Can I Parry a Medieval Crossbow Bolt with a Sword? Skallagrim 2023-07-22 | Time for some myth busting (or confirming?)... Is it plausible to cut a shot arrow or bolt out of the air to defend against a ranged attack with such a sword (or other melee weapon)?I've attempted this before, back in 2016. Back then I used a bow with a pretty light draw weight (45 lbs), which of course limits the arrow's velocity and makes it less realistic. So this time I decided to go with a 330 lbs medieval crossbow... what could possibly go wrong? :Dtodsworkshop.com/collections/historical-crossbows/products/copy-of-14thc-steel-crossbowThe original Sword vs. Arrow Challenge video: youtu.be/7QLpYDQ0FSAThe messer reproduction I'm using here:kultofathena.com/product/landsknecht-emporium-adorian-messer/?koa=259kultofathena.com/product/landsknecht-emporium-adorian-messer-with-halftan-leather-sheath/?koa=259Review: youtu.be/cA7XUjuMlBU*** Music credits ***“Heroic Demise” by Matthew Pabloopengameart.org/content/heroic-demise-updated-versionCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)Outro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Social media ***twitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #crossbow #sword
Do You Ever Wonder if Youre on the Right Path...? Skallagrim 2024-05-22 | No matter what you're doing you're missing out on something, and no matter where you are you're missing some other place you used to know. Would your life be better if you made a major change, or would it all fall apart? Just some musings...The travel channels I mention here:NP Urbanlifeyoutube.com/@npurbanlife5463I Will Always Travel for Foodyoutube.com/@IWillAlwaysTravelforFoodNomad Pushyoutube.com/@NomadPush#skallagrim*** Music credits ***Outro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt
The Best Weapon for Fantasy Halflings (No, Not Spears) Skallagrim 2024-05-17 | This is for those of you who enjoy some (modest) measure of realism in your fantasy scenarios, be it fictional writing, tabletop RPGs or video games. Which historical arms and armor would make the most practical sense for a short, agile character who is not as stout and tanky as a dwarven warrior?Here is my perspective on that, informed by experience with HEMA (historical European martial arts). Applies to halflings, hobbits, gnomes, and similar species. Hope you enjoy the atmospheric background... that took unreasonably long to render. :)Check out Gamer Supps through my affiliate link: gamersupps.gg/SkallMy taste test: youtu.be/0Wk3oPdfV70Previous videos about the best weapons for a dwarf:youtu.be/seih9n2MuYcyoutu.be/JQdR3MHXNI0The swords shown here:Ewart Park bronze sword by Neil Burridgebronze-age-craft.com/swords_for_sale.htm14th century medieval knight's rondel dagger by Tod Cutler kultofathena.com/product/tod-cutler-14th-century-medieval-english-knights-rondel-dagger/?koa=259- Affiliate link (AF)Qama / kindjal by Devil's Edgekultofathena.com/product/devils-edge-qama-kindjal-high-carbon-steel-version/?koa=259(AF)Munich Town Guard sword by LK Chenkultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-munich-town-guard-sword/?koa=259(AF)Tizona - 17th century Spanish cup-hilt rapier by LK Chenkultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-tizona-17th-century-spanish-cup-hilt-rapier/?koa=259(AF)*** Sources / credits ***commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Halfling_Thief.pngsleeplessinstarsong.fandom.com/wiki/Halflingsdndbeyond.com/races/14-halfling#Subracedndbeyond.com/races/18-gnomepixabay.com/illustrations/orc-ogre-fantasy-creature-5636526commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Three_Archers_and_a_Figure_with_a_Spear_MET_DP805693.jpgcommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Yahua_Blowgun_Amazon_Iquitos_Peru.jpgMusic:"Caketown" by Matthew Pabloopengameart.org/content/caketown-cuteplayfulCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)"RPG Exploration Level 1" by Hitctrlopengameart.org/content/rpgexplorationlevel1CC BY 3.0"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #fantasy #dnd #lotr #lordoftherings #rpg #rogue #hobbit
The Weakness of Light Riot Shields Skallagrim 2024-05-15 | A relatively thin polycarbonate shield may hold up great against strikes with various weapons, even something as excessive as a medieval flanged mace. But if this happens, you're in trouble...The full test: youtu.be/kGIKkMRoFkU*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinMerch:bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804Other ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt
How Good is a Hidden Katana (Shikomizue)? Skallagrim 2024-05-11 | During Japan's Meiji period the wearing of swords was banned, so of course people did it in secret, carrying blades hidden inside inconspicuous walking sticks or canes. The concealment comes at a price, making it a worse design in an open duel compared to a traditional katana. But does it make up for its drawbacks through its unexpected effectiveness for self-defense in a surprise attack on the street?Let's take a closer look at its pros & cons and how it works, as well as what distinguishes a Shikomizue from a Shirasaya mount.The sword I'm showing in this video:kultofathena.com/product/hanwei-bamboo-stick-katana/?koa=259(affiliate link)Technique demonstration by Seki Senseiyoutube.com/watch?v=ScTnCzfV-lkPicture sources:commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Shikomizue_1.JPGmetmuseum.org/art/collection/search/36641metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/27615commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Campinas-20110324-00166.jpgcommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Antique_Japanese_(samurai)_katana.jpgcommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Wakizashi_2.JPGthe-saleroom.com/en-gb/auction-catalogues/canterbury-auction-galleries/catalogue-id-srcan10017/lot-1ce0513f-baea-43cb-a48a-a4ad011f65canew.uniquejapan.com/a-meiji-period-shikomizue-elite-samurai-cane-swordcommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Degenstok,_waarvan_houten_schede_en_houten_handvat_in_de_vorm_van_mannenkop_een_wandelstok_vormen,_objectnr_20992-A-B(1).JPG*** Music credits ***“Gray Trip” by HorrorPenopengameart.org/content/gray-tripCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)Outro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #katana #shirasaya #shikomizue #samurai #kenjutsu
Does this Dirty Trick Actually Work in a Sword Fight? Skallagrim 2024-05-08 | Is it even really a dirty trick, or was it just part of a "whatever it takes" mentality back in history? If you had to defend your life on medieval streets or a battlefield, would it really matter whether throwing your secondary short sword or dagger in the opponent's face is "dishonorable", as long as you win?And would it even be effective? Let's take a look at an example from Japanese Kenjutsu, as well as a few European manuscripts that show this kind of "cheap" tactic.Detailed video about how practical throwing the (main) sword is:youtu.be/QYVIsMQPKzYThe videos I’m commenting on:How to Throw Your Wakizashi to Fight (Musashi Did It Too) by @letsasksekisensei youtube.com/watch?v=ryhKYIBq3IYKATANA Throwing: Fact or Myth? by @AdamCeladin youtube.com/watch?v=ZZaOC72t7qkHistorical sources:wiktenauer.com/wiki/Fiore_de%27i_Liberi/Spear_vs._Other_Weaponswiktenauer.com/wiki/Paulus_Hector_MairDual wielding clubs and throwing one of them against a spear (Fiore de'i Liberi):youtu.be/HhsYWPV1FbQAbout the effectiveness of throwing stars:youtu.be/B_cerpDFbd4*** Music credits ***Outro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #sword #swordfighting #katana #kenjutsu #HEMA
This Destructive Shield Test Almost Went Wrong... Skallagrim 2024-05-04 | I got an undecorated version of the Ottoman Kalkan reproduction from Salahs Archery to do destructive testing on, and it didn't go quite the way I expected.The shield took a lot of damage but did its job well, especially considering how light it is. I started with hits from blunt swords and a bit of sparring, then shot it with a modern crossbow (the Cold Steel Cheap Shot) and a medieval crossbow with different bolts. Finally I leaned full into the destructive test with swords, a spear, a war hammer, a flanged mace, and an axe.Definitely goes to show the main drawback of strapped shields (compared to centergrip)...The review of the fully ornamented version:youtu.be/6vd6o1twMCkWhere to find it:etsy.com/shop/SalahsArchery?section_id=47990590The weapons:Cold Steel Cheap Shotamzn.to/3Uv9ZPd15th century "munition" crossbow with goat's foot leverduckduckgo.com/?q=cold+steel+cheap+shot&ia=webJavelin by Arms & Armor kultofathena.com/product/arms-armor-javelin/?koa=259Affiliate link (AF)1860 cavalry saber by LK Chen kultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-us-1860-light-cavalry-saber/?koa=259(AF)youtu.be/x_lEBGgPUhsViking axe by Nils Ogrennilsogren.com/axesReview: youtu.be/m4BurxMf3F0Flanged macekultofathena.com/product/flanged-mace-with-top-spike/?koa=259(AF)Warhammer and spear by Arms & Armor[discontinued]Gustav messer by Landsknecht Emporiumkultofathena.com/product/landsknecht-emporium-gustav-messer-beechwood-grip/?koa=259kultofathena.com/product/landsknecht-emporium-gustav-messer-with-light-brown-scabbard-beechwood-grip/?koa=259(AF)Review: youtu.be/mA9aQzachJ0*** Music credits ***"Medieval: Battle" by Random Mindopengameart.org/content/medieval-battlethCC0 1.0 Universal (CC0 1.0) Public Domain“Mystic Journey” by Tausdeiopengameart.org/content/mystic-journeyCC BY 3.0"Little People At Work" by Horrorpenopengameart.org/content/little-people-at-work-loopCC BY 3.0“Boss Fight” by Lisboaopengameart.org/content/boss-fight-0CC0 1.0Outro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #historical #shield #test #crossbow
