this movie will teach you how to fight...

First, if you are behind your target, give a good yell so he'll know it's you that's killing him. Seriously, they won't have time to react. Second, always hold your sword as high over your head as you can, even have the blade pointing behind you if you can, and always, always run straight for the target like this. Third, if the opponent is pulling his sword out of some slob's chest, be sure not to rush him. Speaking of rushing, don't ever rush in a group towards a superior opponent on a rampage. Finally, when all else seems to fail, toss pillows at your opponent.