JCFarnham
Auror
I have a character who needs to be trained in something with decent self-defense application that isn't just a plain old self-defense class. She isn't particularly the offensive type.
So, really, here's what I'm looking for:
A martial art whose key practices are the redirection of strikes and, if necessary, disarmament.
All ideas, no matter how whacky are welcome. The chosen art could indeed have a decent offensive backing too, but the character would focus on defense over anything else. She will have plenty of chance to use these skills in-story if that helps.
I'd like to build up a good list of things I can research. Alternatively if you have personal experience in something like the above I'd like to hear it.
Thanks!
So, really, here's what I'm looking for:
A martial art whose key practices are the redirection of strikes and, if necessary, disarmament.
All ideas, no matter how whacky are welcome. The chosen art could indeed have a decent offensive backing too, but the character would focus on defense over anything else. She will have plenty of chance to use these skills in-story if that helps.
I'd like to build up a good list of things I can research. Alternatively if you have personal experience in something like the above I'd like to hear it.
Thanks!