the street, he'd let them exert themselves with big swings as he just parries and steps aside, let their blade slide off his, turn and face...and once they've worn themselves out, sweep their legs with a kick and call for a yield. And then help them up and pat them on the back, and buy them an ale.

He wouldn't actually hurt them unless they were a seriously evil sort. He's a Good Guy.

To me, it looks like he's toying with them and having fun. Honorable challenge to single combat doesn't preclude playing with your opponent!

He's a cat, after all.