[Kenjutsu] -Naruto-
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"Oi, welcome back to the old training grounds, this time I brought Scorps here with me:"
:scorps: :"................"
Without saying a word, the greats Scorps raises a single chakra infused wooden dummy for our session, and leaves just as silently as he had appeared.
"He's the silent type, so don't worry, it's not you. This time we'll be learning Kenjutsu, so begin by explaining to me everything you know about Kenjutsu, and what it is to you."
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Nice being back
Kenjutsu is the art of swordsmanship and wielding katanas in a fight. It is used not only for attacking but also for defending yourself. It is a very useful style since its much stronger than taijutsu and creates a perfect distance from the enemy as the swords are an extension of the arms. This style is also important because it shows respect to the swords which they deserve, instead of just being treated as a cause of blood.
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Well I liked your response but it isn't "all there" Although Kenjutsu is infact the art of the sword, one doesn't have to actually respect their sword in order to properly wield a blade. However to be a truly exceptional swordsman, you must first learn to either respect of fear the sword you wield. Swords should not just be thought of as an extension of the arms, but as an extension of the soul; a part of you.
And what do you mean, it's stronger than Taijutsu? (I'm curious and would like you to elaborate).
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By strong then Taijutsu I meant that it has many more advantages. First and foremost is the increased range due to your blade being longer then your arm and the power behind to sword would inflict more damage then the usual punch or kick would. While yes there are many Taijutsu combos that may cause extensive damage the Kenjutsu combos would cause that much more that their Counterpart Taijutsu combos.
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Alright, Good.
Now do you have any prior experience in Kenjutsu? It is fine if you don't.
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Well that's absolutely fine, that's what we're here for. Anyways, I suppose that means that you don't really have any weapon of preference such as a Katana, Longsword, Nodochi, etc.No
It doesn't really matter because this training is pretty universal so, yeh.
Anyways, moving on, could you tell me what the difference between a One-Handed Slash and a Two-handed Slash might be, besides the obvious?
I would assume that two handed slash would take more time yet cause more damage while the one handed slash would be vice versa. A two handed slash would also leave you without an extra hand in case anything were to happen while slicing.
I left the obvious out >_>
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Well you got the basic idea, but there's a lot you missed
One-Handed Slashes are weaker, as well as not being as fast as Two-Handed Slashes, however, they offer for more maneuverability and allow for you to follow up each slash with a combo strike easily. As for Two-Handed, they are stronger and faster, due to the extra force carried behind the blade through the use of two hands. However, it is harder to follow up and chain consecutive attacks. Any Questions on that?
I wanted to mention combos but I was not sure if you meant a single slash or multiple :T_T:Well you got the basic idea, but there's a lot you missed
Any Questions on that?
I have no questions on the matter as your explanation seems pretty clear
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Lol
Well, anyways, since now you know what the difference between a One-Handed and Two-Handed Slash is, I'd like you to perform for me a One handed Horizontal Slash (_____<----Horizontal being like this in case you didn't know, because some people don't).
Sorry bout not replying in a while
*I reach over towards the hilt of my sword with my right hand, grasping it and then unsheathing the sword. After that I pull my right arm behind my back while bringing it so that the sword is at the same height of my shoulder. Finally I then quickly pull my arm forwards and over towards the other side of my body while moving elegantly and slicing with the energy of the Katana..*
*I reach over towards the hilt of my sword with my right hand, grasping it and then unsheathing the sword. After that I pull my right arm behind my back while bringing it so that the sword is at the same height of my shoulder. Finally I then quickly pull my arm forwards and over towards the other side of my body while moving elegantly and slicing with the energy of the Katana..*
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Slicing from left to right? Right to left? Where are you striking the dummy?
Remember that in a fight, the more detail the better. You don't necessarily need to provide a huge block of un-wanted and unnecessary detail but give enough to paint a clear picture in the mind of others.
Now, a One-Handed Vertical Slash please, and I forgot..
*Takes your katana, and hands you a bokken*
Much better o-o
Now proceed