Alias · Leg Entanglements
Reverse X Guard
Also known as Reverse X — the canonical term used on this site.
Training background: when discussing the guard entry
Full name — reverse X guard configuration
Reverse X Guard is the full positional name for the reverse X — the leg-entanglement variant in which the bottom player’s hooks form an X-shape against the opponent’s leg from a reversed entry direction relative to standard X-guard.
Etymology. “Reverse” specifies the directional inversion relative to standard X-guard; “X Guard” attaches the position-family. The compound predominates in published instructional material.
Mechanics. The reversed hook configuration produces leverage angles distinct from standard X-guard — the entry direction opens leg-attack and inversion sequences.
Cross-reference. “Inverted X Entanglement” is the alternate name; “reverse X” is the shortened form. Full mechanical coverage on Reverse X.