WTF!!! Unblockable Sword attack???

[SovereignH3]

I dont know if this just happens to me or what but I can melee within the time period where the swords should connect together but i have noticed that sometimes the ppl that win sword games are doing something different.  If u have noticed this too plz tell.  It is very frustrating to have this happen cuz i know it should block w/e.

[Simply Electric]

Use melee rather than right trigger  - it is quicker & less recovery time if you're in a swords match.....which brings me to my next point.......find a BR then just grenade & headshot said sword noob. If that doesn't work then grab the shotty.

[riangle]

With the new sword(melee system) no only do you have to melee, but if you sword first you will naturally melee faster the next time. If the opponent's sword clash rate declines you will soon be swording when they are not. Making you the victor.

If you don't have the best internet in the world, another good thing to do would be to strafe when you sword and move in a circle around your opponent. Must easier if you're playing on boxer or bumper jumper.

If you're still having trouble winning sword battles try backing off as soon as your melee will connect. considering most people playing at high level swords just mash melee, if you back out it will be out of range. This would make them sword, miss and during the waiting time between melee'ing again you can lunge(r trigger) and sword them.

[SovereignH3]

I must have my timing off cuz usually I am a beast with sword.  In duels of just pure melee i dont usually lose much.  thx for the info.

[Authority]

id have to agree with Electric. a nade and a BR is way better than a sword anyday.   but if you can't veto a swords game.  use melee everytime.  also having the highground is a huge advantage.   so if you going to lunge try jumping so you are higher. or drop down off of something.