There are three main types of fencing competitions: epee, foil, and sabre.
Epee is the earliest fencing sport and the oldest sword. It has a thicker blade and a larger weight, making it more powerful for attack, but also relatively bulky. The striking technique of epee requires the use of arm and upper body muscles, which requires high physical fitness. In competitions, epee is mainly used for stabbing and slashing, and the attack method is relatively simple, requiring athletes to have high accuracy and strength.
Foil is the lightest type of fencing in fencing, with a thinner body and less weight, resulting in greater flexibility. Foil's striking skills require the use of wrist and finger strength, as well as the use of body rotation and footwork movement to increase the angle and speed of the attack. In competitions, foil is mainly used for stabbing and picking, and the attack is relatively fast and flexible.
Sabre is a sword between epee and foil, its sword body length and weight are moderate, both have a certain attack power, but also have good flexibility. Sabre's striking skills require the use of both arm and wrist strength, as well as body rotation and footwork movement to increase the angle and speed of the attack. In the game, the saber can be used for both slashing and stabbing, as well as picking and backstabbing, and the attack methods are more diverse.
In addition to the above three types of swords, there are also some special types of swords, such as electric fencing, laser swords, etc. These special types of swords are not common in tournaments, but they are also used on some special occasions and events.