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This variation is generally considered destructive.

 

The final striking sequence of Thrusting Wedge is varied by not rotating the lower body alignments to compliment the upper body maneuvers. This variation is accomplished by not shifting the stances in conjunction with the strikes (#3 - #4), either by shifting to a neutral bow throughout the striking sequence or shifting to a side horse stance for the elbow and maintaining this stance to the self-defense technique's conclusion. This variation typically comes down to an argument of stylized motion vs correct physical alignments and category completion.

 

Rationale For

The rationale for this variation is that maintaining a single stance throughout the sequence gives a smoother appearance to the sequence from the observer's point of view. This is because the extra stance shifting adds an element of complexity that is not essential to the form's proper execution.

 

Rationale Against

The rationale against this variation is that the stance changes provide the appropriate alignments for proper execution of the maneuvers, and leaving out the stance shifting detracts from the proper execution of the technique. Maintaining a neutral bow throughout the sequence does not provide proper alignment (under rotation) for the upward elbow and maintaining the horse, after the upward elbow, does not provide proper alignment (over rotation) for the heel-palm claw. Also, the shifts are necessary because this sequence provides the opposite side for the foot maneuver (and striking) sequence to Conquering Shield as demonstrated in Short Form Three.