Chapter 182 - 181 Basic Sword Style
Unexpectedly, the Killing Sword of Nine Yin Mountain can actually be intercepted purely with swordsmanship and sword skills, which opened up Tie Dan’s mind, giving him many new insights.
The swordsmanship wielded by the opponent is indeed a world apart from the approach of Nine Yin Mountain.
It may sound strange, but the set used by this old farmer actually leans more towards Han-style Ancient Swordsmanship, while the swordsmanship passed down by Nine Yin Mountain is more akin to the modern thrusting sword of Chen Xuantian.
After all, what Sword Sect teaches ultimately boils down to killing skills; the sword is just a tool, not for sparring or competing. It emphasizes simplicity and directness in movement, launching like a storm, firing the sword at the most lethal moment, aiming for a sure kill and unavoidable death.
Therefore, there is no special emphasis on complex patterns and routines, nor much practical opportunity; just whatever hits the target best works. Moreover, it may be due to transmission through intermediary monkeys, some actions look very... practical.
For instance, Killing Sword specifically introduces those lowdown tricks of grabbing a person’s collar, dragging their pants, pulling their hair while hooking with a hand to gouge the heart or stab the eye...
In contrast, the old farmer’s Basic Sword Technique is much more pleasing to the eye, upright, the sword of a gentleman.
At first glance, it seems flashy, but each move hides a killing intent. Although it conceals its edge, it also leaves leeway in each strike.
As the saying goes, reality is illusion, illusion is reality; there is almost no move that is purely for show, without hidden wit. Also, there is no move of desperate combat, leaving no way out.
It’s clear that this is a highly skilled technique passed down through time, refined by countless people; it is truly exquisite!