Skallagrim
A Real-Life Castlevania Throwing Cross in Medieval History!
updated
The travel channels I mention here:
NP Urbanlife
youtube.com/@npurbanlife5463
I Will Always Travel for Food
youtube.com/@IWillAlwaysTravelforFood
Nomad Push
youtube.com/@NomadPush
#skallagrim
*** Music credits ***
Outro:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
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Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:
kultofathena.com/?koa=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
Books about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:
US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilsson
Canada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA
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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. :)
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My taste test: youtu.be/0Wk3oPdfV70
Previous videos about the best weapons for a dwarf:
youtu.be/seih9n2MuYc
youtu.be/JQdR3MHXNI0
The swords shown here:
Ewart Park bronze sword by Neil Burridge
bronze-age-craft.com/swords_for_sale.htm
14th 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 Edge
kultofathena.com/product/devils-edge-qama-kindjal-high-carbon-steel-version/?koa=259
(AF)
Munich Town Guard sword by LK Chen
kultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-munich-town-guard-sword/?koa=259
(AF)
Tizona - 17th century Spanish cup-hilt rapier by LK Chen
kultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-tizona-17th-century-spanish-cup-hilt-rapier/?koa=259
(AF)
*** Sources / credits ***
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Halfling_Thief.png
sleeplessinstarsong.fandom.com/wiki/Halflings
dndbeyond.com/races/14-halfling#Subrace
dndbeyond.com/races/18-gnome
pixabay.com/illustrations/orc-ogre-fantasy-creature-5636526
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Three_Archers_and_a_Figure_with_a_Spear_MET_DP805693.jpg
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Yahua_Blowgun_Amazon_Iquitos_Peru.jpg
Music:
"Caketown" by Matthew Pablo
opengameart.org/content/caketown-cuteplayful
Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)
"RPG Exploration Level 1" by Hitctrl
opengameart.org/content/rpgexplorationlevel1
CC BY 3.0
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
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Other 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=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
Books about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:
US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilsson
Canada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA
*** Second channel / other social media ***
youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvg
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facebook.com/SkallagrimYT
instagram.com/skallagrim_yt
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The full test: youtu.be/kGIKkMRoFkU
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Other 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=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
Books about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:
US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilsson
Canada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA
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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 Sensei
youtube.com/watch?v=ScTnCzfV-lk
Picture sources:
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Shikomizue_1.JPG
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/36641
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/27615
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Campinas-20110324-00166.jpg
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Antique_Japanese_(samurai)_katana.jpg
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Wakizashi_2.JPG
the-saleroom.com/en-gb/auction-catalogues/canterbury-auction-galleries/catalogue-id-srcan10017/lot-1ce0513f-baea-43cb-a48a-a4ad011f65ca
new.uniquejapan.com/a-meiji-period-shikomizue-elite-samurai-cane-sword
commons.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 HorrorPen
opengameart.org/content/gray-trip
Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)
Outro:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
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Other 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=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
Books about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:
US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilsson
Canada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA
*** Second channel / other social media ***
youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvg
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facebook.com/SkallagrimYT
instagram.com/skallagrim_yt
#skallagrim #katana #shirasaya #shikomizue #samurai #kenjutsu
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/QYVIsMQPKzY
The videos I’m commenting on:
How to Throw Your Wakizashi to Fight (Musashi Did It Too) by @letsasksekisensei
youtube.com/watch?v=ryhKYIBq3IY
KATANA Throwing: Fact or Myth? by @AdamCeladin
youtube.com/watch?v=ZZaOC72t7qk
Historical sources:
wiktenauer.com/wiki/Fiore_de%27i_Liberi/Spear_vs._Other_Weapons
wiktenauer.com/wiki/Paulus_Hector_Mair
Dual wielding clubs and throwing one of them against a spear (Fiore de'i Liberi):
youtu.be/HhsYWPV1FbQ
About the effectiveness of throwing stars:
youtu.be/B_cerpDFbd4
*** Music credits ***
Outro:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
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Other 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=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
Books about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:
US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilsson
Canada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA
*** Second channel / other social media ***
youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvg
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facebook.com/SkallagrimYT
instagram.com/skallagrim_yt
#skallagrim #sword #swordfighting #katana #kenjutsu #HEMA
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/6vd6o1twMCk
Where to find it:
etsy.com/shop/SalahsArchery?section_id=47990590
The weapons:
Cold Steel Cheap Shot
amzn.to/3Uv9ZPd
15th century "munition" crossbow with goat's foot lever
duckduckgo.com/?q=cold+steel+cheap+shot&ia=web
Javelin by Arms & Armor
kultofathena.com/product/arms-armor-javelin/?koa=259
Affiliate link (AF)
1860 cavalry saber by LK Chen
kultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-us-1860-light-cavalry-saber/?koa=259
(AF)
youtu.be/x_lEBGgPUhs
Viking axe by Nils Ogren
nilsogren.com/axes
Review: youtu.be/m4BurxMf3F0
Flanged mace
kultofathena.com/product/flanged-mace-with-top-spike/?koa=259
(AF)
Warhammer and spear by Arms & Armor
[discontinued]
