Very good! However, we aren't done. I wouldn't be showing you a very good defense if I let that get through.

[Diarmuid quickly shifts his smaller sword again to block his brother's strike. As he blocks, he also pushes back to put some distance between himself and his 'opponent.']

Something you have to watch out for is allowing your weapons to become too entangled with those of your opponent. You won't be able to defend or attack if you can't move your weapons.