By "slice block" I am guessing you are referring to a "deflection" (i.e.: you sweep across in a tangential line to the attack?)
If this is what you're referring to, then I personally prefer it to a standard block. A block is direct force against force. Therefore, the stronger force wins ... period. If the guy swinging at you is considerably stronger or larger, your chances of fully blocking him are slim.
If only given the choice of a deflection or a block, I'll take a deflection any day. When done correctly, it takes a lot of power out of their strike. The most visible proof of this that I have personally done was to have a friend swing at me with a baseball bat. A block was not viable ... the bat would have blasted right through my little rattan stick. My deflection, however, negated a lot of the force of his attack. I wound up with a nice bruise on my ribs ... but had I blocked I am certain I would have had something broken. I have absolute faith in the deflection ... but it's not always the *best* answer, nor is it always a viable option.
I have only fought in one stickfighting tourney and I found myself parrying/evading more often than anything else. I would zone out on the male triangle, parry his shot (he kept throwing angle 1's), then, I would "ride" his arm back and crack him in the head with my stick.
My experience, though, is limited. This is just what I have found.
Regards, Mike
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