Hanging point In the onset, make three upward strikes with the short edge from the left, and on the third, from longpoint turn into a...

Ochs From the previous taught sequences, you should now understand how to build your attacks and sequences against the opponent’s four openings, using techniques like winding, slicing, dropping, circling, or disengaging. These moves aren’t limited to specific guards—they apply to most stances. Since the Ox guard is especially strong for attacking, here’s a short guide on how to strike first (the Before ) and pressure your opponent into reacting. You have four main attack line

Play 1: You take the vor # You Opponent 1 Move into right wrath guard 2 Do nothing 3 Step and cut Zorn from right to left ear 4 Parry left 5 Cut unterhau from left 6 Parry right, not lift arms to strike 7 Slice their arms, then give them a good shove backwards, then cut at the closest opening 8 Parry and recover, attempt to cut back at opponent 9 Set aside, slice off, or slice their arms. Shove them off and cut at their body again... 10 Etc.* *Basically, alternate between sli

The stances (or guards) in fencing aren’t meant to be held for long. They exist mainly to help you understand how to respond when you're preparing to strike. When you lift your sword for a High Cut, you reach a position called the Day—the highest point in your sword’s path. If your opponent attacks you while you're lifting your sword, you should immediately redirect your sword from that high point to counter them. If they don’t attack, you can go ahead and finish your High Cu