Rhys's shielding took most of the blow to the knee, only allowing a small amount of the Shotel to penetrate his armor - not doing severe damage to his knee. Rhys thrusts backwards away from the wall, towards Al. But before reaching him, he swings the other chain around, wrapping it around Al's chest - then attaching the hilt to his waist. Then, he ignites fire and lightning at the same time around his body and weaponry - causing enough heat for Al to feel beyond the grip of his hand. Then, to bring himself in, he pulls on the chain; activating his power Gauntlets, he sends multiple punches to the side of Al's head, hoping to loosen the grip on his chains in order for him to kick away.