[Ian makes a disapproving noise but takes a few steps back anyway, raising his hand to push his helmet back into place and swiftly redoing the clasps. The weight of leaving it open would have just caused him to misbalance, which would impact his accuracy.]
I'm starting to feel like I have a small idea of what it could be.
[But they'll do it Souji's way first. Ian looks at the distance between them and takes a few more steps backwards, just to allow Souji enough of a reaction time to block his attack.
Ian's Gabureolver twirls in his hand easily, and though he still keeps up the casual air, his feet shift into a position better for blocking. He's not sure if Souji will be following up immediately with his counter-attack, but it's best to be prepared.]