Gustav messer by Landsknecht Emporium
kultofathena.com/product/landsknecht-emporium-gustav-messer-beechwood-grip/?koa=259
kultofathena.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 Mind
opengameart.org/content/medieval-battle
thCC0 1.0 Universal (CC0 1.0) Public Domain
“Mystic Journey” by Tausdei
opengameart.org/content/mystic-journey
CC BY 3.0
"Little People At Work" by Horrorpen
opengameart.org/content/little-people-at-work-loop
CC BY 3.0
“Boss Fight” by Lisboa
opengameart.org/content/boss-fight-0
CC0 1.0
Outro:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
*** Merch ***
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If 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:
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Other 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=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
Books about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:
US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilsson
Canada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA
*** Second channel / other social media ***
youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvg
twitter.com/_Skallagrim_
facebook.com/SkallagrimYT
instagram.com/skallagrim_yt
#skallagrim #historical #shield #test #crossbow
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 guard
Blade 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 original
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/30905
Very similar design
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/30903
18th century
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/32739
18thC
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Sabel,_shamshir,_1800-talet,_Livrustkammaren_-_354.tiff
18th-19thC
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/30970
19thC
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/30975
Richly ornamented
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/31128
Almost identical weight
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Sabel_-_shamshir_-_Livrustkammaren_-_77113.tif
Fath Ali Shah
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Swords_of_Fath_Ali_Shah.jpg
Subtly but beautifully decorated
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Sv%C3%A4rd_med_Balja_-_Hallwylska_museet_-_86870.tif
Review of a similar saber (not as good): youtu.be/nd7L1GJ1GeE
A shield to go with this: youtu.be/6vd6o1twMCk
*** Music credits ***
"Mektaba" by Elerya
opengameart.org/content/mektaba
Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)
Outro:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
*** Merch ***
bonfire.com/store/skallswag
If 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:
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Other 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=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
Books about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:
US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilsson
Canada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA
*** Second channel / other social media ***
youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvg
twitter.com/_Skallagrim_
facebook.com/SkallagrimYT
instagram.com/skallagrim_yt
#skallagrim #sword #review
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=1799
The rapiers (affiliate links):
kultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-saxony-german-rapier/?koa=259
kultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-tizona-17th-century-spanish-cup-hilt-rapier/?koa=259
The historical images (and HEMA sources) can be found here:
manuscriptminiatures.com/tags
wiktenauer.com/wiki/Manuscripts
*** Music credits ***
Outro:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
*** Merch ***
bonfire.com/store/skallswag
If 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:
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Other 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=259
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
Books about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:
US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilsson
Canada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA
*** Second channel / other social media ***
youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvg
twitter.com/_Skallagrim_
facebook.com/SkallagrimYT
instagram.com/skallagrim_yt
#skallagrim #swordfighting #sword #hema #technique
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 Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
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Other 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=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
Books about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:
US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilsson
Canada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA
*** Second channel / other social media ***
youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvg
twitter.com/_Skallagrim_
facebook.com/SkallagrimYT
instagram.com/skallagrim_yt
#skallagrim #avgn #angryvideogamenerd #jamesrolfe #reaction #opinion #gaming #nerd
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=lh5aqlUUXug
Where the other clips are from:
Sickle to the Face... Yikes! (Goedendag too)
youtu.be/Wm1W0gYTt_0
Longsword, Rondel dagger, Mace, Axe vs. Zombie Head from ZGB
youtu.be/wD1MYWU2Leg
Medieval Weapons Tested on Modern Motorcycle Helmet
youtu.be/zjV5xnc04m8
What a Polehammer Does to a Motorcycle Helmet
youtu.be/It5EIRZ7jOE
16th century Italian mace by Windlass Steelcrafts
youtu.be/bOGslQWBgKc
*** Music credits ***
Outro:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
*** Merch ***
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If you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804
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Help fund future videos, get bonus content and access to an exclusive Discord server:
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Other 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=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
Books about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:
US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilsson
Canada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA
*** Second channel / other social media ***
youtube.com/channel/UCM7qhOYtW23jASfxTxCYvvg
twitter.com/_Skallagrim_
facebook.com/SkallagrimYT
instagram.com/skallagrim_yt
#skallagrim #medieval #weapons #kentuckyballistics #reaction #commentary #test
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 Chen
kultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-us-1860-light-cavalry-saber/?koa=259
(AF)
3.) Discontinued machete
youtu.be/Y0XlHfcn7Dk
4.) Medieval flanged mace
wulflund.com/weapons/axes-poleweapons/european-mace-with-wooden-handle-replica.html
Other related tests:
Could a Cutting Mat Save You from Cuts (Apocalypse Armor)?
