Premise:
"The lighter Sai Routha reversed the grip on one of his swords, took a relaxed stance, and crossed the swords in front of him."
Hypothesis: Sai Roughta relaxed with his swords.

yes

Premise:
"ascended to that level yet"
Hypothesis: Ascended there already.

no

Premise:
"Adrin with his long stick and short stick, San'doro with two short sticks held in a reverse grip."
Hypothesis: San'doro nor Adrin were holding any sticks.
no