Chapter 10, Instruction

Displayed below Basic Swordsmanship LV1 is Silver Cross Swordsmanship LV1, which is an active skill. The damage is determined based on the strength and agility within the basic attributes, and the damage added by the sword techniques is all above 30%

Just after Zhao Futu accepted this gift, Kane suddenly drew a long sword and threw it to him, shouting: "Next!"

Kane furrowed his brow as he gazed at Zhao Futu. He could tell that the man before him had undergone some training, yet he surprisingly possessed no knowledge of swordsmanship at all, which was quite unexpected.

Basic Close Combat - Basic Swordsmanship - Silver Cross Swordsmanship Zhao Futu looked at the text on the data attribute page and pondered: This data display seems to be gradually subdividing in detail, as if selecting a specialization within a broad range.

The following is Basic Swordsmanship LV1: Passive increase of 10% in damage effects for sword-type weapons, enhancing proficiency in any sword technique.

On the battlefield, the most powerful tactic is assassination; however, while assassination can severely injure the enemy, it is often difficult to deliver a fatal blow directly. At such moments, you must be prepared to face the enemy's desperate counterattack. Kane's expression was serious as he broke down the subsequent moves of the "Silver Cross Sword Technique" into individual techniques to teach Zhao Futu, while earnestly explaining: "Assassination targets a point, whereas slashing attacks a surface"

The group of Zhao Futu may be able to fight with swords, but swordsmanship is quite a foreign concept to them. He holds the sword with one hand, much like the martial arts masters depicted on television, yet he forgets that the sword in his hand is a Western longsword. The Western longsword is longer and heavier in design, and when used, it actually requires alternating between one-handed and two-handed techniques.

"Hmm? Your sword-holding posture is quite strange." Kane drew another longsword from his waist. This longsword had a unique design, with a two-segmented narrow hilt that resembled an asymmetrical cross. He observed Zhao Futu's grip on the sword and inquired, "Have you never learned swordsmanship before?"

Eastern swordsmanship is coordinated with footwork, representing a martial art. In ancient times, wandering knights were all masters of swordsmanship

On the battlefield, it is impossible to face only one enemy, which is why the techniques of the Silver Cross Swordsmanship primarily focus on powerful slashing strikes. The military equipment provides strong protection for vital areas, and the enemy will not easily allow you to stab them in a fatal spot. Compared to assassination, slashing is more effective in eliminating the enemy in front of you while simultaneously ensuring your own safety

Practicing such swordsmanship is often accessible to anyone; however, the final outcomes are severely polarized. Those lacking great willpower and wisdom may at most reach the level of an ordinary warrior, yet in the hands of some prodigies, it transforms into an exceedingly terrifying killing sword technique. This is a form of swordsmanship that does not require much comprehension; as long as one possesses sufficient willpower, even a foolish person can cultivate themselves into a master of swordsmanship through it

Task

However, Western swordsmanship is suited for the battlefield; it is a true combat style of sword fighting. The footwork often consists only of the simplest movements of advancing and retreating, yet the bloody momentum between slashing and striking is extremely intense

In fact, the initial guide had one more statement to make, which is that although the trial task is the simplest, it is also the task with the highest mortality rate! Those who cannot change their mindset, who fail to recognize their own abilities and adapt to this space, often perish at the very beginning. This trial is a transformation, a process of evolving from an ordinary person into a reincarnator

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These should be the simplest, right

The ability to wield a sword is something that can be discerned at a glance. As a modern individual, even if one tries to put on a brave front, it is not feasible. Generally, modern people's combat capabilities are relatively low; even someone with a basic foundation in martial arts can easily handle one or two ordinary individuals with minimal effort. Zhao Futu's combat strength cannot be considered very strong, as he has only practiced free fighting a little. However, if he were to go all out, he genuinely would not regard ten or so ordinary adult males as a threat.

In games, with all the fighting and killing, there are times when one cannot even distinguish oneself. Modern individuals have not only diminished in endurance but have also weakened in willpower. How many people can unhesitatingly kick a dog that is barking furiously at them?

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The secondary attribute check has passed! Contractor No. 1013 has successfully passed the exemption check for spirit and will, automatically mastering the basic melee Level 1 ability, and activating the extended branch ability of basic swordsmanship Level 1

It is a type of sword that lies between a two-handed sword and a one-handed sword, and the grip used in combat is generally based on a two-handed hold

Western races possess certain advantages in physique and strength, and the swordsmanship they have developed naturally serves to enhance these advantages. It is akin to a strongman delivering a fierce slash; if the opponent merely attempts to block with their sword, they may begin to feel numbness in their palm or even suffer a rupture at the base of their thumb, thereby limiting the effectiveness of any remaining techniques.

When Zhao Futu clearly understood the function of the 'Power of the Alpha Wolf' in his hand, this thought suddenly sprang to mind.

With the mysterious spatial prompt, Zhao Futu discovered that three special abilities had appeared on his data attribute page.

