As someone who has, in fact, actually been stabbed I suppose I can give some insight into the whole affair. There's a lot of merit to the idea that a 'realistic' assault would be over in a matter of moments, especially if somebody catches someone else by surprise.
Putting aside the fact that 'realism' in Eorzea operates differently to 'realism' in the real world, however, I'd strongly recommend not underestimating the instinct to survive. When I was attacked I immediately sort to defend myself. Although I was slashed at with a knife I managed to protect myself - first with my right arm and then by grabbing whatever was nearby to use effectively.
I threw stuff. Sought to put distance between myself and my attacker. Adrenaline was pumping beyond anything I'd ever experienced before and then I managed to escape. After it was over? It hurt like hell - but I survived and recovered.
I try to reflect that same sense of desperation in a fight since dragging it on and on just doesn't feel realistic to me. I also think it's possible to strike a balance between making a fight 'flashy' whilst still aiming to end it quickly and efficiently.
Putting aside the fact that 'realism' in Eorzea operates differently to 'realism' in the real world, however, I'd strongly recommend not underestimating the instinct to survive. When I was attacked I immediately sort to defend myself. Although I was slashed at with a knife I managed to protect myself - first with my right arm and then by grabbing whatever was nearby to use effectively.
I threw stuff. Sought to put distance between myself and my attacker. Adrenaline was pumping beyond anything I'd ever experienced before and then I managed to escape. After it was over? It hurt like hell - but I survived and recovered.
I try to reflect that same sense of desperation in a fight since dragging it on and on just doesn't feel realistic to me. I also think it's possible to strike a balance between making a fight 'flashy' whilst still aiming to end it quickly and efficiently.
