The bite might have been intended as some kind of punishment but, aside from the pinch, he enjoys it. He makes it clear in the way he moans suddenly and flinches his hips, fingers curling into brief fists. He holds his breath before sighing it out again, turning his head to glance at Auron, almost pouting.

"If I can figure this thing out."

It's a short complaint, something to be tossed aside by anyone who knows how stubborn Tidus is when he puts his mind to something. It's going to have to take some fussing, but if he's determined to get the armor off of him, he will. He gives Auron's shoulder a short pat before sliding his hands down his sides, feeling the gap between his arms and his ribs. He assumes there's no opening from the back and seeks out latches or tethers at his sides. It takes him... a short while, tugging at everything before something gives and he can feel its binding open.

He exclaims quickly in victory and grins anew, moving his hand up his side to eagerly work the rest of the fastenings free.

"Then you'd better act with more determination."