Play #134
Created: 1/24/2026
(p.92#2) (Guardia Lioncorno vs. Coda Lunga Larga or Coda Lunga Lunga) If your enemy is set in coda lunga lunga or coda lunga larga with his left foot forward, you will be set with your right foot forward, in a manner similar to guardia di lioncorno, except that the point of your sword will be directed at his sword hand; in this setup you will step somewhat forward with your right foot towards his left side feinting an imbrocatta to the sword hand and the left leg needs to faithfully follow behind the right; and you will nevertheless quickly wound the front leg with a mezzo roverso, or you may push a thrust to his flank, making a half turn of the hand; and note that this particular placement can skillfully defend against many similar guards.