Striking as Earth

== AEG Meta ==
The Striking as Earth kata drew upon the cast inner reserves of Earth within the body. Although earth was shielded from harm it also often failed to perceive the world around it causing the user of the kata to become more protected by its motions, but less observant of the events going on around him. Way of the Samurai, p. 11
== FFG Meta ==
The Striking as Earth was a Rank 1 general kata which taught a bushi to root, hunkering down to make sure their armor took the brunt of a hit or raising a weapon in a warding position where it could deflect harm without being damaged. Legend of the Five Rings - Roleplaying, p. 178
== Legend of the Five Rings Roleplaying game fifth edition ==
After striking, the bushi roots themself to the ground, hunkering down to make sure their armor takes the brunt of a hit or raising a weapon in a warding position where it can deflect harm without being damaged. 
Activation: When you make a Martial Arts [Melee, Ranged, or Unarmed] (Earth) check, you may spend Opportunity in the following way: 
Earth 1 or more: Treat your physical resistance as 1 higher per Opportunity spent this way until the beginning of your next turn.
Category:Earth Kata
Category:General Kata (TCG)