Possibly the Best Single-Handed Cutting Sword Ive Tested! Skallagrim 2024-05-01 | If you like 'em curvy, it's hard to top this... The sliciest of swords (technical term). This is my test and review of the LK Chen shamshir, a remarkably light but powerful saber.It's a reproduction of a 19th century Persian shamshir at the Metropolitan museum in New York city, and the historical accuracy is a lot higher than most of what you find on the market in this comparatively modest price range.I went a little overboard with hardwood cores in the tatami mats I was testing several swords on, and while I struggled with most of them, the shamshir was like a cheat code that brought the difficulty way down. Quite impressive!Hope you enjoy the epic scenery... Filming in this location was a little challenging.*** Specifications ***Overall length: 89 cm (35 in)Blade length: 73.7 cm (29 in)Blade width: 3cm (1-3/16 in)Blade thickness: 5mm at guard, tapering to 2mm near tip (3/16 - 1/16 in)Weight: 720 g (1 lb 9.4 oz)Point of balance: ≈ 10 cm (4 in) from the guardBlade material: GB 60Si2MnA spring steel (comparable to 5160, but higher silicon, lower chromium content) Guard & fittings: stainless steel*** Pros / Cons ***+ Extremely light and nimble+ Excellent blade geometry, very sharp edge+ Strong and durable- Some imperfections in the finish*** Where to get it ***kultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-persian-shamshir/?koa=259 (affiliate link)lkchensword.com/shop-1/ols/products/shamshir/v/SHM-SHR*** Sources ***The originalmetmuseum.org/art/collection/search/30905Very similar designmetmuseum.org/art/collection/search/3090318th centurymetmuseum.org/art/collection/search/3273918thCcommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Sabel,_shamshir,_1800-talet,_Livrustkammaren_-_354.tiff18th-19thCmetmuseum.org/art/collection/search/3097019thCmetmuseum.org/art/collection/search/30975Richly ornamentedmetmuseum.org/art/collection/search/31128Almost identical weightcommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Sabel_-_shamshir_-_Livrustkammaren_-_77113.tifFath Ali Shahcommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Swords_of_Fath_Ali_Shah.jpgSubtly but beautifully decoratedcommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Sv%C3%A4rd_med_Balja_-_Hallwylska_museet_-_86870.tifReview of a similar saber (not as good): youtu.be/nd7L1GJ1GeEA shield to go with this: youtu.be/6vd6o1twMCk*** Music credits ***"Mektaba" by Eleryaopengameart.org/content/mektabaCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)Outro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #sword #review
How to Hold a Sword - Not as Simple as You Think! Skallagrim 2024-04-27 | Such a deceptively simple concept... just grab the damn handle! Not actually that simple... it all depends on the type of sword (and guard), the situation, and the intention. There are plenty of options... hammer grip, handshake grip, thumb grip, finger over the quillon, different spacing, etc. So let's dive into some common dos and don'ts of handling business in medieval & renaissance swordsmanship, with hands-on demonstrations. Who knows, it might even give you a bit of inspiration for your art or writing in a fantasy setting with some degree of realism.The blunt practice swords I'm showing here are from Purpleheart Armoury (affiliate link):http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799The rapiers (affiliate links):kultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-saxony-german-rapier/?koa=259kultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-tizona-17th-century-spanish-cup-hilt-rapier/?koa=259The historical images (and HEMA sources) can be found here:manuscriptminiatures.com/tagswiktenauer.com/wiki/Manuscripts*** Music credits ***Outro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #swordfighting #sword #hema #technique
I Miss the Old Angry Video Game Nerd. Skallagrim 2024-04-24 | You know what's BEE-ESS? Youtube.Different topic for a change, this is just something I felt like getting off my chest. As a lifelong gamer it's not surprising that I've watched every AVGN episode... although I haven't made it through some of the recent ones. I have no desire to attack James Rolfe or take away from his success and tremendous influence, and I still find most of his (especially older) work highly entertaining. However I can't help but notice an unsavory trend in recent years. And the recent Horse Prince episode was... baffling, to say the least.*** Music credits ***Outro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #avgn #angryvideogamenerd #jamesrolfe #reaction #opinion #gaming #nerd
Cheap Medieval Weapons vs. Modern Armor - Skall Reacts to @KentuckyBallistics Skallagrim 2024-04-21 | Barely half a day after these medieval arms vs. kevlar armor shenanigans appeared on the Kentucky Ballistics channel people were already bombarding me with requests to make a response video. So here you go, literally as quickly as I was able to. :)Tests like that are always a blast, and this is no exception. Some of those "reproductions" though... yikes. That mace in particular... I've never seen a flanged mace so weirdly cobbled together. The spikey military flail was interesting though.Anyway, watch Scott's video, it's fun:youtube.com/watch?v=lh5aqlUUXugWhere the other clips are from:Sickle to the Face... Yikes! (Goedendag too)youtu.be/Wm1W0gYTt_0Longsword, Rondel dagger, Mace, Axe vs. Zombie Head from ZGByoutu.be/wD1MYWU2LegMedieval Weapons Tested on Modern Motorcycle Helmetyoutu.be/zjV5xnc04m8What a Polehammer Does to a Motorcycle Helmetyoutu.be/It5EIRZ7jOE16th century Italian mace by Windlass Steelcraftsyoutu.be/bOGslQWBgKc*** Music credits ***Outro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #medieval #weapons #kentuckyballistics #reaction #commentary #test
Could This Invisible Shield Save Your Life? Skallagrim 2024-04-19 | Time to test a polycarbonate "riot" shield... for real. Not pulling any punches (or rather, swings). It's fairly cheap, so I wanted to know how reliable it would be in a self-defense / SHTF situation (or even a post-apocalyptic scenario).Can it protect against armed strikes or will it fall apart? Let's find out!Where to find this shield (just don't expect too much of it):amzn.to/3Uora67 - affiliate link (AF)Also, if you'd like your own Bob (Body Opponent Bag) for punching or (blunt) sword practice:amzn.to/3Q9xZWM(AF)What was used for testing:1.) Practice messer by Victor Berbekucz (VB)http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799(AF)2.) 1860 Light cavalry saber by LK Chenkultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-us-1860-light-cavalry-saber/?koa=259(AF)3.) Discontinued macheteyoutu.be/Y0XlHfcn7Dk4.) Medieval flanged macewulflund.com/weapons/axes-poleweapons/european-mace-with-wooden-handle-replica.htmlOther related tests:Could a Cutting Mat Save You from Cuts (Apocalypse Armor)?youtu.be/uES0IHP-ODsCut resistant sleeveyoutu.be/sGMTlZP2UkoCan socks and towels protect against sharp blades?youtu.be/PfSYDU08XsY"MAIL" Armor Like You've Never Seen Before!youtu.be/JhmRFuMdbSATesting Post-Apocalyptic Gear: Duct Tape Armor!youtu.be/WgCjm7qL-YYWhat a Medieval Polehammer Does to a Motorcycle Helmetyoutu.be/It5EIRZ7jOE*** Music credits ***Solara (nostalgic synthwave) and Ether (Cyberpunk industrial dark synthwave mix) by White Bat Audio (Karl Casey)Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0youtube.com/c/WhiteBatAudio/videosOutro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt00:00 - 00:50 Blunt sword vs. shield00:50 - 03:09 Sharp saber & machete03:09 - 04:09 Flanged mace04:09 - 06:03 Escalating the force...06:03 - 07:21 Review of the results07:21 - 08:42 When sharp blades beat bludgeons08:42 - How to improve this design#skallagrim #selfdefense #shield #selfdefensetools #hema #test #review