youtu.be/uES0IHP-ODs
Cut resistant sleeve
youtu.be/sGMTlZP2Uko
Can socks and towels protect against sharp blades?
youtu.be/PfSYDU08XsY
"MAIL" Armor Like You've Never Seen Before!
youtu.be/JhmRFuMdbSA
Testing Post-Apocalyptic Gear: Duct Tape Armor!
youtu.be/WgCjm7qL-YY
What a Medieval Polehammer Does to a Motorcycle Helmet
youtu.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 3.0
youtube.com/c/WhiteBatAudio/videos
Outro:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
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Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
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00:00 - 00:50 Blunt sword vs. shield
00:50 - 03:09 Sharp saber & machete
03:09 - 04:09 Flanged mace
04:09 - 06:03 Escalating the force...
06:03 - 07:21 Review of the results
07:21 - 08:42 When sharp blades beat bludgeons
08:42 - How to improve this design
#skallagrim #selfdefense #shield #selfdefensetools #hema #test #review
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_QBM
Could a Cutting Mat Save You from Cuts (Apocalypse Armor)?
youtu.be/uES0IHP-ODs
Testing Post-Apocalyptic Gear: Duct Tape Armor!
youtu.be/WgCjm7qL-YY
The Best Sword for Post-Apocalyptic Self-Defense?
youtu.be/PHq6B4FbvXY
Worst Improvised Weapons for a Zombie Apocalypse...
youtu.be/7c-gvXf7skc
Yes, Gunblades Are Real, BUT...
youtu.be/hRXj4o_fZHc
An Introduction to Black Powder and Comparison to Smokeless Powder
youtu.be/8fNxHeM3OQI
The Dumbest RWBY Weapon... Not What You Expect!
youtu.be/wr-hdZQZ9N0
*** Music credits ***
Post-apocalyptic music by Alexandr Zhelanov
opengameart.org/content/post-apocalypse-more-music-inside#comment-form
Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)
Outro:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
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kultofathena.com/?koa=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
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This 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.
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kultofathena.com/?koa=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
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#skallagrim #sword #comedy #satire #spoof
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=1
Testing an undecorated version of this shield:
youtu.be/HlHk2z3GtEQ
*** Sources ***
Original Kalkan
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Drevnosti_RG_v3_ill066-67_-_Kalkan_Trostnik.jpg
royalarmouries.org/collection/object/object-1673
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Hermitage_room_65_-_Eastern_Weapons_68.jpg
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Tarcza_turecka_(ka%C5%82kan)_replika.jpg
Vietnamese rattan shield
mandarinmansion.com/item/vietnamese-rattan-shield
Tibetan shield, 14th-16th century
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/26530
*** Music credits ***
Outro:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
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kultofathena.com/?koa=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
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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 Tools
youtu.be/PHq6B4FbvXY
zombietools.net/collections/blades/products/the-legionnaire
zombietools.net/collections/blades/products/the-reaver-cleaver
The Gustav by Landsknecht Emporium
youtu.be/mA9aQzachJ0
kultofathena.com/?s=gustav&post_type=product&dgwt_wcas=1/?koa=259
(affiliate link)
Kilij by Swordbuy
youtu.be/nd7L1GJ1GeE
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Merciless Destruction of a Cheap Katana (Viewer Request)
youtu.be/EW3m88DMqzQ
Can You Cut a Sword in Half with Bullets?
