Never mind the gear disadvantage and all. It's easy to slash away at the enemy's back in a group fight and in duels just run around in counterclockwise circles around your opponent and slash away at his neck, they'll be confused about it and helpless to counter. Abuse at your own discretion 
But in all the seriousness I think the combat AI needs some polishing in this aspect.
But in all the seriousness I think the combat AI needs some polishing in this aspect.
