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'''Alber''' (translation: Fool) is a term used to describe a type of low guard or [[ward]] in [[western martial arts|historical swordfighting]]. 

==Longsword==
In the [[Liechtenauer]] tradition this ward may be taken up with the [[longsword]] on the right or the left hand side. It is one of the [[Vier Leger]].

The right pflug is taken up by having the left foot forward, both hands on the [[hilt]] with the [[long edge]] facing forwards. The [[hilt]] should be held at the level of, and in front of the right hip with the blade and pointing towards an opponent’s face.

[[category:western martial arts]][[category:wards]]