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Originally Posted by mwynn
You would think that each Jedi would have their own style. Some would be defense others would press the attack. Mace's fighting style would be different from Yoda, who would be different from Maul.
Yet at the end of the day it is more than likely a difference in eras of movies. The OT was more like Japanese Kenjutsu. While the PT was more influenced by Martial Arts or more free flow.
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Wow you would think that there are Seven different noted forms of Lightsaber combat for Jedi:
Form I: Shii-Cho was intended to cater to these new weapons (ligtsabers), establishing the basic motions and target zones utilized with a lightsaber.
Form II: Developed for the purpose of lightsaber-to-lightsaber combat, to address the failings of Form I, Makashi was the most dueling-centric of the seven classical forms.
Form III: Essentially a development on Form I blast-deflect training, Soresu relied on tight bladework and subtle dodges to provide maximum defensive coverage, minimizing exposure to ranged weaponry.
Form IV: Ataru was characterized by Force-assisted acrobatics, such as somersaults and leaping strikes, both for attack and defense. Another characteristic of the form was its fast, powerful strikes from multiple directions.
Form V: Shien, considered the classical Form V, was more adept at blocking blaster bolts, whereas Djem So was developed later and intended for lightsaber combat. Both Shien and Djem So were designed to use an opponent's attack against them, as evidenced by Shien's focus on returning blaster bolts to their origin and Djem So's emphasis on immediately striking back after a blow.
Form VI: Niman balanced out between the various specializations of the other forms, covering many of the basic moves, but focusing on overall moderation. This resulted in a fighting style that lacked a significant advantage, but also lacking any serious drawbacks, and thereby not leaving adherents as exposed as some of the more aggressive or specialized forms.
Form VII:The Juyo incarnation of Form VII was described as the most vicious form of lightsaber combat and was said to involve significant internal focus on the part of the user. A new variation of Form VII, dubbed Vaapad was created by Jedi Masters Mace Windu and Sora Bulq. Vaapad was explained as being a state of mind rather than just a fighting style, allowing the wielder to channel his own inner darkness into the duel, and accept the fury of the opponent.
Yoda primarily used Form IV Ataru, Mace Windu primarily used Form VII Vaapad and Maul primarily used Form VII Juyo.
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) Skill with a lightsaber and winning a fight would require training and improvisation, just like real world sword-fighting (I'm no authority.) The force would just provide enhanced reflexes and abilities. Of course there could be deception and anticipation in lightsaber swordplay.
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