She leapt high, kicking out, and in midthrust somehow bent sideways to kick harder with her other leg
In a movement preternaturally fast, but somehow looked almost languid, Vader ducked, reached up, and with one gloved hand lightly tapped her in the middle of her back. A serious thrust catching her in that position could have broken her spine. The Dark Lord's touch was more of a caress. He was letting her know what he could have done.
How is that anything other than a speed blitz?