[Busy making his speech! So doesn't notice the punch flying at him.] Oof! [Staggers but stands; he's used to this!]
Dishonorable fiend! To attack before the opponent is prepared is low indeed. But I shall respond with only the utmost honor -- whether it is deserved or, in this case, not so.
[Raising his bokken with both hands now, and assuming a standard kendo position.] En garde!