Does Melee Even Make Sense in Fallout? Skallagrim 2024-04-17 | Is it badass to sprint through a hail of bullets to clobber raider over the head with a baseball bat wrapped in barbed wire? Sure! Are melee weapons overrated in a post-apocalypse settings? Kinda... depending on the situation, of course.Firearms are like Pandora's Box. And not having any when others might is a bit like strolling through bug-infested swamps without mosquito repellant, or riding a motorcycle without a helmet... you can do it, but you might regret it.Obviously the Fallout universe is not known for its utter dedication to realism, but it's a fun topic to over-think...Relevant videos:Can History Teach Us How To Fight With Baseball Bats?youtu.be/IkwnBhJ_QBMCould a Cutting Mat Save You from Cuts (Apocalypse Armor)?youtu.be/uES0IHP-ODsTesting Post-Apocalyptic Gear: Duct Tape Armor!youtu.be/WgCjm7qL-YYThe Best Sword for Post-Apocalyptic Self-Defense?youtu.be/PHq6B4FbvXYWorst Improvised Weapons for a Zombie Apocalypse...youtu.be/7c-gvXf7skcYes, Gunblades Are Real, BUT...youtu.be/hRXj4o_fZHcAn Introduction to Black Powder and Comparison to Smokeless Powderyoutu.be/8fNxHeM3OQIThe Dumbest RWBY Weapon... Not What You Expect!youtu.be/wr-hdZQZ9N0*** Music credits ***Post-apocalyptic music by Alexandr Zhelanovopengameart.org/content/post-apocalypse-more-music-inside#comment-formCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)Outro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #fallout #melee #realistic #postapocalyptic #rpg #tv #movie #scifi #fantasy
The Most Refined Sword for a Gentleman... (Satire) Skallagrim 2024-04-15 | The original video (posted on April Fools): youtu.be/dJDSfR0NV1MThis is a satirical spoof poking fun at the various debates about which is the best sword in history. Might as well go full snob, like a proper 18th century nobleman. ;)And no, I don't actually subscribe to smallsword superiority... although I will say it's underrated.*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #sword #comedy #satire #spoof
There is Only One Problem with this Shield... (Ottoman Kalkan) Skallagrim 2024-04-12 | This is a remarkably versatile design... Can't decide between centergrip and strapped shield? Why not both? There are different ways to hold it, sling it over your shoulder, or even wear it on your back. It's remarkably light and comfortable to use.What stands out the most are the extensive decorations. This is a beautiful collector's piece, and clearly plenty of attention to detail went into the craftsmanship.*** Where to find it ***etsy.com/ca/listing/1688097177/kalkan-shield-ottoman-willow-shield?click_key=1d00241240ce4c61bd5f1ec8061754450aad1223%3A1688097177&click_sum=5b340e10&ga_search_query=shield&ref=shop_items_search_3&pro=1&frs=1Testing an undecorated version of this shield: youtu.be/HlHk2z3GtEQ*** Sources ***Original Kalkancommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Drevnosti_RG_v3_ill066-67_-_Kalkan_Trostnik.jpgroyalarmouries.org/collection/object/object-1673commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Hermitage_room_65_-_Eastern_Weapons_68.jpgcommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Tarcza_turecka_(ka%C5%82kan)_replika.jpgVietnamese rattan shieldmandarinmansion.com/item/vietnamese-rattan-shieldTibetan shield, 14th-16th centurymetmuseum.org/art/collection/search/26530*** Music credits ***Outro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #ottoman #shield #reproduction #history #review
Can You Cut a CHAIN with a SWORD? (Dont Do It...) Skallagrim 2024-04-10 | Never try something like this... it's stupid. Leave it to silly wackos like me. ;)It all started with a fake memory I had of Conan chopping up the chain that was binding Zula in Conan the Destroyer (1984). Turns out it was a braided rope all along... good old VHS "quality" made it look like a chain when I watched it as a kid / teenager.Anyway, it's not an uncommon fantasy trope... the hero frees a prisoner by cutting straight through their shackles with a mystically indestructible sword. So I wanted to test how that works in real life... with a much smaller chain.Result? Not quite as heroic as the movies... but see for yourself.The swords in this video:The Legionnaire and Reaver Cleaver by Zombie Toolsyoutu.be/PHq6B4FbvXYzombietools.net/collections/blades/products/the-legionnairezombietools.net/collections/blades/products/the-reaver-cleaverThe Gustav by Landsknecht Emporiumyoutu.be/mA9aQzachJ0kultofathena.com/?s=gustav&post_type=product&dgwt_wcas=1/?koa=259(affiliate link)Kilij by Swordbuyyoutu.be/nd7L1GJ1GeEHelp fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinMerciless Destruction of a Cheap Katana (Viewer Request)youtu.be/EW3m88DMqzQCan You Cut a Sword in Half with Bullets?youtu.be/zv-TXH0x70I*** Music credits ***"Spirit Waltz" by Horrorpenopengameart.org/content/spirit-waltzCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)"De*th is Just Another Path" (Youtube doesn't like that word) by Otto Halménopengameart.org/users/otto-halm%C3%A9nCC BY 3.0"Wandering Merchant" by Tausdeiopengameart.org/content/wandering-merchantCC BY 3.0Outro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804Other ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #sword #test
How Practical is a Chakram? (AKA Infinity Knife 😉) Skallagrim 2024-04-05 | The real thing, I mean... not Xena's overpowered ring of destruction. Perhaps not as mystical and legendary as "ninja stars", but fairly similar in concept.How well does a sharp steel frisbee work compared to throwing knives and axes (also saw blades)? Let's explore!What I'm testing in this video:Small chakram, made by Arma Eponawulflund.com/chakri-a-small-chakram-1-pieceLarge versionwulflund.com/chakram-1-pieceTop dog knife / spike, designed for no-spin throwswulflund.com/top-dog-throwing-knifeCool trick shots by @AdamCeladin youtube.com/watch?v=bApY7JeEtXEM48 kama (affiliate link)amzn.to/43LpW88Review: youtu.be/sCVb7iuVx5YSOG fasthawk, a "tactical" tomahawk (affiliate link)amzn.to/4cYW9gzNot tested in this video, but mentioned: Hurlbat (affiliate link)kultofathena.com/product/devils-edge-hurlbat/?koa=259Saw blade tested on ballistic dummy headyoutu.be/B_cerpDFbd4Real historical throwing crosses (yes, like in Castlevania)youtu.be/NGi7fcl0vPQPracticing no-spin throwsyoutu.be/tIPw_2rkQt4The video I've made about the antique chakram / chakkar / quoityoutu.be/klImSddcwfk*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinMerch:bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804Other ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Music credits ***"Little People At Work" by Horrorpenopengameart.org/content/little-people-at-work-loopCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)Outro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt*** Time stamps ***00:00 - 00:34 Shenanigans00:34 - 00:52 Infinity Knife00:52 - 01:12 Chakram vs. knife01:12 - 02:47 Benefits of larger throwing implements02:47 - 03:44 The challenge with knives03:44 - 04:03 The solution: no-spin technique04:03 - 04:35 Improvised throwing tool: saw blade04:35 - 04:54 Support04:54 - 09:27 Chakram tests09:27 - 12:09 The historical method & effectiveness12:09 - 13:48 Ease of carry13:48 - 14:45 Antique original vs. reproduction14:45 - 16:08 Which is the best throwing weapon?16:08 Outtakes*** Tags ***#skallagrim #chakram #xena #fantasy #history #throwingknife #throwing #weapons
It Happened AGAIN! - War Dart Fail x2 Skallagrim 2024-04-04 | Disappoint me once, shame on your quality control... disappoint me twice, hilarity ensues.This was just too funny not to share. Back in 2017 I tested a plumbata (Roman war dart) by Deepeeka... or tried to, at least. It broke before I even turned the camera on.Some people defended it by pointing out that those things would be considered disposable in historical times. Fair enough, but how do you feel about 5 gentle throws for $40? Good value for money?The original video:youtu.be/zCh9vO9_sHY*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #roman #dart #throwing #fail #funny
When the Rust Monster Crossed the Wrong Adventurer... Skallagrim 2024-04-03 | Don't need steel to crush this bug if you're angry enough...The full video about the best non-metal weapons from real-life history::youtu.be/yMgd2KxhcLYMusic:“RPG Ambient 2” by Hitctrlopengameart.org/content/rpgambient2Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #dnd #dungeonsanddragons #fantasy #rpg #funny
Face it: THIS is the Best Sword! Skallagrim 2024-04-01 | It's time to face it... I've been deluding myself for far too long with all this talk about how everything depends on situation, purpose, etc... Enough of that, I've finally come to my senses.You want to know which is the superior sword in all of history? Well, here it is.*** Credits ***metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/27016metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/26748?exhibitionId=%7Bf7a75a7e-4de5-4cc5-8379-56087e8600f7%7D&%3Boid=26748&%3Bpkgids=474&%3Bpg=0&%3Brpp=20&%3Bpos=12&%3Bft=*&offset=20metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/22935metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/22941metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/22939commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Tysk_v%C3%A4rja_fr%C3%A5n_cirka_1645_-_Skoklosters_slott_-_97159.tifcommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:V%C3%A4rja,_1660_-_Livrustkammaren_-_100729.tifcommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Hedersv%C3%A4rja_-_Livrustkammaren_-_31044.tifcommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Chateau_Versailles_Galerie_des_Glaces.jpg"RPG - The Last Sylph" by Hitctrlopengameart.org/content/rpg-the-last-sylphCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)Super Castlevania IV intro music, composed by Masanori Adachi and Taro KudoWood Carving Partita (Castlevania Symphony of the Night), composed by Michiru Yamane,*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #sword #history #wtf
