She dances as a small child, with joy but never abandon; she has chosen to be dora milaje one day and even now she believes her behavior must suit.

She dances as a young woman in celebration, W'Kabi circling around her as though she were his prey when they both know the truth is different from appearances.

The battle is the dance, the spear a deadly extension of herself and the steps drawing life from her opponents to drain deep into the ground.