Generally the attacker

of today is a cowardly person who
either fights from the podium of alcohol/drugs or attacks
from behind, possibly with the crutch of a weapon or an
accomplice, or both. Excepting possibly the rapist, who
often works on the basis that he believes himself physically
superior to his victim, most attackers work with the aid 9f
one or more accomplices. As formerly mentioned they are
looking for VICTIMS, those that are in Code White or are
detached from the herd. If you practice target hardening,
these people -due to their proverbial 'yellow' streaks -will
not cross your path. If they do and you fight back
ferociously with well-aimed economical attacks, they will
often abort, though I have to reiterate a physical response is
the inferior tactic. If you do decide to employ physical
techniques, make sure that you know your way around the
fighting arena or you may just add anger to the attacker's
artillery by daring to strike him. If you strike, you need to
know that it will inflict damage enough for you to effect an
escape.