Armed Sparring is Pointless, I guess. (Response to @RamseyDewey) Skallagrim 2024-03-29 | Well, time to quit HEMA... it's just not real enough.Jokes aside, this is quite an interesting discussion, and it's always good to exchange different points of view coming from different experiences. Realistic practice of martial arts always has some limitations, not just for sake of safety but also because of the goals, rules, and gear involved. Can practicing with swords / machetes / knives / etc be fully legitimate when considering how far removed it necessarily must be from the hazards of actual combat? Let's talk about it!The videos I'm showing here:Weapons sparring kinda sucks by Ramsey Deweyyoutube.com/watch?v=ggMfgiwBboEThe Rollbot is INCREDIBLE by Brandon Mccaghrenyoutube.com/watch?v=wuV3hG4fC0UKENJUTSU fight with steel Katana! by Weaponismyoutube.com/watch?v=w54sOrjyHfQOutro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #hema #martialarts #swordfighting #sparring #sword #selfdefense
How Much is a Sword Worth? Skallagrim 2024-03-27 | IT DEPENDS... on the condition, rarity, materials, and labor involved in making it. Also supply and demand of course, back in history when swords had practical value in warfare and dueling.Let's take a look at the most expensive examples (like a Japanese Tachi worth supposedly 105 million dollars), some real-life market values in medieval England, and what causes price differences in modern reproductions.Being a collector is always a costly endeavor, but some of these are FAR beyond the reach of "mere mortals".If you're interested in real-life "gunblades" and other historical combination weapons, check out these videos too:youtu.be/hRXj4o_fZHcyoutu.be/WMG9_VS2hNwHow the "Skalchion" was made:youtube.com/watch?v=3cOD0LeOeWo*** Sources / credits ***$105M Tachihttps://worldart.news/2021/11/04/100-million-samurai-tachi-the-most-expensive-sword-in-the-world/mediabiasfactcheck.com/forbesSword of Chinese emperor Qianglong (18th century), sold for $7.7Mwealthygorilla.com/most-expensive-swordsNapoleon Bonaparte’s swordworldrecordacademy.com/business/napoleon_sword_sold_for_world_record_price_70218.htmExamples of heavy corrosioncommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:072_Wikingerschwert_(9.-10._Jh.)_aus_dem_Arch%C3%A4ologische_Museum_Krakau..JPGcommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Derby_Museum_Viking_Sword.jpg10th century Viking swordmetmuseum.org/art/collection/search/24832Longsword from Arsenal of Alexandria collection, before 1419vipartfair.com/most-expensive-swordsItalian or Spanish sword, 1500metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/357163000 year old bronze sword, perfectly preservedsmithsonianmag.com/smart-news/bronze-age-sword-germany-180982399Ax-Pistol of Grand Duke Ferdinand I de' Medici, 1580metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/25098Sword with wheellock pistol, 1575metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/27926Medieval prices and incomethehistoryofengland.co.uk/resource/medieval-prices-and-wagesThe Time Traveler’s Guide to Medieval England by Ian MortimerPaperback: amzn.to/3IRwl7YAudiobook: amzn.to/3IO2BZACeremonial swordcommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Ceremonial_Sword_Lord_Lieutenants_of_Ireland.jpgBackground music:"Winds of Stories" by Horror Penopengameart.org/content/winds-of-storiesCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)"Wandering Merchant" by Tausdeiopengameart.org/content/wandering-merchantCC BY 3.0*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #sword #history #value #collection #medieval #katana #saber
Are Sword TikToks as Bad as I Expected...? Skallagrim 2024-03-23 | Some of this stuff makes me feel a little franTICTICKTICKTOCK.. (if you were a metalhead in 2003, you get it).How much mental pain will I have to inflict upon myself for your entertainment? Well, let's see...I typed "sword" into the search on TikTok and picked particularly odd videos to react to and comment on. Also poke fun at, in case of a particularly flabbergasting case of clickbait marketing. In the words of the Angry Video Game Nerd: "What were they thinking?!"*** Music credits ***"Cavern of Wonders" by Hitctrlopengameart.org/content/rpg-the-cavern-of-wondersCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)"Water Temple" by El Corleoopengameart.org/content/water-templeCC BY 3.0Outro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #tiktokvideo #reaction #sword #katana #funny
Live Sword/Game Talk and Q&A Shenanigans Skallagrim 2024-03-21 | Let's hang out for a geeky chat.*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Social media ***tiktok.com/@skallnaniganstwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt
Swordsmanship, Mastery, and the Role of Sparring in Martial Arts Skallagrim 2024-03-20 | This is not meant to be controversial, although the topic is sometimes debated with heated fervor. Just my perspective on the practice of HEMA (Historical European Martial Arts), as well as the benefits and limitations of sparring. Of course it all depends on your personal interests and goals. Some folks just want some fun exercise with swords, others want to develop a high level of skill to compete in tournaments and/or deepen their understanding of historical combat. Or maybe you enjoy the community aspect of it. Whatever it may be, there is plenty to explore and experience.Relevant videos:HEMA instructors fighting with the Polish saber - Lee Smith vs. Richard Marsdenyoutu.be/Z19hR04Ckb8My Sword Fighting Journey and the Skill Gap in HEMAyoutu.be/fZDlRQZb5usLongsword and Saber/Messer Sparring With Commentary (7 April 2019)youtu.be/WUdanDhU-qoThe Power of a Covered Thrust (Longsword Technique)youtu.be/hJ8n5A35P1QAre Hands Hits in Sword Sparring REALLY No Big Deal?youtu.be/Ffqpr6WPkqgI Had HIGH Expectations for These Gauntlets...youtu.be/0JWV5aSaY4IThe Best Gloves for Longsword Sparring (As of April 2018)youtu.be/B51wK1-bJNU*** Music credits ***Outro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #hema #martialarts #sparring #medieval #history #sword #swordfighting
Could a Cutting Mat Save You from Cuts (Apocalypse Armor)? Skallagrim 2024-03-16 | Cut resistant materials might be highly sought after as improvised armor in a (post-)apocalyptic SHTF scenario. What about a sheet of self-healing cutting mat as used in various crafts? It's definitely cut resistant, so let's see what kind of protection it could offer in a practical test.What I used in this video:Chakram by Wulflundwulflund.com/chakri-a-small-chakram-1-pieceBaryonyx machete (no longer available)youtu.be/Y0XlHfcn7DkShirasaya katana by Hanweikultofathena.com/product/hanwei-bamboo-stick-katana/?koa=259Viking axenilsogren.com/axesOther improvised armor testing:Duct tapeyoutu.be/WgCjm7qL-YYGlued paperyoutu.be/JhmRFuMdbSABook in a backpackyoutu.be/HBZfnJFECCM*** Music credits ***Outro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #postapocalyptic #armor #test
Unarmed vs. Sword Defense Gone... Right? Skallagrim 2024-03-13 | Generally defending against an armed attack is daunting, and most unarmed self-defense techniques against weapons (improvised or otherwise) are highly risky at best, and catastrophically doomed to fail at worst. This is a rare example where it actually worked.Largely due to the attacker being an idiot who swung a trashy mallninja wallhanger like a baseball bat. The security guard at the hospital where it happened managed to take the scumbag lunatic down and prevent him from threatening anyone else.The news story, from Brazil (Portugese original and Google translation to English):metropoles.com/brasil/video-homem-tem-a-mao-decepada-apos-golpes-de-espada-em-manaushttps://www-metropoles-com.translate.goog/brasil/video-homem-tem-a-mao-decepada-apos-golpes-de-espada-em-manaus?_x_tr_sl=auto&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=en&_x_tr_pto=wappRelevant videos:UNARMED vs. SWORD Defense is Just Fantasy (Mostly)youtu.be/eSogLx7QQjcSword Against Bat / Maglite / Crowbar? (Home Intruder)youtu.be/OsrfxqPcqx4Would Historical Martial Arts be Useful in Modern Self-Defense?youtu.be/69972GdTyXQSICKLE vs. SWORD... It's Intense.youtu.be/ndbRB0W5bQgThe Most Irresponsible Sword Incident I've Ever Seenyoutu.be/LVGhyG2F0-I*** Music credits ***Outro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #sword #attack #news #selfdefense #martialarts #katana #reaction
