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Shii-Cho, also known as Form I, the Way of the Sarlacc, or the Determination form, is one of the seven forms of lightsaber combat. It was mastered by swordmaster Cin Drallig. With dedication and practice, you can learn this form yourself. Read on to get started.

1

Learn the zones of attack.

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  1. These are:
    • Zone 1 - the head
    • Zones 2 and 3 - the right and left arms and sides, respectively. Also refers to the right and left sides of the front torso.
    • Zone 4 - the torso, specifically the back.
    • Zones 5 and 6 - the right and left legs, respectively.
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2

Learn the basic parry for each zone.

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    • Zones 2 and 3 - a vertical parry, with the lightsaber handle held near the chest or waist, and the blade pointing upwards. Less commonly, a drop parry (blade points downwards) with the handle held near the head.
    • Zone 4 - a drop parry with the handle held behind the head.
    • Zones 5 and 6 - a drop parry with the handle held near the waist.
3

Know that the basic attack for each zone is at right angles to the basic parry.

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  1. Other attacks are horizontal sweeps. Note that decapitation is classed as a zone 2/3 attack.
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4

Always move forwards.

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  1. Keep pressing forwards and cutting off your opponent.
5

Try to link your attacks together fluidly.

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  1. This makes it random and unpredictable, making it harder for your enemies to predict your actions. Mainly, though, it consists of broad sweeps linked together.
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6

Learn the disarming strike and the Sarlacc sweep.

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  1. It consists of a strong attack at your opponents weapon, in an attempt to rip it from their grasp - or chop it in half. The Sarlacc sweep is a rapid, sweeping movement designed to hit as many enemies as possible.
7

Use Shii-Cho against multiple enemies.

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  1. However, a single opponent can easily find and exploit flaws in your attacks. In addition, the second lightsaber form, Makashi, was specifically designed for lightsaber-to-lightsaber combat. Do not use Shii-Cho against a Makashi user.
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8

Practise.

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  1. Then practise some more. You can never practise too much.

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    It says, "Basic Parries." Are there more?
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    Yes. But, in most situations, such as a thrust or a swipe, a simple parry or dodge is sufficient.
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    How exactly do I perform the Sarlacc sweep?
    Community Answer
    The Sarlacc sweep is very similar to creating a figure 8 on either side of you with a jump rope. If you practice doing that, then performing the Sweep will seem easier. With a lightsaber, perform the same motion you would with a jump rope, except place one hand over the other as you "sweep" to the other side of your body.
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    Why does it spell the word practice "practise"?
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    In every form of English except American and perhaps Canadian English, "practise" is the verb and "practice" is a noun. A medical practioner owns a practice, but practises medicine.
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      Tips

      • Although Shii-Cho does include some blaster deflection training, try using Soresu, the third form, against blaster-wielding opponents.
      • Because Shii-Cho emphasises always pressing forwards, it is very useful as a tool for forcing your opponent backwards.
      • Shii-cho is the first of many lightsaber forms like Makashi And Niman.


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