Apple Blossoms in the Wind
A versatile technique, intended for use against an ambush by multiple
opponents. This is also the guard to protect oneself against the Serpent Strikes. The blade is held low, but ready for use in a number of strike
forms. Keep loose and move slowly.
Arc of the Moon
A simple slash, meant to take off an opponent's head. Probably begins
at midbody level, arcs to neck, and ends back at a guard stance.
The Boar Rushes Down the Mountain
A vertical slash, but one that can alter course in midswing quickly.
Starts high and ends low. Try this with Tower of Morning.
Bundling Straw
Several quick chest-level thrusts, followed by an arc and a paired
return arc that should return the blade to a guard stance. Try this against
a quarterstaff opponent.
Cat Crossing the Courtyard
Not a sword-form or stance, but a method of movement which maximizes
alertness and reaction potential. Weight should be on the balls of the
feet, with head held high and eyes constantly shifting, watching for threats.
Arms and hands should freely move, not in pockets or holding items. Each
step should be taken confidently, but not hurriedly.
The Cat Dances on the Wall
A feinting, tentative series of short slashes, thrusts, and parries.
The swordsman must have good wrists and quick feet for this to be effective.
Useful for buying time.
Cat on Hot Sand
A faster, less tentative version of The Cat Dances on the Wall. Better
for multiple opponents.
The Courtier Taps His Fan
A quick, powerful overhand blow, meant to split the head. A good
move for anyone to have in his repetoire.
The Creeper Embraces the Oak
A slow, circling stance. The blade goes from high to low and back
to constantly offer a new threat and to guard against others. Forms to use
out of this: The Falling Leaf, Lightning of Three Prongs.
The Falcon Stoops
An abbreviated version of The Kingfisher Takes a Silverback. A quick
overhand thrust, returning to a guard position just as quickly.
The Falling Leaf
A more exaggerated and slower version of The Boar Rushes Down the
Mountain. Starting high, the blade sweeps back and forth before reaching
its lowest point. Can be used to parry effectively against multiple opponents,
or just one. Move from this straight into The River Undercuts the Bank or
The Wind Blows over the Wall, and you've got an effective pair.
Folding the Fan
The sword sheathing technique. The blade is smoothly swung around
from guard stance and sheathed, all in one motion.
The Grapevine Twines
A circular motion when blades are locked, used to disarm an opponent.
The Heron Spreads Its Wings
The operational version of Heron Wading in the Rushes. A tighter
cut, concentrated in one sector of the arc of the sword.
Heron Wading in the Rushes
IMPORTANT: This form should only be used for practicing balance.
It is possible to use this form in combat, but it is highly likely you
will receive your opponent's weapon in your chest before you take his head.
A horizontal, pivoting slash done on one foot. Begun at shoulder or head
height.
Hummingbird Kisses the Honeyrose
A quick thrust in the face. Will at least deter an opponent, and
will usually kill a charging opponent outright. Blade should start from
shoulder height, though it may be performed from any level less quickly.
The Kingfisher takes a Silverback
Begun while the sword is at shoulder height or higher, a downward
stab for the abdomen. Begun when the sword is lower than shoulder height,
a downward stab meant to cripple a leg or the groin. May also be used to
parry a midlevel strike.
Leopard in the Tree
A preliminary form, begun with both hands on the hilt of the sword,
knees bent, and leaning forward in a ready position. This form is used
to prepare for Unfolding the Fan or another such drawing technique.
Leaf Floating on the Breeze
A horizontal guard position with a form similar to The Falling Leaf. The
blade will move up and down according to the threat while moving horizontally
to offer new threats. A good basic form. Attacks from this position should
include Lightning of Three Prongs and Lizard in the Thornbush.
Lightning of Three Prongs
Beginning from a basic stance like Lion on the Hill, a thrust that can either
continue as a thrust or slash to either side. Can also be used to parry.
Lion on the Hill
A basic guard stance, with the sword held at shoulder height ready
to move into a variety of other forms.
Lizard in the Thornbush
Used expressly against two opponents. One thrust to the chest, then
pivot and kneel with either a thrust or a slash, usually a thrust. Good
mid-level technique; most veteran-level soldiers have mastered this form.
Low Wind Rising
Can be done from almost any stance - even sitting. A diagonal slash,
beginning low and rising cleanly. May be used to return to a guard stance
after a form such as The Grapevine Twines or Lightning of Three Prongs.
