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Inward first, because inward is the most commonly used defensive maneuver. Next outward, because outward is the opposite of inward. Next upward, because the first Upward Block is done with a 180 degree cover; demonstrating, how to step off the line of attack and gain distance from the unknown – aka your Obscure Zone (behind you). Finally downward, because downward is the opposite of upward.