Today, I worked on stopping sword swings coming from above. Found a quiet spot, took a deep breath, and imagined someone swinging a sword down at me.

Blocking overhead strikes needs precision. Where do I put my sword? How quick should I move it? I thought about these things as I practiced.

The quiet around me became a practice field. Imaginary swings came at me, and I practiced moving my sword fast to stop them. It felt like making a shield to defend against hits from above.

At first, it was tough. Timing had to be just right. But with more tries, I got better. The sword moved with purpose, blocking each swing. It felt like building a strong defense.

In those moments, It was just me and the sword, this focused practice of defending against swings from above. It's not just about stopping the swing; it's about doing it right and creating a solid defense. In this quiet practice, the skill of blocking overhead strikes unfolded—a crucial move in the dance of swordplay.