The saying goes, "No merit, no reward." Just recently, he had traded with the leader of these individuals, Kane, and had already sold the corpse of the alpha wolf to him. The reward Zhao Futu received was merely a small pouch of silver coins. Now, this bearded warrior was handing him another potion, which was certainly not solely due to Zhao's hunting of the alpha wolf; a more likely reason was that they might have a need for him.

Those prodigies shout and boast online, claiming to be invincible, and when playing games, they fear the bloodshed is insufficient. Yet, how many of them become timid when encountering a few small thugs on the street? When it comes to actually fighting, they feel apprehensive, and even the sight of a barking dog makes them restless

No," Zhao Futu shook his head and candidly confessed

However, he did not continue to inquire further. Everyone has their own secrets, and sometimes asking too many questions can turn a friend, who is originally beneficial to oneself, into an opposing enemy. He now needs some assistance, for ever since accepting the task of exterminating the werewolves, Kane has felt a lingering unease. A person capable of killing the alpha wolf can naturally also eliminate the werewolves, and the individual before him is precisely the helper he requires. He now needs some assistance, for ever since accepting the task of exterminating the werewolves, Kane has felt a lingering unease. A person capable of killing the alpha wolf can naturally also eliminate the werewolves, and the individual before him is precisely the helper he requires

Modern individuals, due to their broad perspectives and extensive knowledge, often tend to exhibit a degree of arrogance

He held the sword with both hands, positioning the hilt in front of his chest, the blade raised high, displaying a formidable stance for a downward strike

The long-standing privileged lifestyle and pampering have reduced their resilience to an unprecedented low in human history. Let us not even mention martial arts experts; even someone who has merely stood in a horse stance for three years without much training would easily handle an ordinary person, incapacitating them with just a single kick.

Although it cannot be described as exquisite, it certainly embodies a sense of "overcoming skill with strength"

It seems that the methods of combat will become more diversified in the future

swordsmanship

The top ability is the foundation for broad summarization in close combat LV1: it passively increases the damage effect of close combat attacks by 5%, enhancing the mastery of any close combat skills.

Ding! The character Kane imparts to you the Silver-level Swordsmanship—[Silver Cross Swordsmanship]. Automatically extracting the basic attributes of Contract Holder No. 1013, skill learning exemption check in progress...

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The Silver Cross Swordsmanship consists of a total of twelve moves, divided into thirty-six sword stances. The variations are not particularly numerous, and are primarily composed of some very practical fundamental sword techniques

Therefore, he has died

The swordsmanship known as the "Silver Cross Sword Technique" employed by Kane is not particularly complex, yet it is a style that heavily emphasizes momentum. It is focused on the ferocity of combat on the battlefield with cold weapons, embodying an indomitable spirit that charges forward without hesitation. The technique primarily features fierce slashing attacks, utilizing waist strength and inertia during sweeping horizontal cuts. Such a lethal move, if it connects, can essentially cleave a person in half.

What a domineering sword technique! Zhao Futu took a deep breath and began to recall Kane's movements

The main attribute check has passed! Contractor No. 1013's basic attributes meet the requirements for skill transfer, and has acquired Silver Cross Swordsmanship LV1 ability

After the Pre-Qin period, the fundamental starting points and adaptability of swordsmanship in the East and West began to differ

It can meet this standard, and with some effort, it will be able to fight.

Indeed

However, his combat ability is comparable to that of an ordinary rural practitioner who has trained for a few years, much like the illustrations in books from the past

These newcomers are akin to a group of recruits thrust directly onto the battlefield without any military training. The vast majority are destined to perish in combat, yet those who survive can grow into elite forces.

How could someone who even holds a sword incorrectly manage to kill a wolf leader?

This is truly not a joke

The circumstances of life led to the death of that high school student, which was also influenced by these factors. He was under the impression that he could easily deal with those giant wolves, just like in the games where he fought monsters.

Of course, if we follow the notion of this mysterious space, then it is a task

However, when faced with the reality, he became timid

"Look closely!" Kane said solemnly to Zhao Futu.

Because the capacity of modern individuals to endure suffering is indeed too weak

What I practice is the 【Silver Cross Swordsmanship】, which originated from the First Crusade and was refined and improved by some highly skilled hospital knights. Kane took a deep breath and suddenly shouted as he struck forward with a slash, followed by a spin, a swing, and a downward cut. The entire movement flowed like water, yet compared to Eastern swordsmanship, it was much simpler, lacking many unnecessary flourishes, and imbued with a heavy sense of battlefield slaughter.

For a modern person, swordsmanship is something very distant

Zhao Futu reached out to grasp the hilt of the sword. This is a standard Western longsword, significantly heavier than Eastern swords, and it is even beginning to trend towards the development of the half-sword, also known as the hybrid sword. In contrast to the decorative and symbolic nature of Eastern swords, Western swords primarily focus on practical combat. The swords they use are equipped with weighted pommels, which facilitate slashing and cutting, a benefit derived from the physical advantages of the Western physique