Sephiroth staggers back a couple steps when the electricity hits. He hadn't expected Rufus to have a way to fight back unarmed, and as he fights through the pain coursing through him he can't help feeling slightly impressed.

That wouldn't stop him from beheading the President though.

His lip curled as he regained control of muscles and directed a simple "Impressive" towards the downed man before his sword arm struck out quicker than the eye could follow.

Masamune's blade was sharp enough to cut through flesh and bone without issue and Sephiroth was turning to walk away before Rufus even fell.