The Chance-Opening Blow (swordsmanship)

The Chance-Opening Blow (swordsmanship)

The Chance-Opening Blow a philosophical method employed by the legendary swordsman Miyamoto Musashi within his Gorin no sho's Water Scroll. When you first start off by striking, your opponent will try to parry by hitting or by blocking your sword. At this point in time, you need to completely equip yourself into the action of striking with your sword, and strike whenever you may see an opening, whether it may be the legs, arms, or head. Following the single way of the sword and performing a strike such as this is known as the Chance-Opening Blow. This technique will be useful within any moment within swordsmanship, so it should be trained on regularly.

References

"Miyamoto Musashi - Life and Writings"


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