Board Thread:4. General Discussion/@comment-124.83.16.225-20160127164816/@comment-124.83.16.225-20160306065021

Kichi fought with his soul weapons and the only equipment Lionel had were to protect his arms and legs, otherwise he fought only with his limbs and claws. Aside from that, Kichi had his lightning flames and Lionel his fighting spirit which manifested as an aura.

Kichi was most certainly stronger than Lionel (until he unleashed his Sacred Treasure), Lionel's fighting spirit protected him from Kichi's lightning flames, and if Kichi doesn't get his shield then Lionel wouldn't have his protectors on either to deflect and parry Kichi's axe attacks. However, I think Lionel would have the advanage given that he'd still have his claws.