Originally Posted by
LFJ
The use of footwork makes it a lot more dynamic in application than it is explained to be as a seemingly static posture. As an initial guard it's an efficient means of intercepting the opponent and gaining superior position for 'entry' into striking range where the rest of the system functions and angles are dictated by the opponent's response.
When I first used it I did feel a bit awkward and exposed, but that was because I was used to something else. They always say VT is an unnatural way of fighting, but it effectively performs its intended function.