Across
- 3. /The proper measure between two or more combatants to safely execute any particular technique in stage combat.
- 5. /A defensive action (made by a sword, dagger, shield, hand, etc.) which blocks or deflects an attack. When executed with a blade, the parry is generally made edge to edge, its forte against the opposing blade's foible.
- 8. /a.) noun. The act of removing the blade from contact with the partner's blade. b.) verb.
- 11. Hand /The non-weapon bearing hand used to block, check, lock, parry, strike or trap the opposing weapon or parts of a partner's body.
- 12. /An attack made with the point of the weapon.
- 13. /An action in the footwork that carries the body backward by moving the rear foot first and then the lead foot (without crossing them). Opposite of Advance.
- 15. /(also Cue-Reaction-Action, and Preparation-Reaction-Action) The process of giving and taking focus during a physical argument.
- 16. /Any foot movement that takes the combatant off line.
- 17. /A return attack made by a defender immediately following a successful parry.
- 19. Attack /An attack made into an attack, either cut or thrust, which is intended to hit the opponent before the final movement of the opponent's attack is executed.
- 20. /(also Recipient) The actor/combatant on the receiving end of any given attack.
- 22. /The "extended" leg position used as a method of reaching the other combatant on an attack. To lunge, the leading leg extends forward in a long step, while the trailing leg is flat on ground for balance.
- 24. /A technique for creating the sound of impact of a non-contact blow to help heighten the illusion that contact has been made.
Down
- 1. Attack /Any aggressive or offensive action, usually in close distance, delivered with the pommel of a weapon.
- 2. /The process in which two or more combatants actively work together to safely and effectively make nonviolent actions appear dangerous and real.
- 4. /An action of the blade or body that appears to force the weapon from the hand of one's partner.
- 6. /(also Fencing Step) Footwork carrying the body forward by moving the lead foot first, followed with the lag foot (without crossing them). The opposite of Retreat.
- 7. /(also Aggressor) The actor/ combatant who sets upon, attacks, or assails another; the one executing the violent action.
- 9. Contact /A "cue" or "check point" in a fight that has the combatants frequently look in their partner's eyes to assure mutual awareness and readiness to perform the techniques.
- 10. /A stroke, blow or attack made with the edge of a blade.
- 14. /The crossing, joining or touching of blades.
- 18. Measure /Correct distance between combatants when performing stage swordplay. A distance of six to ten inches from one's opponent at full extension after executing any offensive footwork.
- 21. /(also Parry) A defensive action made with the hand or arm intended to stop a punch or similar attack. A block can be made on either side of the body and in all lines.
- 23. Guarde /(also On Guard) The basic physical "ready" position of a combatant.