The Most Irresponsible Sword Incident Ive Ever Seen! Skallagrim 2024-03-08 | Sometimes all you can do is shake your head in disbelief over what some people think is a good idea...This is about a teacher who brought real (sharp) swords to a high school class and let the students have at it... with no protective gear and no instruction. Guess how that turned out?Sources:New Mexico family sues school over injury after sword fightyoutube.com/watch?v=Xe0zBKhzjDkArticleslawandcrime.com/lawsuit/im-in-trouble-lawsuit-filed-after-student-suffers-deep-cut-by-samurai-sword-bought-by-teacher-in-school-sponsored-sword-fightingabqjournal.com/news/teacher-encourages-sword-fight-at-volcano-vista-suit-alleges/article_958224bc-d690-11ee-abdd-0fc15d8986b8.htmlIf you want protective gear for SAFE sword practice (affiliate link):http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMAOutro music:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #sword #fail #news #reaction
Could a Samurai with Katana Beat a Musketeer with Rapier? Skallagrim 2024-03-06 | This is a "what if" duel that was historically possible, and it's essentially a match of polar opposites.The rapier has superior reach and quick, agile thrusts, while the katana delivers more powerful cuts and has the upper hand at close distance. Overall quite a high-risk fight.. assuming an unarmored duel. A battlefield scenario or an unexpected self-defense encounter on the street would be a different story.What are the strengths and weaknesses of each, and what would happen if the fighters swapped swords? Lots to cover, so let's delve right in!The reproductions shown here:Shirasaya katana by Hanweikultofathena.com/product/hanwei-bamboo-stick-katana/?koa=259Tizona - 17th century Spanish cup-hilt rapier by LK Chenkultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-tizona-17th-century-spanish-cup-hilt-rapier/?koa=259Saxony German rapier by LK Chenkultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-saxony-german-rapier/?koa=259Munich Town Guard sword by LK Chenkultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-munich-town-guard-sword/?koa=259Video credits:How Would a Katana Swordmaster Fight with a Rapier? by @letsasksekisensei youtube.com/watch?v=bMTs3LQKtNwKatana vs Rapier Sparring - Burak vs Nick by @AcademyofHistoricalFencing youtube.com/watch?v=w2A_NISUX-wRelated videos:Can a Rapier Defeat Mail Armor? - Let's Test and Find Out!youtu.be/L_EGoLvsaeYWhy Some Rapiers are "Too" Flexible... (Are They?)youtu.be/mNZIj_r696QThe Most Expensive Sword I've Ever Reviewed!youtu.be/M_n6fLHWnFoKatana VS Longsword... The Truth Ain't so Sad!youtu.be/5ZTGZ7X0BTwStabby Time! - Straight vs. Curved Swords on Ballistic Gelyoutu.be/jBZ9Y1KSkos*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/join*** Music credits ***Outro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804Shop through my affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #history #sword #swordfighting #rapier #katana #musketeer #samurai
Could Warriors SPLIT Helmets? - How Well Did Medieval Armor Really Work? Skallagrim 2024-03-01 | We have some paintings from the Middle Ages depicting battle scenes that show swords cutting into helmets. Of course we have to take everything with a grain of salt... many of those images contain accurate, realistic portrayals of arms and armor, but some have mythical creatures and manhunting killer bunnies...So how plausible is this armor slicing trope? Are some helmets more susceptible to damage from blades than others? Let's take a closer look!*** Related Videos ***A Lesser Known "Viking" Helmetyoutu.be/frcRHpf_sn4Tests of reproduction helmets (2016)Part 1: youtu.be/Z1KJAeJj3PcPart 2: youtu.be/VOSmJbzUgCAPart 3: youtu.be/hyVnPGCdnokPart 4: youtu.be/G4Umh-pa7FAPart 5: youtu.be/l47Idc7anG4Driftwood Club VS 1mm Mild Steel Helmet - Skall Smash!youtu.be/-DgIKB2ZmMACan a 350lb Medieval Crossbow Penetrate Steel Helmets? (16 / 14ga)youtu.be/UqGZl5MVFPgIs Armor REALLY Impervious to Sword Blows?youtu.be/gTt1igYG9LMWhy Armor Did Not Make Knights (Fully) Invulnerable...youtu.be/41eHAHnLKEY*** Sources / Credits ***Kabutowari (helmet splitting) test from 1987youtube.com/watch?v=vHKzbe60hXMKatana vs Steel Samurai Helmet (Kabutowari) Lords of the Blades Ep.1 by @AdamCeladin youtube.com/watch?v=c-1Ujn3lbcAHighly detailed depiction of knights fighting, 1370-1380manuscriptminiatures.com/4365/16797#imageChris Caple, The Yarm Helmet (2020)durham-repository.worktribe.com/preview/1247660/33082.pdfmanuscriptminiatures.comwiktenauer.comCorinthian bronze helmetmetmuseum.org/art/collection/search/703054Knightly nasal helmet, 13th centurygreatestcollectibles.com/authentic-knightly-nasal-helmet-13th-centuryBascinet, ca 1400metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/34272Armet, ca 1440metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/24686Visored sallet, 1475metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/21982Fancy visored design from 1535metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/24667Burgonet, 17th centurymetmuseum.org/art/collection/search/27083Montefortino bronze helmet with obvious battle damagecommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Casco_It%C3%A1lico-Montefortino_de_la_Necr%C3%B3polis_de_Pozo_Moro_-_M.A.N.jpgromancoins.info/MilitaryEquipment-Helmet-buggenum.htmlcommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Roman_iron_and_gold_helmet_(FindID_509553).jpgCorroded iron nasal helmettinyurl.com/2j8v7sr2commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:NHM_-_Novo_Mesto_Negauhelm.jpgcommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Rothenburg_Museum_-_Nasalhelm_2.jpgcommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Coppergate_Helmet_YORCM_CA665-009.jpgcommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Strongman_Champions_League_in_Gibraltar_07.jpgIntro music:"Wandering Merchant" by Tausdeiopengameart.org/content/wandering-merchantCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)Outro music:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Time Stamps ***00:00 - 00:28 The armor slicing trope00:28 - 01:44 Medieval paintings and weird stuff01:44 - 03:24 A highly detailed, realistic image of fighting knights03:24 - 04:24 Available evidence: original armor04:24 - 04:54 Real battle damage on surviving helmets04:54 - 06:10 Variety of helmets in history & their thicknesses06:10 - 08:07 Practical testing / how hard did they hit in battle?08:07 - 08:33 Limiting factor: The sword08:33 - 09:40 WHERE you hit matters!09:40 - 10:38 Kabutowari (cutting a Japanese helmet with a katana)10:38 Conclusion*** Support the Channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second Channel / other Social Media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #medieval #history #armor #knight #helmet #sword
Why Such LONG Handles on SINGLE-Handed Swords? Skallagrim 2024-02-23 | Have you ever wondered why they would put an unnecessarily(?) long handle on a sword that was used in one hand only? Or did you think they were really intended for two-handed use?Well, there are actually good, practical reasons to make them like this in certain cases. It's obviously not the only way to do it, but it's not arbitray. Here are some explanations as to why.Support the channel on Patreon or through Youtube memberships and get access to bonus content and an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinThe swords shown here (affiliate links):"Gustav" and "Adorian" messer by Landsknecht Emporium kultofathena.com/product/landsknecht-emporium-gustav-messer-beechwood-grip/?koa=259kultofathena.com/product/landsknecht-emporium-gustav-messer-with-scabbard-beechwood-grip/?koa=259kultofathena.com/product/landsknecht-emporium-adorian-messer/?koa=259kultofathena.com/product/landsknecht-emporium-adorian-messer-with-halftan-leather-sheath/?koa=259"Flying Phoenix" Han jian by LK Chenkultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-flying-phoenix-han-jian-2/?koa=259Practice messer and shortsword, Oakshott Type 14, I.33 by Viktor Berbekucz http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799"The Knecht" kriegsmesser by Albion(discontinued)Relevant videos:Can You Use a Single-Handed Sword with TWO Hands?youtu.be/RaeBXJMnVTIKnife or Sword?youtu.be/jtIHDxaq6aULongsword and Saber/Messer Sparring With Commentaryyoutu.be/WUdanDhU-qoTest cutting with Swordsageyoutu.be/0QXxWxti6ks*** Sources ***Hand-and-a-half sword, 15th centurymetmuseum.org/art/collection/search/25628Chinese mounted sword with Japanese blademetmuseum.org/art/collection/search/23387Daishō (Katana & wakizashi)metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/27789Qing Dynasty military swordmandarinmansion.com/item/large-qing-military-swordBurmese dhamandarinmansion.com/item/plain-dhaSwiss hand-and-a-half swordhttps://www.artic.edu/artworks/116962/hand-and-a-half-swordHand-and-a-half sabermetmuseum.org/art/collection/search/27428Fighting manuscript by Fiore de’i Liberi, around 1400wiktenauer.com/wiki/Fiore_de%27i_LiberiMesser manuscriptswiktenauer.com/wiki/Category:MesserPommelmetmuseum.org/art/collection/search/27619Lóngquán jiànmandarinmansion.com/item/good-late-qing-longquan-jian*** Music credits ***"Winds of Stories" by Horror Penopengameart.org/content/winds-of-storiesCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)"Medieval Town" by Syncopikaopengameart.org/content/medieval-townCC BY 3.0Outro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804Other ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #sword #history
