Minecraft's recent, highly anticipated Combat Update has completely overhauled the combat system and the end of game experience, adding tons of new strategy and special attacks. And Minecraft's new multiplayer competitive mode, Battle, brings combat to the forefront. With The Ultimate Guide to Advanced Combat, explore the new End City, End Gateway, and End Island, in addition to planning the perfect way to overcome the Ender Dragon and Wither. Learn how to effectively dual wield weapons and tools in various combat scenarios. And master the latest combat techniques and strategies for out-witting your Battle opponents. Perfect for long-time Minecrafters ready to put their skills to the ultimate test in the new Battle mode, or new players looking to catch up on all that the Combat Update has added, this guide is everything you need to know to survive the night and prepare for the final fight.

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As the official defensive tactics system of Israeli police, military, and elite special operations units, krav maga has proven its effectiveness from front lines to back streets. "Black Belt Krav Maga" teaches and illustrates the discipline's most lethal fighting and self-defense moves in book format.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a guide to the most effective and devastating techniques in popular martial arts by World Champion and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu legend Alexandre Paiva. The book contains over 1,000 full-color photographs demonstrating the moves that made the author the most feared competitor in BJJ circles and now one of the most sought-after instructors. Jiu-Jitsu or Jujutsu came into prominence in the early 90's when jiu-jitsu expert Royce Gracie won the first, second, and fourth Ultimate Fighting Championships against much larger opponents who were using other styles such as boxing, muay thai, karate, and wrestling. Since then it has become one of the most popular styles in MMA due to its focus on ground fighting. Learn the techniques that have proven dominant in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tournaments and in the Mixed Martial Arts cage: Takedowns The Closed Guard Passing The Closed Guard Butterfly Guard Open Guard Pass Side Control Half Guard Back Mount With sections devoted to both gi and no-gi techniques, whether training for a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tournament or a Mixed Martial Arts fight, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is one book no true competitor can afford to miss.

Apex Legends: Ultimate Champion's Guide contains everything players need to dominate in Apex Legends. Apex Legends is the hottest new battle royale video game, and the Ultimate Champion's Guide contains everything that players need to dominate. With sections ranging from mastering the game’s basics to tips for more advanced players, this is the perfect book for any Apex competitor. It includes detailed profiles of the legends and their unique abilities, advanced combat tips, and survival strategies that will give players the edge in a close-fought battle. This fully illustrated, comprehensive guide is essential for all players who want to lead their squad to victory.

From “one of the best [Krav Maga] instructors in the world . . . this book gives you access to his experience and knowledge.” (Amir Perets, Krav Maga 4th degree black belt, former hand-to-hand combat instructor for elite units in the Israeli Defense Force) Learn the ultimate form of self defense with the top-selling guide to Krav Maga in an updated and expanded edition from Darren Levine. All the defense moves in Complete Krav Maga—from beginner Yellow Belt to advanced Black Belt—are described in depth and illustrated with step-by-step photos: • BEGINNER: Punches, kicks, knee strikes and defense movements • INTERMEDIATE: Counterattacks against knives, guns and sticks • ADVANCED: Advanced strikes and ground fighting techniques Based on the principle that it is best to move from defense to attack as quickly as possible, Complete Krav Maga teaches fast-escape maneuvers combined with powerful counterattacks. Whether you are big or small, male or female, young or old, you can use Krav Maga to protect yourself by exploiting an assailant’s vulnerabilities. “Darren Levine has my unqualified support and gratitude for his contributions to Krav Maga.” —Imi Lichtenfeld, founder of Krav Maga