Riposte (fencing) - I

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In Quartata

An evasive action that is recognized under category of the defensive actions ( see also #Passata-sotto), and made with a quarter turn to the inside, concealing the front but exposing the back. This attempts to move some of the target out of harm’s way during an attack or a counter-attack. This evasive action is often executed and used in conjunction with opposition parry.

In-fighting

Fencing at closed distance, where the distance between the two fencers is such that the weapon must be withdrawn before the point can threaten or hit the target.

Indirect

An attack or riposte that finishes in a line different from that in which it was formed.

Inside

The direction to the front of the body. (The left for a right-hander.)

Insistence

Forcing an attack through the parry, using strength.

Invitation

A line that is intentionally left open to encourage the opponent to attack.

Italian Grip

A traditional hilt with finger rings and crossbar. Used only in foil and épée. The Italian grip provides more ‘grip’ than the French grip, but less than a ‘pistol-grip’. The finger rings and crossbar are descendants of the swords that used quillions.