A Fun Chat with Jason Kingsley about Mounted Combat and other Historical Tidbits Skallagrim 2024-02-21 | I had the pleasure of talking to Jason Kingsley of Modern History TV, who has extensive practical experience with horseback riding and armed martial arts, plus extensive knowledge of medieval history. We ended up chatting about what makes mounted combat different from fighting on foot on medieval battlefields, tactics, morale, the strange course of history, and other interesting topics.youtube.com/@ModernKnight/videosPart 2 of this conversation: youtube.com/watch?v=MHbKXVnKp5sLet me know what you think about this podcast style talk, whether you'd like to see more of it, and who else you'd like to see as a guest.*** Time stamps ***00:00 - 01:36 Intro01:36 - 03:58 The challenge of hitting the target (and not your horse)03:58 - 05:01 How a horseman's pick works05:01 - 05:43 Direction of the swing05:43 - 10:22 Cut or thrust | power vs. accuracy10:22 - 12:33 Defensive actions (without footwork)12:33 - 16:29 Intimidation factor & morale 16:29 - 23:09 The "best" weapons and the role of hand protection23:09 - 28:15 Changing customs, values, and technology28:15 What if leaders had to fight in wars?*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #medieval #history #knights #horsebackriding #martialarts #sword #swordfighting #podcast
The Armor Slicing Trope is Older than Movies & Anime! Skallagrim 2024-02-18 | You may think the silly myth of a katana or other sword cutting straight through a breastplate or other heavy armor is a modern invention. But such fanciful exaggeration already existed long before movies and anime, as shown by these medieval images.ARROWS vs ARMOUR - Medieval Myth Busting by Tod's Workshopyoutu.be/DBxdTkddHaE?si=0zAn-86qCl69eDs9My playlist of videos about armor:youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxClq4a6GD70k2oqBV3jBEIW0M_znFYxHBackground music:“Medieval Rondo” by Marcelofg55opengameart.org/content/medieval-rondoCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #armor #medieval #history #knight #sword #cinema #tropes #anime #katana
DIE BY THE BLADE Gameplay is Intense... Skallagrim 2024-02-16 | Here's a first impression of Die by the Blade, a sword fighting game with a cyberpunk ("Samuraipunk") setting, that is currently scheduled for release in May 2024. The fights are strategic and require good timing due to the Bushido Blade style one-hit mechanics. It has realistic elements but doesn't go exceptionally far, as shown by the fighters spending a quarter of the match with their back turned to the opponent in some spinning helicopter of doom move (I exaggerate, of course). Overall the feel is sort of in between arcade-like action and more methodical realism. store.steampowered.com/app/1154670/Die_by_the_Blade*** Music credits ***Outro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #letsplay #fightinggames #samurai #cyberpunk #swordfighting
Partial Armor and the Most Fun Twitter Interaction... Skallagrim 2024-02-14 | Check out Ironlily's work:https://linktr.ee/ironlilytwitter.com/vanishlilyPartial armor is quite popular in fantasy art, movies, anime, and video games, be it in the form of barbarian or gladiator equipment or... titillating female warrior outfits. This is a unique case though... an exceptionally realistic portrayal of a medieval suit of plate, but with breasts instead of breastplate. :DOf course back in real-life history not everyone could afford a full set, and some protection is better than none. Also there are techniques and guard positions to fight from which minimize certain target areas. Another consideration is mobility and over-heating. So let's over-think it a little... how much could a knight / solder / mercenary gain from ditching the body armor but keeping he helmet, gorget, and limb protection?By the way, if you want to see the full necro outfit:Necromancers are Misunderstood.youtube.com/shorts/9Yr8ib-sxeMRelevant videos:Barbarian Bikini Armor - Ridiculous or Sort of "Realistic"?youtu.be/itOd4_TwPX8Is Armor REALLY Impervious to Sword Blows?youtu.be/gTt1igYG9LMWho Would Win: Armored Knight or SPIKY STICK?youtu.be/ty75vg3FkGwArmor / Damage Types in RPGs Compared to Real Lifeyoutu.be/oksogPN6bAc*** Sources / credits ***pinterest.ca/pin/414683078169103799clevelandart.org/art/1916.1714clevelandart.org/art/1916.1816commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Lansquenets._(1512)_(NYPL_b14896507-89684).tifmanuscriptminiatures.comOutro music:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #fantasy #armor #history #knight #fantasyart #anime #medieval
Knife or Sword? Skallagrim 2024-02-10 | This is a surprisingly frequently asked question: How do you distinguish a long knife or dagger from a short sword (or saber, machete, etc)?Are there objective ways of drawing the line, like a specific blade length and/or a type of hilt / handle? Let's discuss it!The swords and dagger in this video:The Legionnaire (fantasy gladius) by Zombie Toolszombietools.net/collections/blades/products/the-legionnaireShortsword VB Feder, Oakshott Type 14, I.33 from Purpleheart Armory (affiliate link)http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Adorian (messer) by Landsknecht Emporium (affiliate links)kultofathena.com/product/landsknecht-emporium-adorian-messer/?koa=259kultofathena.com/product/landsknecht-emporium-adorian-messer-with-halftan-leather-sheath/?koa=259Pappenheimer rapier and custom parrying dagger ("main gauche") by Darkwood Armoryrapiers.darkwoodarmory.com/product/pappenheimer-style-rapier14th century medieval knight's rondel dagger by Tod Cutler (affiliate link)kultofathena.com/product/tod-cutler-14th-century-medieval-english-knights-rondel-dagger/?koa=259Ewart Park bronze sword by Neil Burridgebronze-age-craft.com/swords_for_sale.htm1860 light cavalry saber by LK Chen (affiliate link)kultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-us-1860-light-cavalry-saber/?koa=259Related videos:The Best Sword for Post-Apocalyptic Self-Defense?youtu.be/PHq6B4FbvXYThis "Long Knife" Will Put a Smile on Your Face... (Sword Review)youtu.be/cA7XUjuMlBUWill This $250 Yatagan Make the Cut? (Sword Review)youtu.be/vX_8RWBkVQQReview: Swiss Degen / Baselard Reproduction - Beautiful Craftsmanship by Lukas Mästle-Goeryoutu.be/C7z4pvHYWBI*** Music credits ***"EDM is not my thing" by Snabishopengameart.org/content/edm-is-not-my-thingCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)Outro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #knife #sword #medieval #history
A Transforming Bow Thats also a Sword AND a Pistol?! Skallagrim 2024-02-07 | Combination weapons from the Middle Ages and especially Renaissance can be quite strange, cramming a number of functions into a complicated design, often an intentionally difficult feat of craftsmanship. But few oddities are quite as intriguing as a weapon that transform between bow and sword mode, while also including a compact firearm (about 30 years before the earliest wheel-lock pistols).Let's take a closer look at this strange concept that seems like it comes straight from the mind of a fantasy artist or video game designer, but is actually found in a manuscript from 1505.Also a good excuse to resurrect ye olde END HIM RIGHTLY meme! It's on topic, I swear. :)Relevant videos:Yes, Gunblades Are Real, BUT...youtu.be/hRXj4o_fZHc5 Historical Weapons That Look Like Fantasyyoutu.be/pJDrjWfzsVAAnother 5 Odd Historical Blades That Look Like Fantasyyoutu.be/5X8ytmjvNg4Fighting with Sword & Pistol: Really Just Fantasy?youtu.be/zWJgYL91tJAThe Weirdest Combination Weapons in Historyyoutu.be/WMG9_VS2hNwOkay, Let's Talk Pommels and Rightly Endingyoutu.be/VCRE0Wk4F2o*** Sources & credits ***3D animation by Ace the Super Villaincgtrader.com/3d-models?author=AcetheSuperVillainamzn.to/3SPhdhicommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Codex_L%C3%B6ffelholzcommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Landsknektssv%C3%A4rd_(imitation)_s.k._katzbalger_-_Livrustkammaren_-_391-negative.tifwarfarehistorynetwork.com/article/the-wheel-lock-history-of-the-pistolcambridge.org/core/services/aop-cambridge-core/content/view/4250C631061794E70DDF02883CFB1EC6/S088376940003935Xa.pdf/div-class-title-the-manufacture-of-screws-div.pdfhttps://www.artic.edu/artworks/106204/walking-stick-hammer-sword-wheellock-pistolmetmuseum.org/art/collection/search/25098commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Roman_caltrop.jpgcommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Roman_Iron_Sword_in_Scabbard_%26_Iron_Caltrop_(42314791555).jpgfreesound.org/people/Jay_You/sounds/467243Background music (intro skit):"Assassin's Assault" by Horror Penopengameart.org/content/assasins-assaultCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)Outro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #history #weapons #sword #bow #firearms #renaissance