youtu.be/zv-TXH0x70I
*** Music credits ***
"Spirit Waltz" by Horrorpen
opengameart.org/content/spirit-waltz
Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)
"De*th is Just Another Path" (Youtube doesn't like that word) by Otto Halmén
opengameart.org/users/otto-halm%C3%A9n
CC BY 3.0
"Wandering Merchant" by Tausdei
opengameart.org/content/wandering-merchant
CC BY 3.0
Outro:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
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Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:
kultofathena.com/?koa=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
Books about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:
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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 Epona
wulflund.com/chakri-a-small-chakram-1-piece
Large version
wulflund.com/chakram-1-piece
Top dog knife / spike, designed for no-spin throws
wulflund.com/top-dog-throwing-knife
Cool trick shots by @AdamCeladin
youtube.com/watch?v=bApY7JeEtXE
M48 kama (affiliate link)
amzn.to/43LpW88
Review: youtu.be/sCVb7iuVx5Y
SOG fasthawk, a "tactical" tomahawk (affiliate link)
amzn.to/4cYW9gz
Not tested in this video, but mentioned: Hurlbat (affiliate link)
kultofathena.com/product/devils-edge-hurlbat/?koa=259
Saw blade tested on ballistic dummy head
youtu.be/B_cerpDFbd4
Real historical throwing crosses (yes, like in Castlevania)
youtu.be/NGi7fcl0vPQ
Practicing no-spin throws
youtu.be/tIPw_2rkQt4
The video I've made about the antique chakram / chakkar / quoit
youtu.be/klImSddcwfk
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kultofathena.com/?koa=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
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*** Music credits ***
"Little People At Work" by Horrorpen
opengameart.org/content/little-people-at-work-loop
Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)
Outro:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
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*** Time stamps ***
00:00 - 00:34 Shenanigans
00:34 - 00:52 Infinity Knife
00:52 - 01:12 Chakram vs. knife
01:12 - 02:47 Benefits of larger throwing implements
02:47 - 03:44 The challenge with knives
03:44 - 04:03 The solution: no-spin technique
04:03 - 04:35 Improvised throwing tool: saw blade
04:35 - 04:54 Support
04:54 - 09:27 Chakram tests
09:27 - 12:09 The historical method & effectiveness
12:09 - 13:48 Ease of carry
13:48 - 14:45 Antique original vs. reproduction
14:45 - 16:08 Which is the best throwing weapon?
16:08 Outtakes
*** Tags ***
#skallagrim #chakram #xena #fantasy #history #throwingknife #throwing #weapons
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
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kultofathena.com/?koa=259
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http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
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The full video about the best non-metal weapons from real-life history::
youtu.be/yMgd2KxhcLY
Music:
“RPG Ambient 2” by Hitctrl
opengameart.org/content/rpgambient2
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kultofathena.com/?koa=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
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You want to know which is the superior sword in all of history? Well, here it is.
*** Credits ***
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/27016
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/26748?exhibitionId=%7Bf7a75a7e-4de5-4cc5-8379-56087e8600f7%7D&%3Boid=26748&%3Bpkgids=474&%3Bpg=0&%3Brpp=20&%3Bpos=12&%3Bft=*&offset=20
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/22935
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/22941
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/22939
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Tysk_v%C3%A4rja_fr%C3%A5n_cirka_1645_-_Skoklosters_slott_-_97159.tif
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:V%C3%A4rja,_1660_-_Livrustkammaren_-_100729.tif
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Hedersv%C3%A4rja_-_Livrustkammaren_-_31044.tif
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Chateau_Versailles_Galerie_des_Glaces.jpg
"RPG - The Last Sylph" by Hitctrl
opengameart.org/content/rpg-the-last-sylph
Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)
Super Castlevania IV intro music, composed by Masanori Adachi and Taro Kudo
Wood Carving Partita (Castlevania Symphony of the Night), composed by Michiru Yamane,
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kultofathena.com/?koa=259
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http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
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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 Dewey
youtube.com/watch?v=ggMfgiwBboE
The Rollbot is INCREDIBLE by Brandon Mccaghren
youtube.com/watch?v=wuV3hG4fC0U
KENJUTSU fight with steel Katana! by Weaponism
youtube.com/watch?v=w54sOrjyHfQ
Outro:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
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kultofathena.com/?koa=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
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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_fZHc
