Puzzle 8

Protective __, defends the cranium in martial arts

Performed exceptionally well

Nationality of author Tobias Smollett

Common term for a native of the Philippines

Out-of-control chase of cattle

Borscht ingredient

Glue

Keith __, Rolling Stones guitarist

Ruthless in dealings

Space, the final __

__ mark; level when tide is furthest out

Zen __, religion connected to many martial arts