Sword Fight

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Across
  1. 2. To pierce or wound with or as if with a pointed weapon
  2. 4. A basic step forward toward your opponent
  3. 6. A quick counter-attack delivered immediately after a successful parry
  4. 7. A sudden forward move by extending the front leg while keeping the back foot planted
  5. 8. A defensive block that deflects an opponent's incoming strike
Down
  1. 1. A ready defensive or offensive posture taken before an attack
  2. 2. To cut through or cleave with or as if with a knife
  3. 3. A quick step to the left or right
  4. 5. A fake attack meant to trick your opponent into dropping their defense