Novice/Neuling Longsword

Novice/Neuling Longsword

1. fundamental elements of the fight

   • Distance
     • measure
       • in measure
         • you can be struck
       • out of measure
         • cannot be struck without a step
       • close measure
         • wrestling or grappling range
       • danger zone: entering measure
     • How close?
       • close enough to exploit opponent's mistakes
       • Safe defensive distance
   • Time
     • vor
     • nach
   • Line
     • control the line as you enter measure
       • Your sword is your shield
         • support with stepping
         • striking directly; sword stays central
         • you move around it; pivoting
       • As the blades cross
         • poor structure
           • causes compensation
           • vulnerable
           • gives openings
         • good structure
           • maintains space
           • finds openings
           • creates threat
   • Initiative
     • indes
     • gleich

2. Atomic skills

   • Cuts
     • High
     • 4 Lines
   • Steps
   • Guards
   • Parries