Dun Möch
The
Sith aimed to completely dominate an opponent's spirit through whatever means possible by employing their own
lightsaber combat doctrine. Dun Möch commonly involved spoken taunts, jeers, and jests that exposed the opponent's hidden, inner weaknesses or doubts, which had the end result of eroding the opponent's will. Mental attacks would also be utilized during combat in order to strip one's concentration with the Force, making an opponent less precise and effective. Such a thing could be quite deadly, especially against
Jedi, since concentration was of vital importance when using
the Force. As such, Dun Möch embodied using the Force as a form of psychological warfare.
Ataru; Form IV
An aggressive style, Form IV was fast-paced and effective against single opponents, though weaker in prolonged combat and confined spaces. Also, it was not recommended for use against opponents wielding
blasters. Ataru was characterized by
Force-assisted acrobatics, such as somersaults and leaping strikes, both for attack and defense. Another characteristic of the form was the fast, powerful strikes from multiple directions. Notable users of this combat form during the Old Republic included
Yoda and
Qui-Gon Jinn. The
New Jedi Order preserved knowledge of Ataru, and
Jedi Masters such as
Luke Skywalker,
Mara Jade Skywalker, and
Kyle Katarn all employed it.
Niman; Form VI
This fighting style was a hybrid martial art created by effectively combining elements of the preceding
lightsaber forms into a single, generalized form. Niman balanced out between the various specializations of the other forms, covering many of the basic moves, but focusing on overall moderation. This resulted in a fighting style that lacked a significant advantage, but also lacking any serious drawbacks, and thereby not leaving adherents as exposed as some of the more aggressive or specialized forms. Overall, Niman had a fairly relaxed focus on bladework, designed as a simple, easily mastered fighting form for
Jedi who preferred to devote most of their time to study and diplomacy. Despite this, it could be absolutely deadly in the hands of a skilled practitioner, as demonstrated by such notables as
Exar Kun.
Joyu; Form VII
Form VII was more demanding in terms of energy used due to a broader focus and deeper utilization of emotion. A Form VII practitioner was said to maintain a calm exterior appearance, but they were also stated to experience significant internal pressure, while using the Ferocity Form.[13] In addition, it was described as sometimes paradoxical and unpredictable, as well as filled with concepts that made the form too difficult and unattractive to many students.
Soresu; Form III
Soresu was developed during the widespread emergence of blasters as an offensive weapon. Essentially a development on Form I blast-deflect training, Soresu relied on tight bladework and subtle dodges to provide maximum defensive coverage, minimizing exposure to ranged weaponry.
Tràkata
A form of lightsaber combat developed for taking advantage of a lightsabers ability to be turned on and off, a unique quality in a melee weapon. Quickly shutting off then re-igniting the blade could confuse one's opponent/s, allowing for diversionary feints in combat.
