[Rider's chuckle is deep, and he only spares a quick glance backwards at the question before returning his eyes to the "mess" at hand.]

Combat like this gives me no greater joy. It is, in fact, a mess that I'm more than familiar with. Each and every time, I stand victorious on the battlefield. [TLDR: He can totally do it.] I am honored to have you by my side! Now! We shall end this here and now!

[His blade readies as he prepares to slaughter these men. A good, noble slaughter.]