Bite

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Bite


A distinct type of Vise-like maneuver which is physically distinguishable by seizing something with the teeth in order to create some form of control or injury.

 

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Biting is an unorthodox maneuver and contains certain social stigmas, but can be very useful in a life or death situation.

 

Depending upon the pressure and target chosen, injury caused to the opponent by biting can range from simple bruising, to crushing, to removal of flesh and/or bone.

 

People tend to forget the potentiality of the mouth as a weapon, leaving biting as an excellent surprise attack.

 

Most animals in the animal kingdom use their mouths as one of their primary forms of utility, defense, and offense.

 

Bite differs from Grab in that bite is a specific type of Grabbing enacted with the teeth.