Fencer
A fencer is an athlete who participates in the sport of fencing, which involves combat with swords. The three main types of swords used in fencing are the foil, épée, and sabre. Fencers wear protective gear, including masks, jackets, and gloves, to ensure safety during matches. The sport emphasizes agility, strategy, and precision.
Fencing is both an individual and team sport, with competitions held at various levels, from local tournaments to the Olympics. Scoring in fencing is based on touches made with the weapon, and each type of sword has its own rules regarding valid targets and scoring methods.