Nungali Posted October 11, 2016 at 1.02 .... WOW ! What is it use, application, dynamics .... I'll hear anything . I can see some interesting stuff in there, just that one move ... but my perspective, is from an Okinawan from ( a combo Chinese Japanese, but usinf a Japanese style sword. What do you reckon folks ? @ 1.02 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marblehead Posted October 11, 2016 Unique indeed. The only thing I see is that it is a defensive move in preparation for the offensive move that follows. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nungali Posted October 11, 2016 (edited) Well, I see ; A rear attack comes in; he leads with a rear thrust that sort of skewers and twists as it extends, possibly defecting and spiraling through the attackers strike ( which was maybe a thrust ) entering and piercing. The body movement is him following the sword, turning and twisting the wrist to match the new arm movement, and turn ( like the sword has done the movement and is pulling him after it ), now he is in a good position to finish the thrust with his full moment stance and grip and see the opponent. This could then open him to a rear attack from the other side, so his thrust immediately flows to that direction with a defensive guard, and ready to chop down, then turns back and finishes the 'poked' guy with another thrust ( or another attacker ) . ?. I am imagining this form doesnt knock; block, and then chop back, it appears to deflect and parry AS an attack ( defend and attack in one movement ) .. which is sound practice for any type of fight or weapon . A stab with that broad point would be bad enough ... but while it is rotating in like that ...urk ! Edited October 11, 2016 by Nungali 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marblehead Posted October 11, 2016 Yes, that's pretty much what I saw. Many of his movements were defensive rather than all offensive. And yes indeed, the sword is simply an extension of his arm. I can imagine how long he has been practicing because he is so freakin' good. When I practice my two-sword Tai Chi I do include defensive as well as offensive movements. It makes your mind work more. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michael Sternbach Posted October 11, 2016 (edited) That backwards sword thrust which turns into a 'corkscrew' motion is one sassy technique! BTW, also unarmed Bagua has some really sneaky moves, such as strikes that, if blocked, immediately turn into other strikes; strikes from awkward angles; and getting behind the opponent and attacking from there is a standard maneuver especially in the dragon style. Edited October 11, 2016 by Michael Sternbach 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nungali Posted October 12, 2016 sounds like Shorin ryu sometimes with sword practice I will do one handed and some (sorta) moves like he does. Our 'teacher' doesnt do or teach that. When I try it on, they get totally efed up .... touche ! I am going to watch this vid about 100 times . When I get back to doing sword play with the guys ....... 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michael Sternbach Posted October 12, 2016 Yes, the Okinawan Karate styles with their emphasis on evasive maneuvres and pressure point strikes have much in common with the Chinese internal arts. Unlike Japanese Karate - but that's probably for another thread. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
