Water Element Swordsman

Chapter 8 [Examination]

Start the fight carefully. If Hito is too rash when attacking, especially against trained fighters, maybe the enemy will just wait for Hito to swing his sword. By fighting carefully, Hito can maintain control and focus at all times. This also allows Hito to form the best defense that can be done by simply avoiding the opponent's attack to the side (or shifting the legs to the side).

This could save lives and allow Hito to win the fight. shanbi (either by moving the body back) is suitable to be applied in the open or indoors (if Hito can do it quickly).

Have a strong defense. If Hito could not fend off or dodge just once, this could be fatal. So, Hito had to protect himself well. Keep the position of the sword allows Hito to swing it from the bottom of the body towards the top of the head. It is a middle position, which is suitable for any skill level. This allowed Hito to respond to the opponent's attack at a reasonable pace, as well as giving plenty of opportunities to launch Hito's own attacks.

Keep Hito's weapons ready. In general, the sword must be stretched away from Hito's body in a comfortable distance by being directed into the throat or perhaps the opponent's eye. This is a movement to aim at the target, it serves as a stalk against the opponent's attack (which must pass through the Hito sword first). This position can be very intimidating, especially for inexperienced opponents.

Bend Hito's elbow and position it near the body. Inexperienced fighters tend to stretch their arms so that opponents can't get close, but this action can reduce the ability to stab and fend off attacks quickly. Stretch the sword toward the opponent, but not by stretching the arm.

Make the first attack. Although skilled fighters can fight continuously for long periods of time, actual sword fighting is often determined by the first strike (usually completed in less than 30 seconds). Be assured of Hito's attack. If Hito's first attack misses, the opponent will take advantage and end the fight with a deadly attack.

"Ohuk .. uhukk. Sorry Hito. So it stopped for a while, because Uncle was carried away by an explanation. So forget that Uncle's throat is dry." said Uncle Erio went to look for water on the table, but Hito had prepared the water on his desk, "This is Uncle. Drinking water," point Hito at his drinking water, as well as thrusting. Uncle erio felt helped by the sensitive Hito, then Uncle Erio sipped the water slowly.

After drinking, Uncle Erio asked Hito where Uncle Erio explained his sword move, "Hito. Where was Uncle's explanation?" Hito did not turn to Uncle Erio, but went straight to his explanation, "Until. Make the first attack" replied Hito then he fell silent again.

Uncle Erio immediately continued the explanation, because he already knew it was nightfall, "Alright. Uncle will continue this until it is finished and tomorrow, we can immediately start training," said Uncle Erio.

Find and maintain the ideal distance based on the balance between Hito's range and the opponent's. "Reach" is the weapon itself plus the length of the sword swing. Long arms that use short swords have the same range as short arms that use long swords. The perceived comfort can depend on several factors such as height, sword length, sword style, and fighting style.

All of these things affect the right distance for Hito. If Hito's "reach" is shorter, move closer and keep Hito's position within range of the opponent's defense. Don't let the enemy keep Hito away. If Hito continued to approach, an opponent with a longer range would not be easy to swing the sword well, and normally Hito could swing the sword faster than a person with a longer range.

Keep your distance with your opponent if Hito uses a longer sword. Longer swords can keep opponents away, reducing the chances of contact.

If Hito has almost the same range, put Hito in a position that can attack forward with just one step.

A good fighter tends to make his opponent alert, unsettled, and frightened.

Hito should stay calm, but try to show aggressiveness that will intimidate your opponent. In fact, Hito can also pretend to feel fear, making opponents laugh at Hito so that he becomes complacent and makes a fatal mistake.

Every strength has a weakness. For example, a high-bodied fighter may have a longer range, but he may take a long time to swing a sword. A tall body is also not beneficial in areas that have low ceilings.

Every weakness has a strength. An inexperienced fighter is a difficult opponent to predict.

Find the plot of the battle and try to control it when the fight begins. This is the conclusion of this explanation, which is summarized in one sentence, which is very important. If he manages to find the plot and control it, Hito has a great chance to immediately end the fight with a deadly move. This concept is difficult to understand, but Hito can try it next time when practicing a match with Uncle.

Find the pattern and flow of the fight from one move to the next, and try to control the opponent. A fighter usually attacks, defends, and applies tactics that are most mastered and comfortable for him. It takes years and a lot of practice to gain this kind of ability. If Hito had mastered it, half the fight would have belonged to Hito.

Don't expect the fight to go on dramatically. Most sword fights are completed with simple, timely, and on-target attacks and strokes. The complicated and dazzling sword moves usually only occurred in ordinary battles. There are certain goals that make a person need to show off maneuvering in the right situations and occasions. However, this action can make Hito suffered a humiliating defeat, unless Hito is an expert. For example, do not rotate the body in a circle. It may look beautiful in combat, but it leaves Hito's defense open to attack.

One goal that may be beneficial is intimidation. Showing off sword playing skills to an inexperienced opponent can ruin the confidence of the person. Making the opponent doubt his own ability to fight was a great psychological victory.

Another good goal is to distract your opponent. When the opponent was amazed by Hito's sword-dancing skills, Hito could prepare to launch an attack on his defensive area.

"So that's, Uncle's explanation of the steps of the sword theory. Sounds simple to hear, but difficult to practice directly. Therefore it takes further learning and understanding, Hito," Uncle Erio explained to Hito at his desk, looking serious Hito recorded all what Uncle Erio said.

Uncle Erio was surprised, apparently Hito secretly recorded all the explanations, without noticing any of him, "Hito. You recorded everything in full?" asked Uncle Erio who was surprised to see Hito's persistence, "Yes. Why is it Uncle? Because of this, Hito wanted to reread this sentence all in the Palace. It is impossible for Hito to ask Uncle to repeat this sentence again," replied Hito who focused on his note with ink.

Uncle Erio who listened to the answer from Hito, immediately shook his head feeling unsure that Hito's ability could get to him.