Re: Any english term for this?
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Originally Posted by Thoran
Fencing has become sport, just like the Japanese forms have... but originally fencing was a very deadly pastime, an unblunted foil is likely the most dangerous 'sword' type weapon ever created for one on one combat (it's a bit different from a sword because it's got no edge... just a point). The term fencing also includes other lightweight blades... some edged and some not (Rapier is another one most have heard of), but the foil is probably the most dangerous of the lot.
'Duel' is a broader term that could be any sort of one on one confrontation.
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Yep - just like I said, I know it refers to the combat, but it's a bit too heavily connotated with the sport, so I'm not sure how well it would work. I feel like I'm repeating myself here.
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