It's a great character moment for sure, but it's also a high top tier feat and many are reluctant to accept it.
Talking is a free action, so I wouldn't go as far as 12 seconds. What is clear is that Zoro blocked it for a few seconds though.
I don't really see the difference between deflecting and blocking an attack?
The Admirals did completely neutralise the attack, and I fully acknowledge that.
You need 6 years of wank to reach my
current level.