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Épée

Epee target areaDiscover the épée, the descendant of the dueling sword. Sword techniques imitate actual combat, with all the safety equipment and rules of a modern sport.

Épée is derived from the sword that was used in dueling - the Rapier. It is the least aggressive of the sport weapons. In épée fencing, any part of the body is a legitimate target.

Points are scored with a thrusting action. To score a point you must hit your opponent with the tip of your épée. Épée is the one sport weapon that does not have Right of Way.

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