Atajo 3 is the same as Atajo 2 but made to the inside of the opponent's sword. In other words, we have formed a gain on the opponent's sword, from above, to their inside with a step to your right. Figure 1: Atajo 3 formed by orange fencer Figure 2: Atajo 3 Rada lists 7 first intention techniques from afar. 1 Narrowing From the Atajo, envelop the opponent's sword in a counter-clockwise motion so that their sword ends up on the outside of your sword, on top of your blade. Thr

The Atajo (shortcut, or bind/gain) is one of the core techniques of Destreza, similar to the gain/find/stringer in Italian rapier. At its most basic is a bind of the opponent's sword, but it could also be a potential bind (a virtual Atajos). It is also your parry against both cuts and thrusts. Defense Actually, let's briefly start with how to defend against the opponent's attacks (thrust or cuts). It is commonly said that there are three ways to defend: With the right angle