"Yes," he agreed, somewhat wryly.

He also stepped back and he did stop the attack, even turned his lightsaber off and returned it to his belt.

"The issue with Soresu is that many of the practicioners lack the ability or willingness to either use defense as offense or to truly capitalize on openings that are present. It's very effective. It must be combined with other forms if your opponent is stronger or has more endurance than you."

He's dizzy and nauseated.

That isn't normal exhaustion.

That's this place and whispers in his head.