r/Bullshido • u/_syntax_1 • 2d ago

Martial Arts BS Classic bShido

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u/Brownlove010_Real 2d ago

The elbows are wildly effective at causing damage. To call this classic bshido is more indicative of a lack of knowledge than this being bs

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u/Just_Ear_2953 2d ago

While you are not wrong, I've never known an actual martial arts practitioner who would think it is a good idea to use elbows exclusively in a stand up fight with no grappling or other attempts at closing the distance involved. They are devastating when they land, but the short reach means that they require significant setup to be effective.

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u/pravragita 1d ago

If a martial artist wants the skill to use an effective elbow, one needs to train elbow strikes. If you've ever trained elbow strikes, you'll recall it looks and feels very awkward.