By now, you're probably thinking you're ready for the big time. You've learned the basics: how to swing, how to dodge, and how to trip over your own feet while trying to swing. But no, dear student, the art of sword fighting is more than just flailing at each other with a stick. It's an art. A delicate dance of movement and misdirection.
In this chapter, we'll cover the Flick: the foundation of all good sword fighting. The Flick is the subtle movement of the wrist, the subtle shift of the hips, and the precise placement of the blade. It's a movement so smooth, so silky, that your opponent won't even see it coming.
To master the Flick, you'll need to focus on your core, your center of gravity, and your ability to think on your feet. Or, rather, on your toes. For, as any good sword fighter knows, the key to a successful Flick is the ability to pivot, to shift, and to adapt in mid-air.