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#1Kamae
Keys: kamae, stances, stance
Enabled · After character · Order 10 · 100%
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Kenjutsu (Japanese swordsmanship) is intrinsically linked to the country’s samurai heritage, where various stances, known as “Kamae,” played a vital role in warfare. Kamae is a Japanese term used in martial arts and traditional theater. It translates approximately to "posture". The Kanji of this word means "base". Each stance provides a unique combination of offense, defense, and strategic possibilities. From battles in armor to peaceful eras, the evolution of these stances encapsulates Japan’s historical shifts. These Kamae can be done with most of the samurai swords, whether it is a traditional one-handed Wakizashi or a two-handed Katana and Tachi.
#2Chūdan-no-kamae (中段の構え) - Middle Guard
Keys: basic stance, chudan, middle guard, seigan
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Chudan-no-Kamae is the most basic and versatile sword stance, providing a strong defense while allowing quick attacks. In this stance, the sword is held with both hands and threatens the opponent's throat with the tip of the blade pointing directly toward it. With the right foot forward and straight, the left foot is placed at a 45-degree angle. This middle-level posture requires the shoulders and hands to be relaxed as this stance is versatile and the user should be able to quickly switch into another stance if necessary. If the blade points at the enemy’s eyes, it is called a Seigan-no-Kamae.
#3Jōdan-no-kamae (上段の構え) - High Guard
Keys: jodan, high guard
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In the Jodan-no-Kamae stance, the sword is held above the head to allow more powerful slashes. The blade can be used to slash down directly or toward the sides thanks to the placement of the feet. This stance is highly offensive but leaves the lower body exposed.

There are two variations of Jodan-no-Kamae:

Migi Jōdan (Right High Stance): Left foot forward.

Hidari Jōdan (Left High Stance): Right foot forward (more aggressive).
#4Gedan-no-kamae (下段の構え) - Low Guard
Keys: gedan, fool's guard, low guard
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Also known as the Fool's Guard, the Gedan-no-kamae stance is where the user has their sword pointed downward below the opponents hand in a seemingly useless fashion, hence the name Fool's Guard. This is a less common guard meant to bait and surprise the opponent for a counterattack.
#5Hasso-no-kamae (八相の構え) - Side Guard
Keys: hasso, side guard
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The Hasso-no-kamae guard is where the user has their sword near their right shoulder, angled diagonally, with their right foot slightly forward. This guard allows for quick sideways attacks when evading.
#6Waki-gamae (脇構え) - Hidden Guard
Keys: hidden guard, waki-gamae
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In the Waki-Gamae stance, the left shoulder is left unprotected and revealed so that the enemy will be inclined to attack. The sword is held at a 45-degree angle facing the ground, below the waist with the blade’s edge turned toward the enemy. With both legs slightly bent, the left foot faces forward while the right foot is at a 45-degree angle. This is a rare stance used for deception and counterattacks. While the waki-gamae stance might be seen as a weakness, it is an excellent defensive position and allows for a speedy counterattack that must be supported with fast footwork.
#7Kaeshi-Waza (かえしー技) - Counter Technique
Keys: riposte, kaeshi-waza, riposted, ripostes
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A Kaeshi-Waza, or "riposte" in English terms, is essentially a defensive action that immediately follows after blocking or parrying an opponent's attack with a counter-strike of one's own.
#8Jōdan Uke (上段受け) - High Block
Keys: jodan-uke, high block
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The Jodan-Uke is a block used to defend slashes above the head. The sword of the user is raised above their head, angled slightly forward to absorb the impact, often being able to riposte with a diagonal slash afterward.
#9Gedan Uke (下段受け) - Low Block
Keys: gedan-uke, low block
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The Gedan-Uke is a block used to deflect slashes aimed at the legs or lower body (though slashes aimed at the legs are not common in sword fighting scenarios). The user lowers their sword diagonally to absorb the impact.
#10Harai Uke (払い受け) - Sweeping Block
Keys: harai-uke, sweeping block
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The Harai-Uke is a redirection maneuver where the user does a quick sideways sweep of their sword toward the opponent's own sword, often used as a setup for counterattacks.
#11Nuki Uke (抜き受け) - Evading Block
Keys: evading block, nuki-uke
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Nuki-Uke is a block where, instead of a direct block, the user slightly moves their sword out of the attack’s path, letting the opponent’s strike miss while preparing a counterattack. This block is common for attempted downward slashes to the head.
#12Uchiotoshi Uke (打ち落とし受け) - Downward Parry
Keys: uchiotoshi-uke, downward parry
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The Uchiotoshi-Uke is a powerful downward parry meant to knock away the opponent’s sword for a follow-up attack. Uchiotoshi-Uke is rarely used, but effective against aggressive strikes.

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