[ Akechi braces himself against the wall, breathing hard for a moment or several. It's hot, and they ran quite a distance... Is it any surprise he's a little winded? Even with how in shape he prides himself on, the sand doesn't allow for easy running.

He looks at Akira. ]

I wouldn't put it past you. Still, try not to get yourself killed. You might come back, but you'll incur a penalty for a while.

[ He sounds a little annoyed by that. He hadn't died, but he still had to take on someone's penalty. Strangely, he's not as annoyed as he might be....

It must be this stupid place. Ugh. ]

Oh, certainly. When I arrived, I had to deal with the other island's water level rising to dangerous amounts.