Ahhhh, and there it is. That noble woman he'd spoken with mentioned Skadi, and clearly the Avvar is as unhappy about the situation and how it all turned out as he is. "Just like the bastards behind the attack wanted, most likely." The blow lands; he might have been able to get out of the way in time, but he'd likely stumble doing so. And anyway, he doesn't mind being a bit of a punching bag. He shifts back, going into a defensive stance.