Advanced Kalaripayattu Combat Applications
Now that you've mastered the foundational Varaha Vadivu (wild boar stance), it's time to unleash the full tactical arsenal of this formidable animal. The wild boar represents one of nature's most fearless and explosive fighters – and in Kalaripayattu, we embody these same qualities to become unstoppable forces in combat.
The Kalari Wild Boar Posture
The eight animal postures in Kalaripayattu are designed to mimic various animals’ unique strengths and behaviours, they open up our marma points, enhancing our versatility, strength, and agility. This lecture covers the wild boar posture - varaha vadivu - വർഹാ വടിവ്.
Understanding the Wild Boar's Combat Nature
The wild boar is a creature that never backs down. In the wild, these powerful animals face threats head-on with devastating effectiveness. They possess several key characteristics that make them legendary fighters:
- Explosive Power
Wild boars can accelerate from stillness to full charge in an instant, using their massive shoulder muscles to generate tremendous force. Their attacks are sudden, decisive, and often end confrontations before opponents can react. - Tusk Warfare
The boar's curved tusks are precision weapons, designed for upward-driving strikes that target the soft underbelly of predators. These aren't random slashes – they're calculated, devastating blows aimed at vital points. - Unshakeable Foundation
With their low center of gravity and four powerful legs, wild boars are nearly impossible to topple. They maintain perfect balance even while executing violent attacks.
