[Ken] Kenjutsu Training
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The Uchiha Curse? Lol anyway lets start with part one of training which is theory. Id first like you to tell me what is Kenjutsu to and why your interested in the ways of the sword. Gimme some info on how it well it goes with your bios, some famous swordsmen in the manga/anime and something that made them unique
The Kenjutsu curse. Been literally one year without getting anyone to teach me it.
Anyways...
The way of the sword.
The kenjutsu, or as known alternatively "the way of the sword" (this sounds way cooler), is the art of using the deadly, yet fragile weapon which is the sword. This art's origin mainly lies in the early centuries of Japan, specifically the Edo Period, which was heavily samurai populated. The samurai, who is the first person to use the sword, invented this art for one purpose which is known worldwide: to kill. But is this the only use a sword consists? Obviously no.
Let's get back at it. By performing different body maneuvers, you can also give different shape attacks with the sword. In the Naruto Verse, Kenjutsu can be used in combination with chakra, which is raw chakra fueling, elemental chakra applying etc. One of the most distinct art that goes the most with Kenjutsu, is the body arts, which is known as Taijutsu. If one is skilled in Taijutsu, he may as well as excel in Kenjutsu, and vice versa I believe.
To be honest, Feitan sure fits with the sword as he is shown to use it in the series, but my other character, I don't think so. But imagination does every thing. I can picture him using a sword, perfectly.
Pff, all you need to know is Musashi Miyamoto and Sasaki Kojiro... But if you insist, mainly Kumogakure ninjas, Sasuke, Orochimaru, Madara, Hayate. That's all I know and if I may have forgotten anyone major, then let be it. I have weak Naruto memories either way.
Anyways...
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The way of the sword.
The kenjutsu, or as known alternatively "the way of the sword" (this sounds way cooler), is the art of using the deadly, yet fragile weapon which is the sword. This art's origin mainly lies in the early centuries of Japan, specifically the Edo Period, which was heavily samurai populated. The samurai, who is the first person to use the sword, invented this art for one purpose which is known worldwide: to kill. But is this the only use a sword consists? Obviously no.
Let's get back at it. By performing different body maneuvers, you can also give different shape attacks with the sword. In the Naruto Verse, Kenjutsu can be used in combination with chakra, which is raw chakra fueling, elemental chakra applying etc. One of the most distinct art that goes the most with Kenjutsu, is the body arts, which is known as Taijutsu. If one is skilled in Taijutsu, he may as well as excel in Kenjutsu, and vice versa I believe.
To be honest, Feitan sure fits with the sword as he is shown to use it in the series, but my other character, I don't think so. But imagination does every thing. I can picture him using a sword, perfectly.
Pff, all you need to know is Musashi Miyamoto and Sasaki Kojiro... But if you insist, mainly Kumogakure ninjas, Sasuke, Orochimaru, Madara, Hayate. That's all I know and if I may have forgotten anyone major, then let be it. I have weak Naruto memories either way.
Beautifuly said! Moving more into my own, I think Kenjutsu is not only for killing but its a lifestyle. To wield a sword, means to die by one, to protect with one and to honor those who uses it just beyond killing others. More or less the swordsman you mentioned though there are more like Killer B, who has the ability to use seven swords at once, you have Mifune the General aka Shogun of the Samurai, having that title auto makes him one of the strongest in the land.
Now then we will start with the first part of training, Offense. There are many style of swords play that exists in the world. Each having its own principals and structure to others but they all relate that they use swords. We will start with stances. In the roleplay, most people who dont really excel in kenjutsu doesnt use stances as they see it as an unfit habit but as sword user, I find it useful strictly in freeform that my stance is made known. Now pick a style of kenjutsu if you know any, and show me a stance you think would work in combat. If your stuck I recommend looking into Kendo.
Now then we will start with the first part of training, Offense. There are many style of swords play that exists in the world. Each having its own principals and structure to others but they all relate that they use swords. We will start with stances. In the roleplay, most people who dont really excel in kenjutsu doesnt use stances as they see it as an unfit habit but as sword user, I find it useful strictly in freeform that my stance is made known. Now pick a style of kenjutsu if you know any, and show me a stance you think would work in combat. If your stuck I recommend looking into Kendo.
I'm picking Niten Ichi Ryu. It is a kenjutsu style invented by Musashi Miyamoto. This style mainly involved two swords. Here are the basics.
My body was fresh and calm, as it is natural for people in the morning time. I had appointed a meeting with a quite well known Kenjutsu master, which is the one who will perfect my way of the sword. I pack my swords behind my back, and set off, on a long journey... to find my true self.
Few hours later.
(I'm skipping the formalities)
The time progressed very fast, as I reached into a conclusion that it would be best to show my master my favorite kenjutsu style. Although I had a vague idea, I could still remember the stances. It was the Niten Ichi Ryu. Said to have been invented by the most famous swordsman. After few moments, I enter a different state of mind. Closing my eyes and slowly grabbing two swords, I firstly shift my right leg forward, while the other one, few inches backwards. This leg stance would form a diagonal line. Now the hardest part, the sword stance. With my less dominant hand, which is the left, I raise it in the same level of my nose. The sword would be in a diagonal shape, letting me have a clear view of you, however still maintaining a tight defense in case of attack. While the other sword, I carefully angle it 360 degree around, which the tip of the sword would face way behind me, while the hilt would face you.
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My body was fresh and calm, as it is natural for people in the morning time. I had appointed a meeting with a quite well known Kenjutsu master, which is the one who will perfect my way of the sword. I pack my swords behind my back, and set off, on a long journey... to find my true self.
