mule kick

Check out the log snippet below. Given I see the "lose balance" echo, shouldn't Grifvon have been lagged some, even if only minimally? If not, then what does the echo signify? <964hp 428m 942mv 27650tnl civilized 6 PM> With a quick turn, you release a powerful rear kick to Grifvon. You feel Grifvon lose balance after your kick's impact. Your mule kick DISMEMBERS Grifvon! The Watcher has a few scratches. <964hp 428m 942mv 27650tnl civilized 6 PM> Grifvon's kicked dirt misses you. The Watcher has a few scratches.