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Post by Mat Cauthon on Aug 29, 2008 11:36:01 GMT -6
The Kingfisher takes a Silverback Begun while the sword is at shoulder height or higher, a downward stab for the abdomen. Begun when the sword is lower than shoulder height, a downward stab meant to cripple a leg or the groin. May also be used to parry a midlevel strike
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Post by Mat Cauthon on Aug 29, 2008 11:36:13 GMT -6
Leopard in the Tree A preliminary form, begun with both hands on the hilt of the sword, knees bent, and leaning forward in a ready position. This form is used to prepare for Unfolding the Fan or another such drawing technique
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Post by Mat Cauthon on Aug 29, 2008 11:36:25 GMT -6
Leaf Floating on the Breeze A horizontal guard position with a form similar to The Falling Leaf. The blade will move up and down according to the threat while moving horizontally to offer new threats. A good basic form. Attacks from this position should include Lightning of Three Prongs and Lizard in the Thornbush.
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Post by Mat Cauthon on Aug 29, 2008 11:36:36 GMT -6
Lightning of Three Prongs Beginning from a basic stance like Lion on the Hill, a thrust that can either continue as a thrust or slash to either side. Can also be used to parry.
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Post by Mat Cauthon on Aug 29, 2008 11:36:47 GMT -6
Lion on the Hill A basic guard stance, with the sword held at shoulder height ready to move into a variety of other forms. Looks kinda like Crono's basic battle stance - see a Chrono Trigger page for more info
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Post by Mat Cauthon on Aug 29, 2008 11:37:00 GMT -6
Lizard in the Thornbush Used expressly against two opponents. One thrust to the chest, then pivot and kneel with either a thrust or a slash, usually a thrust. Good mid-level technique; most veteran-level soldiers have mastered this form
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Post by Mat Cauthon on Aug 29, 2008 11:37:14 GMT -6
Low Wind Rising Can be done from almost any stance - even sitting. A diagonal slash, beginning low and rising cleanly. May be used to return to a guard stance after a form such as The Grapevine Twines or Lightning of Three Prongs
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Post by Mat Cauthon on Aug 29, 2008 11:37:25 GMT -6
Moon Rises Over the Water A vertical arc after a horizontal, tentative slash. The blade should begin and end in the same position - near the waist
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Post by Mat Cauthon on Aug 29, 2008 11:37:41 GMT -6
Parting the Silk A more controlled slash, probably used as a precision block or strike. Directed at the abdomen, a good move to draw first blood or inflict nonlethal damage on an opponent
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Post by Mat Cauthon on Aug 29, 2008 11:37:54 GMT -6
Ribbon in the Air A horizontal slash that may change direction up or down at the tail end. Should be begun just below chest height. Both feet should be used in this form, unlike the Heron forms.
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Post by Mat Cauthon on Aug 29, 2008 11:38:06 GMT -6
The River Undercuts the Bank Can be done from a kneeling or standing position. A horizontal slash, used to disembowel or behead
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Post by Mat Cauthon on Aug 29, 2008 11:38:25 GMT -6
Sheathing the Sword More of a concept than a sword-form, this is used when what you can gain is greater than or equal to what you may lose in the process of gaining it. This might be using Heron Wading in the Rushes like Rand al'Thor, or it might be using Lizard in the Thornbush to take down two major opponents when you know a third, less important one is coming up behind you
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Post by Mat Cauthon on Aug 29, 2008 11:38:39 GMT -6
Stones Falling from the Cliff The medium difficulty version of Boar Rushes Down the Mountain. A good mainstay of a battle, this form is useful for both parrying and attacking. The sword should begin at least at shoulder height and come down
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Post by Mat Cauthon on Aug 29, 2008 11:38:51 GMT -6
Striking the Spark A rapid series of powerful overhand blows, best begun on the return swing of a slash like Low Wind Rising or The Heron Spreads Its Wings. If you've got stamina this can win a battle for you.
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Post by Mat Cauthon on Aug 29, 2008 11:39:01 GMT -6
The Swallow Rides the Air The guard stance assumed after performing The Swallow Takes Flight. More of an on-the-run stance, made for attacking or defending while mobile.
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