Marcelo Garcia- five-time Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu World Champion and three time ADCC Submission Wrestling World Champion- is widely regarded as the best pound for pound ground-fighter on the planet. Now, for the first time, he unveils all the secrets behind the revolutionary guard system that has allowed him to devastate other top competitors. Leaving no stone unturned, he takes you on a specialized journey through both the butterfly and x-guard positions, demonstrating dozens of unique methods for sweeping and submitting your opponent while fighting off your back. Through descriptive narrative and step by step photographs shot from multiple camera angles, The X-Guard will open your eyes to a whole new world of ground fighting.