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This variation is considered destructive.

 

The initial block orientation of the technique Flashing Wings is changed. This variation is accomplished by executing the initial block of the technique as a standard extended outward block. This variation basically comes down to an argument of an emphasis on realism (stylized) over theme (idealized).

 

Rationale For

The rationale for this variation is to be slightly more realistic in execution. Execution with a standard extended outward block provides slightly more Margin for Error than the modified version, which also adds to the general appearance of being more realistic and practical from the observer's perspective.

 

Rationale Against

The rationale against this variation is that it eliminates both inter-form and intra-form relationships. In this specific case, the modified execution provides not only relationships within this form, but also between previous and future forms. Using the slightly less realistic orientation allows for better visualization of this relationship (from both an observer's and the practitioner's perspective), and for the practitioner to more easily understand / be constantly reminded of this relationship between forms.