[ME THROWING SCARAMOUCHE LIKE A FRISBEE AWAY FROM THIS SWEET LAD.]

Because in the feet, there aren't many things to damage that would lead to a quick fatality. Humans have come up with all kinds of terrible, creative ways to torture each other in ways that won't threaten their lives, you know?

[CLEARLY NOT.]

If you're too careless with a blade or even a fist, you could puncture an organ or sever an important artery.