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Strikes Other Than Punches or Kicks

FightWrite — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 21:15:23 +0000

In fighting, a strike is a direct, percussive blow delivered with any part of the body. Punches and kicks are both examples of strikes and what many people think of when strikes are mentioned in relation to fights. While both punches and kicks are incredibly productive in fights on and off the page, they are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to striking. In this post, we are going to look at some strikes, other than punches and kicks, that can pack a wallop in your fight scene. All these strikes will be looked at in the …

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Where to Punch a Character and Why

FightWrite — Thu, 16 Feb 2023 18:41:16 +0000

If you are blocking a fight scene ripe with punches, this post is for you. It’s important to know where to punch a character, because where you punch your character will create certain responses. If there is a specific response/result/injury that you are looking for, it’s good to know which punches will get you to that point. In this post we will look at where to punch a character to create a create a certain outcome. Guys, this is where having actual fight training/experience comes in super handy. Don’t worry if you don’t have it. That’s why I’m here! Does …

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Liver Punch

FightWrite — Tue, 01 Nov 2016 19:05:00 +0000

In my humble opinion, one most under-appreciated strikes is one to the liver aka the liver punch, liver shot. Liver punches will absolutely bring down an opponent and, if hard enough, can even cause them to lose consciousness. Granted, a hard blow to just about any organ can do that. The sudden trauma to the body causes a cascade of bad events effecting heart rate and blood vessel dilation. The liver, however, is especially vulnerable. It’s the largest internal organ, about 3 pounds, sits in the abdomen, facing an opponent, and is slightly exposed under the ribs. Strangely, it takes a …

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