Ginger analyzed the Dread for its strengths and weaknesses. That lance would outrange his sword, and his sword would have to be used at a range that could neutralize that shield. In addition, the helmet that the Dread wore would hinder its vision, which worked in his favor. Instead of charging straight towards the Elite, Ginger slides at the last second, under the lance, and pops up right in front of the Dread. He bashes the shield aside with his right forearm and stabs the blade into its chest.