Moon Rises Over the Water
A vertical arc after a horizontal, tentative slash. The blade should
begin and end in the same position - near the waist.
Parting the Silk
A more controlled slash, probably used as a precision block or strike.
Directed at the abdomen, a good move to draw first blood or inflict nonlethal
damage on an opponent.
Ribbon in the Air
A horizontal slash that may change direction up or down at the tail
end. Should be begun just below chest height. Both feet should be used
in this form, unlike the Heron forms.
The River Undercuts the Bank
Can be done from a kneeling or standing position. A horizontal slash,
used to disembowel or behead.
The Serpent Strikes
A technique where you throw your sword point first into your opponent. Used in a Sheating the Sword situation (se below), where what you gain by losing your weapon is greater or equal to what you may lose in the process of not throwing it. The techinique can be quite accurate to a distance of 6-9 feet in a combat situation, or as much as 20 feet for target practice. In preparation of the throw, the rear hand is pulled back and holds the crossguard or handguard while the front hand holds the end of the blade. The front hand aims and the rear hand provides the throw.
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Sheathing the Sword
More of a concept than a sword-form, this is used when what you can
gain is greater than or equal to what you may lose in the process of gaining
it. This might be using Heron Wading in the Rushes like Rand al'Thor, or
it might be using Lizard in the Thornbush to take down two major opponents
when you know a third, less important one is coming up behind you.
Stones Falling from the Cliff
The medium difficulty version of Boar Rushes Down the Mountain. A
good mainstay of a battle, this form is useful for both parrying and attacking.
The sword should begin at least at shoulder height and come down.
Striking the Spark
A rapid series of powerful overhand blows, best begun on the return
swing of a slash like Low Wind Rising or The Heron Spreads Its Wings. If
you've got stamina this can win a battle for you.
The Swallow Rides the Air
The guard stance assumed after performing The Swallow Takes Flight.
More of an on-the-run stance, made for attacking or defending while mobile.
The Swallow Takes Flight
Basically, Low Wind Rising followed by a short thrust. The form is
angled more toward the opponent, though, so that the opening slash is
more a guard for the thrust.
Thistledown Floats on the Whirlwind
A short-range jumping spin-swipe, used for beheading. Best if done
by surprise. An opening move in most cases. The sword should not move
more than a foot or so; the main force is provided by the spin of the body.
The blade should not extend too far out from the body, and be approximately
chest high.
Tower of Morning
A vertical slash, starting low and ending high. I'd pair this one
with Boar Rushes Down the Mountain or The Courtier Taps His Fan.
Twisting the Wind
For use in a tight situation, when one is outnumbered. A quick, continual
rotation of the body, using slashes and short thrusts to counter or attack
as the situation dictates.
Unfolding the Fan
The exact opposite of Folding the Fan. Can be used as an opener,
since this form can unsheathe the sword and stroke at the same time. Can
also be used if caught off guard or in an awkward position.
Water Flows Downhill
A more complicated form of The Boar Rushes Down the Mountain. This
form can and will change direction in midstroke; only the more advanced
swordsmen use this form. Like its name, it takes the easiest route from
high to low, avoiding contact with the other weapon while seeking its
target.
Whirlwind on the Mountain
A form of Thistledown Floats on the Whirlwind, except done while remaining
on the ground. Can be modified for use for striking uphill or downhill simply
by changing the angle of the spin. The sword also is extended further than with Thistledown Floats on the Whirlwind.
Wind and Rain
Another complicated form. Begun with either Low Wind Rising or Parting the Silk,
this form follows through with multiple short thrusts or quick overhand blows.
The Wind Blows over the Wall
A simple movement, begun with the blade held horizontal at waist level, edge down and point forward. The blade
rises through a half-circle, and extending towards the opponent as it rises. At the top of that circle, turn
the blade so that the edge is to the side, and bring it across horizontally. The first
motion servers to get inside an opponent's guard, and the the second is the actual attack (usually directed
at the neck, throat, or side of the head).
The Wood Grouse Dances
Similar to the Cat Dances on the Wall, but from a more stationary point. Mainly to feel out an enemy, more than to do serious harm.
Most of the forms courtesy of Mahiro Shukosa. "The Wind Blows over the Wall courtesy of Ashfalcon 