Few hours later.
(I'm skipping the formalities)
The time progressed very fast, as I reached into a conclusion that it would be best to show my master my favorite kenjutsu style. Although I had a vague idea, I could still remember the stances. It was the Niten Ichi Ryu. Said to have been invented by the most famous swordsman. After few moments, I enter a different state of mind. Closing my eyes and slowly grabbing two swords, I firstly shift my right leg forward, while the other one, few inches backwards. This leg stance would form a diagonal line. Now the hardest part, the sword stance. With my less dominant hand, which is the left, I raise it in the same level of my nose. The sword would be in a diagonal shape, letting me have a clear view of you, however still maintaining a tight defense in case of attack. While the other sword, I carefully angle it 360 degree around, which the tip of the sword would face way behind me, while the hilt would face you.
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I believe this stance has quite a few, but valuable advantages. First of them being the diagonally angled sword. It can serve mainly as defensive and/or distracting uses. As the picture suggests, the user is free to move the sword in any way and position he wants, in order to avoid or block frontal attacks. This way you can scare off an enemy who's doubtful of his success rate in an attack. As for the other sword, it can perform a 99% clean cut if swinged correctly, as the reversed angle can be quite deadly in combat.
As for disadvantages, hum, well. Well the fact we're ninjas in this RP, we need to make a good use of our abilities except Kenjutsu. The fact that this one requires two swords, it prevents you from any handseal performance, unless you toss them away or put them back again in an emergency state. I don't have a clear idea of the disadvantages though, I would appreciate a little help in this.
As for disadvantages, hum, well. Well the fact we're ninjas in this RP, we need to make a good use of our abilities except Kenjutsu. The fact that this one requires two swords, it prevents you from any handseal performance, unless you toss them away or put them back again in an emergency state. I don't have a clear idea of the disadvantages though, I would appreciate a little help in this.
Well while dual swords has its advantages, its one that it requires more energy and movement in order to use them more effectively. Another on is the timing of swings. To chain in a second attack you normally parry a blow first then counter strike with your second sword, which puts me to believe that the execution time of kenjutsu attacks with two swords at once is slower then a single sword user. However you have more defensive power and attack power, sacrificing your speed.
If you really wanna learn more about double sword fighting my best friend Anbu Junior can give more insight to you ^.^
If you really wanna learn more about double sword fighting my best friend Anbu Junior can give more insight to you ^.^
Alright, thanks for clearing up.
It's safe to say that sword swings are one of my favorite aspects in the way of the sword. If executed rightly, it can pierce through any shield, and cut any enemy to pieces. The user firstly requires to stretch his arm sideways, and skillfully swing it in order to attack or pierce anything. Whether you have a successful sword swing, depends on your timing. One needs to have a flexible arm which he can move it in a quick motion. If you go wrong with the timing, then the whole plan can be scratched down by the enemy.
As you mentioned above, the two sword style has a great disadvantage for normal swordmen. Swining two swords almost simultaneously is of course a hard task, which only experienced users can manage to pull it off. So all in all I'd say the timing is the most important factor when it comes to swings. Then the force put behind the sword follows behind it, and so on.
It's safe to say that sword swings are one of my favorite aspects in the way of the sword. If executed rightly, it can pierce through any shield, and cut any enemy to pieces. The user firstly requires to stretch his arm sideways, and skillfully swing it in order to attack or pierce anything. Whether you have a successful sword swing, depends on your timing. One needs to have a flexible arm which he can move it in a quick motion. If you go wrong with the timing, then the whole plan can be scratched down by the enemy.
As you mentioned above, the two sword style has a great disadvantage for normal swordmen. Swining two swords almost simultaneously is of course a hard task, which only experienced users can manage to pull it off. So all in all I'd say the timing is the most important factor when it comes to swings. Then the force put behind the sword follows behind it, and so on.
Ah lol, alright.
Vertical and horizontal swings.
So as the name suggests, one can perform a swing horizontally or vertically. I think both of them are equal in terms of timing and use. Usually vertical swings are performed to cut thrown solid objects apart. Whereas the horizontal swing is to cut the enemy in a half. Horizontal swings are more reliable in clean cutting too, I think. o_o In the end, both techniques are used to cut things.
Diagonal swings.
Diagonal swings are in the between of horizontal and vertical. So going by this logic, the user swings his sword in a diagonal motion. Well i think this kind of technique cuts the target cleanly, but not enough of a lethal technique which kills.
And thrusts, the user thrusts his sword forward or backward, depending on the circumstances. This is a guaranteed kill, as it pierces through target's vital organs, such as heart, chest, abdomen, or neck. Can be easily dodgeable though.
Now, I don't know how straight I got them, but thats it lol.
Vertical and horizontal swings.
So as the name suggests, one can perform a swing horizontally or vertically. I think both of them are equal in terms of timing and use. Usually vertical swings are performed to cut thrown solid objects apart. Whereas the horizontal swing is to cut the enemy in a half. Horizontal swings are more reliable in clean cutting too, I think. o_o In the end, both techniques are used to cut things.
Diagonal swings.
Diagonal swings are in the between of horizontal and vertical. So going by this logic, the user swings his sword in a diagonal motion. Well i think this kind of technique cuts the target cleanly, but not enough of a lethal technique which kills.
And thrusts, the user thrusts his sword forward or backward, depending on the circumstances. This is a guaranteed kill, as it pierces through target's vital organs, such as heart, chest, abdomen, or neck. Can be easily dodgeable though.
Now, I don't know how straight I got them, but thats it lol.