Thats kind of weird how its Martial arts, Why isnt it Martial kickasz or Martial deathstyle hehe. Its not like you are putting on a play , Inless all you do is katas.
I watched a Tai-Chi master once.... he went thru his kata as 4 of his students attacked him...he never broke stride, never moved faster, etc... just was never there when they got there...at the end, he finished his kata, and his 4 students were on their backs...
If only I could be that good.... heh.
Would it work in a street fight? prob. not. he might have to change pace...but then again...I think he could.
as to the art... and caveman can kick ***.... it takes an artist to do it with 'style!'