Why Some Rapiers are Too Flexible... (Are They?) Skallagrim 2024-02-02 | Get 20% off on watches and cool rings handmade from unique materials with coupon code SKALL at thorum.comSome sword blades on the reproduction market seem sort of "floppy" in tests against resistant targets (be it armor or even just ballistic gel). Particularly rapiers with narrow blades. But how fair and reasonable is it really to criticize their flexibility?The swords in this video:Saxony German rapier by LK Chenkultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-saxony-german-rapier/?koa=259Munich Town Guard sword by LK Chenkultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-munich-town-guard-sword/?koa=259Tizona - 17th century Spanish cup-hilt rapier by LK Chenkultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-tizona-17th-century-spanish-cup-hilt-rapier/?koa=259Pappenheimer by Darkwood Armoryrapiers.darkwoodarmory.com/product/pappenheimer-ii-stars-and-cloversTesting them against riveted mailyoutu.be/L_EGoLvsaeY*** Sources and credits ***"How FLEXIBLE are Real Antique RAPIERS? From Renaissance to Industrial Revolution" by @scholagladiatoria youtube.com/watch?v=5qeZPNYVNJQGerman Estoc, early 1500sclevelandart.org/art/1916.686French smallsword, ca. 1720metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/22936Music:Outtakes"Little People At Work" by Horrorpenopengameart.org/content/little-people-at-work-loopCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)“Imminent Threat” by Matthew Pabloopengameart.org/content/imminent-threatAttribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported (CC BY-SA 3.0)Outro"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #sword #rapier #history #renaissance #weapons #hema
A Weapon for a more SHIValrous Age... Skallagrim 2024-01-29 | So many fancy weapons in history, yet sometimes all it takes is a metal spike with a handle...The mail armor and 14th century knight's rondel dagger used in this test:kultofathena.com/product/danm-chainmail-coif-alternating-dome-riveted-construction-mild-steel-flat-rings/?koa=259kultofathena.com/product/tod-cutler-14th-century-medieval-english-knights-rondel-dagger/?koa=259The full video (testing different rapiers against riveted mail):youtu.be/L_EGoLvsaeYBackground music:"Medieval: The Old Tower Inn" by Random Mindopengameart.org/content/medieval-the-old-tower-innCC0 1.0 Universal Public Domain*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt*** Time stamps ***00:00 - 00:49 Quick introduction to mail ("chainmail")00:49 - 01:14 The setup01:14 - 02:08 16thC rapier - 1st test02:08 - 03:10 Town Guard sidesword - 1st test03:10 - 05:07 17thC Cup-hilt rapier - 1st test05:07 - 06:28 Rondel dagger06:28 - 06:57 Sidesword - 2nd attempt06:57 - 08:13 Rapiers - 2nd attempt08:13 Historical background / discussion#skallagrim #history #armor #medieval #knights #dagger #test #chainmail
Wrist Mounted Crossbows: Realistically Practical or Not? Skallagrim 2024-01-27 | Whether it be a raider in a post-apocalyptic Mad Max style scenario or an assassin or demon hunter in DnD or some other fantasy world, wristbows are pretty popular in fictional media. How practical would they be in real life?The direct comparison is of course some kind of pistol crossbow, and fairly compact designs existed already in the Middle Ages and Renaissance. A wrist-mounted version however comes with some additional challenge... Let's put on the over-thinking goggles and take a closer look.Other relevant videos:Cold Steel Cheap Shot 130 Crossbow - Fast and Fun!youtu.be/MK1XlD8YZ_8Old vs. New - Bows and Crossbows tested on Butted and Riveted Mail Armor ("Chainmail")youtu.be/eYsr81y0AeoWhich Shoots Hardest? - Measuring Velocity & Energy of Bows / Crossbowsyoutu.be/bqqnYOYF7PoMedieval Crossbows: Not That Easy to Use (vs. Modern)youtu.be/TaQToSdIlmwCan I "Parry" a Medieval Crossbow Bolt with a Sword?youtu.be/6lYoMwXtpNA*** Sources / credits ***deviantart.com/mrtannerwhite/art/Wrist-crossbow-267189517Tod of Todsstuff shooting an early medieval twelfth centuryyoutube.com/watch?v=r-8DQYLjHJERapid Fire Crossbows - Medieval and Modernyoutube.com/watch?v=7uL0U2Zq3RoWrist Mounted Crossbow with integrated cocking leveryoutube.com/watch?v=pH7c_MpNq9MWeaponCollector's Wrist Crossbowyoutube.com/watch?v=dqyT9JLyeKcDouble-shot sling powered wrist crossbowyoutube.com/watch?v=8Y6dZuyyE88How powerful are pistol crossbows? (ft/lbs chronograph test results)youtube.com/watch?v=O1Pr3MdDzYYchuckhawks.com/handgun_recoil_table.htmmetmuseum.org/art/collection/search/27510Demon Hunter by Glenn Raneglennrane.artstation.com/projects/lqE1YMS13 Wrist Crossbow by London224renderosity.com/marketplace/products/101912/ms13-wrist-crossbowcommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:PistolCrossbow122.jpgOutro music:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #fantasy #sciencefiction #postapocalyptic #madmax #crossbow #weapons
Can a Rapier Defeat Mail Armor? - Lets Test and Find Out! Skallagrim 2024-01-24 | A rapier will slip right through riveted mail, right? Well... not so fast.It depends on the type of mail (material, weave pattern, ring thickness & diameter, etc), and on the blade shape. Also... technique. The results I got varied depending on how I delivered the thrust.In other words: If you don't get enough penetration it might be a skill issue. ;)The riveted mail coif and reproduction swords / dagger I used for testing:kultofathena.com/product/danm-chainmail-coif-alternating-dome-riveted-construction-mild-steel-flat-rings/?koa=259Saxony German rapier by LK Chenkultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-saxony-german-rapier/?koa=259Munich Town Guard sword by LK Chenkultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-munich-town-guard-sword/?koa=259Tizona - 17th century Spanish cup-hilt rapier by LK Chenkultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-tizona-17th-century-spanish-cup-hilt-rapier/?koa=25914th century medieval knight's rondel dagger by Tod Cutlerkultofathena.com/product/tod-cutler-14th-century-medieval-english-knights-rondel-dagger/?koa=259*** Sources / credits ***manuscriptminiatures.commetmuseum.org/art/collection/search/34324metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/31956clevelandart.org/art/1916.1971metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/31956commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:European_(German_or_Swiss%3F),_early_16th_century_-_Bishop%27s_Mantle_(Cape)_-_1921.1256_-_Cleveland_Museum_of_Art.tifmetmuseum.org/art/collection/search/34331Background music:"Historic Renaissance music from 1597: If my complaints could passions move” by John Dowland / Of Far Different Natureopengameart.org/content/historic-renaissance-music-from-1597-if-my-complaints-could-passions-move-by-john-dowlandCC0 1.0 UniversalOutro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Other armor tests ***Arms & Armor 12th Century Spear VS. Riveted Mail and Ballistic Gelyoutu.be/NGSL7XApz2s"MAIL" Armor Like You've Never Seen Before!youtu.be/JhmRFuMdbSATesting Post-Apocalyptic Gear: Duct Tape Armor!youtu.be/WgCjm7qL-YYMedieval Crossbows vs. Breastplate and Lamellar Armoryoutu.be/XMT6hjwY8NQCould SOCKS and TOWELS Protect You Against BLADES?youtu.be/PfSYDU08XsY*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt*** Time stamps ***00:00 - 00:49 Quick introduction to mail ("chainmail")00:49 - 01:14 The setup01:14 - 02:08 16thC rapier - 1st test02:08 - 03:10 Town Guard sidesword - 1st test03:10 - 05:07 17thC Cup-hilt rapier - 1st test05:07 - 06:28 Rondel dagger06:28 - 06:57 Sidesword - 2nd attempt06:57 - 08:13 Rapiers - 2nd attempt08:13 Historical background / discussion#skallagrim #history #armor #medieval #knights #renaissance #sword #rapier
Was I Full of $hit? - Is Realism a Boring Dead-End After All? Skallagrim 2024-01-19 | Do you prefer "hard" or "soft" magic systems? Or do you like both? Do you appreciate some realism in fantasy or do you think it gets in the way of the enjoyment? Both?Whatever opinion you have, I think it's important to self-reflect and listen to different points of view (and criticism). Even in case of nerdy, mostly inconsequential topics like this. :)*** Credits ***pixabay.com/videos/house-explosion-break-down-noise-45242pixabay.com/videos/tv-noise-damage-glitch-tv-noise-40487pixabay.com/illustrations/gothic-fantasy-forest-path-gate-4720725Outro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #fantasy #realism #gaming #tropes
Fancy Swords, Realistic VR Combat, Axe-Swords, Face Shields, Etc Skallagrim 2024-01-18 | Let's peruse some beautiful historical weapons, unusual designs, weird happenings, and one of the most bizarre comments I've ever seen. :)*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Social media ***tiktok.com/@skallnaniganstwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt
How to Survive a Sword Fight: Keep it Tight! Skallagrim 2024-01-14 | In fantasy RPGs / action games / movies you usually see exaggerated movements and clumsy over-swings that are supposed to look epic and powerful. In real-life swordsmanship that would be a huge risk. Whether you practice HEMA (historical European martial arts) or like to make your fiction more believable, you might be interested in how to "fix" this.The swords in this video:Type XVIIIc Alexandria longsword by Balaur Armskultofathena.com/product/balaur-arms-15th-century-type-xviiic-alexandria-sword/?koa=259Renaissance side sword by Kingston Armskultofathena.com/product/renaissance-side-sword/?koa=259Relevant videos:How Fantasy Sword Fighting Lacks Subtletyyoutu.be/gWBgmbL78TcThe SAFEST Way to Fight with Swords?youtu.be/A1-tinolT_4*** Music credits ***Outro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Social media ***tiktok.com/@skallnaniganstwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #sword #swordfighting #hema #historical #martialarts #fantasy
Is it my Not-so-Grand Fate to Mock this Fight Scene? Skallagrim 2024-01-12 | Oh, Anime... you never fail to deliver the weird tropes. So this time we've got a skinny girl in skimpy "armor" (i.e. metal lingerie) bashing a swordsman with a giant cruciform shield. Over the top fantasy physics and bizarre tactics included, of course.Here's my reaction to that. Not a review or critique, just a snarky rant for entertainment. Obviously I don't expect any hint of realism here, but it's fun to deliberately over-think some of these WTF moments. :)The scene is Mash Kyrielight vs Sir Lancelot from "Fate/Grand Order -Divine Realm of the Round Table: Camelot- Paladin; Agateram" (godsdamnit, that's a long title):youtube.com/watch?v=vLKf3_my1o8typemoon.fandom.com/wiki/Mash_Kyrielight#cite_note-Lostroom-4Fighting in high heels is a serious disadvantage, but I guess with enough dexterity and body control it can be pulled off, as impressively demonstrated by @SamanthaLong: youtube.com/@SamanthaLong/shortsRelevant videos:How to Defeat the Dramatic Sword Clashyoutu.be/acaixdEKdCUDual Wielding Shields - Could THIS Make it Practical IRL?youtu.be/ZCawSBgz8BcHistory's Best Shield! Can You Guess?youtu.be/kmyLEcfoEik*** Credits ***Battle Chasers: Nightwar Mercuribattlechasersnightwar.fandom.com/wiki/MercuriTali by SpaceMAXMarinedeviantart.com/spacemaxmarine/art/Dat-Tali-454491625Urbosa by Vash Peradodeviantart.com/vashperado/art/Urbosa-697397549Dungeon Fighter Online female necromancerdfoneople.com/news/updates/2106/Neo:-NecromancerMusic:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission"Impossible Sequences" by Snabishopengameart.org/content/impossible-sequencesAttribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Second channel / other social media ***youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvgtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #anime #rant #fight #fantasy #weapons #fategrandorder #reaction
Skall Takes an Unexpected BURN... Skallagrim 2024-01-10 | Didn't see that coming, and it was a good one. :D*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Social media ***facebook.com/SkallagrimYTtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_instagram.com/skallagrim_yt
Thank You... A Moment to Appreciate What I Have Here. Skallagrim 2024-01-06 | Had a moment of contemplation and felt like saying this. Boring but heartfelt video, I guess. :)My other channel (for gameplay and misc videos that don't fit as well on here):youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvg*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Social media ***facebook.com/SkallagrimYTtwitter.com/_Skallagrim_instagram.com/skallagrim_yt
Corvos Folding Sword (Dishonored) - Practical or Nonsensical? Skallagrim 2024-01-03 | A sword that is easy to conceal and extends to three times its length would definitely be handy for a fantasy assassin. Could it be functional in real life? Well, let's see...The Hidden Blade (Assassin's Creed) Deserves More Credit!youtu.be/G29lAkcEjuYCredits:“Does Dishonored's Folding Sword work?” by @NjordArtisan youtube.com/watch?v=uZsTFgfoZp4“Corvo's Folding Blade 科爾沃的摺疊刀” by @silentcottage3242 youtube.com/watch?v=A4WCu93nui0“DISHONORED 2 IN REAL LIFE! Corvo's Sword VS Grey Alien!” by @aliengoboom youtube.com/watch?v=U9xe-7fQ8AI“Dishonored ALL folding blade animations (with slow motion)” by @RedJimmy0626 youtube.com/watch?v=t06TszRgu0Ibladehq.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/LockBack1.jpg*** Music credits ***Outro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Social media ***tiktok.com/@skallnaniganstwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #fantasy #sword #dishonored
Why Giant Swords are Worse than Large Polearms IRL Skallagrim 2023-12-29 | Polearms can be big and (relatively) heavy too, although not as much as huge fantasy swords. They also have enormous reach and are cumbersome to carry. So what makes them significantly more practical than oversized metal paddles? Let's have a geeky chat about it. :)The previous video (Are Giant Swords Actually Good for Something IRL?):youtu.be/2LXVqii8hokYes, Giant Swords Existed, BUT...youtu.be/sAcCJM3LupkHow Greatswords Beat Pikes in Battle - Or Did They?youtu.be/ZhEkF9FV6AUElden Ring: How NOT to Use a Greatsword...youtu.be/WCbf0JbsaZgChinese "Greatswords" are... Different. (LK Chen Sword Review)youtu.be/urz8vhJpcIYAmazing Ways to Carry a Sword You Didn't Know! (satire)youtu.be/j_rbhwxcQisScythes! -- Tool vs. Weapon? -- History -- Fantasy -- Functionalityyoutu.be/9-3ugys--cQTurned the Reaper Scythe Into a War Scythe...youtu.be/W7NMmUy_erQ*** Music credits ***"Trick or Treat" by Hitctrlopengameart.org/content/trick-or-treatCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)Outro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Social media ***tiktok.com/@skallnaniganstwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #fantasy #swords #giantsword #greatsword #history #polearms #RPG #weapons
Christmas Eve Geek Hangout Skallagrim 2023-12-24 | Hope you're enjoying the holidays!*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and other rewards:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimsubscribestar.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinBooks about history and/or martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend (as an Amazon Affiliate I earn commission through these links):US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMAOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:http://ww4.aitsafe.com/go.htm?go=kultofathena.com&afid=28632&tm=14&im=1Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799*** Social media & merch ***How to contact me:youtube.com/user/SkallagrimNilsson/aboutSee a list of my video uploads:twitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTChannel-related shirts and other merch:http://skallagrim.spreadshirt.comteespring.com/stores/skallagrimMy side channel (for rambles, vlogs, opinions, gaming, etc):youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvg*** Music ***Intro song:"Illuminate" by Vindsveptvindsvept.bandcamp.com/track/illuminateOutro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordshttp://theslantedroom.weebly.com
Humpilations! - This Game Broke My Mind... Skallagrim 2023-12-22 | Things got a little weird, throughout the slow descent into confusion, paranoia, and madness.I mean, we ended up talking about snorting powdered mana crystals and searching for hidden stashes of magicrack in the walls... Apparently I can't handle finding all the secrets in Wizordum. It was fun though, lots of hilarious shenanigans.The game itself is a retro style, fantasy themed boomer shooter. Think Hexen and Heretic, with a mage throwing firewalls and wielding ice wands, but also smashing enemies with a flanged mace.store.steampowered.com/app/1715590/WizordumI also ended up talking about my favorite games, which is one of those frequently asked questions.*** Music credits ***Outro:"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Recordstheslantedroom.github.io/steve.yeeUsed with artist's permission*** Merch ***bonfire.com/store/skallswagIf you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804*** Support the channel ***Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:http://www.patreon.com/skallagrimyoutube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/joinOther ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links:Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:kultofathena.com/?koa=259Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtDBooks about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilssonCanada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA*** Social media ***tiktok.com/@skallnaniganstwitter.com/_Skallagrim_facebook.com/SkallagrimYTinstagram.com/skallagrim_yt#skallagrim #gaming #letsplay #fps #boomershooter #fantasy #magic #wizard #funny