youtu.be/WMG9_VS2hNw
How the "Skalchion" was made:
youtube.com/watch?v=3cOD0LeOeWo
*** Sources / credits ***
$105M Tachi
https://worldart.news/2021/11/04/100-million-samurai-tachi-the-most-expensive-sword-in-the-world/
mediabiasfactcheck.com/forbes
Sword of Chinese emperor Qianglong (18th century), sold for $7.7M
wealthygorilla.com/most-expensive-swords
Napoleon Bonaparte’s sword
worldrecordacademy.com/business/napoleon_sword_sold_for_world_record_price_70218.htm
Examples of heavy corrosion
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:072_Wikingerschwert_(9.-10._Jh.)_aus_dem_Arch%C3%A4ologische_Museum_Krakau..JPG
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Derby_Museum_Viking_Sword.jpg
10th century Viking sword
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/24832
Longsword from Arsenal of Alexandria collection, before 1419
vipartfair.com/most-expensive-swords
Italian or Spanish sword, 1500
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/35716
3000 year old bronze sword, perfectly preserved
smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/bronze-age-sword-germany-180982399
Ax-Pistol of Grand Duke Ferdinand I de' Medici, 1580
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/25098
Sword with wheellock pistol, 1575
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/27926
Medieval prices and income
thehistoryofengland.co.uk/resource/medieval-prices-and-wages
The Time Traveler’s Guide to Medieval England by Ian Mortimer
Paperback: amzn.to/3IRwl7Y
Audiobook: amzn.to/3IO2BZA
Ceremonial sword
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Ceremonial_Sword_Lord_Lieutenants_of_Ireland.jpg
Background music:
"Winds of Stories" by Horror Pen
opengameart.org/content/winds-of-stories
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"Wandering Merchant" by Tausdei
opengameart.org/content/wandering-merchant
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Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:
kultofathena.com/?koa=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
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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 Hitctrl
opengameart.org/content/rpg-the-cavern-of-wonders
Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)
"Water Temple" by El Corleo
opengameart.org/content/water-temple
CC BY 3.0
Outro:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
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Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:
kultofathena.com/?koa=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
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Canada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA
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Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:
kultofathena.com/?koa=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
Books about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:
US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilsson
Canada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA
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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 Marsden
youtu.be/Z19hR04Ckb8
My Sword Fighting Journey and the Skill Gap in HEMA
youtu.be/fZDlRQZb5us
Longsword and Saber/Messer Sparring With Commentary (7 April 2019)
youtu.be/WUdanDhU-qo
The Power of a Covered Thrust (Longsword Technique)
youtu.be/hJ8n5A35P1Q
Are Hands Hits in Sword Sparring REALLY No Big Deal?
youtu.be/Ffqpr6WPkqg
I Had HIGH Expectations for These Gauntlets...
youtu.be/0JWV5aSaY4I
The Best Gloves for Longsword Sparring (As of April 2018)
youtu.be/B51wK1-bJNU
*** Music credits ***
Outro:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
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Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:
kultofathena.com/?koa=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
Books about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:
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What I used in this video:
Chakram by Wulflund
wulflund.com/chakri-a-small-chakram-1-piece
Baryonyx machete (no longer available)
youtu.be/Y0XlHfcn7Dk
Shirasaya katana by Hanwei
kultofathena.com/product/hanwei-bamboo-stick-katana/?koa=259
Viking axe
nilsogren.com/axes
Other improvised armor testing:
Duct tape
youtu.be/WgCjm7qL-YY
Glued paper
youtu.be/JhmRFuMdbSA
Book in a backpack
youtu.be/HBZfnJFECCM
*** Music credits ***
Outro:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
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Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:
kultofathena.com/?koa=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
Books about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:
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#skallagrim #postapocalyptic #armor #test
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-manaus
https://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=wapp
Relevant videos:
UNARMED vs. SWORD Defense is Just Fantasy (Mostly)
youtu.be/eSogLx7QQjc
Sword Against Bat / Maglite / Crowbar? (Home Intruder)
youtu.be/OsrfxqPcqx4
Would Historical Martial Arts be Useful in Modern Self-Defense?
youtu.be/69972GdTyXQ
SICKLE vs. SWORD... It's Intense.
youtu.be/ndbRB0W5bQg
The Most Irresponsible Sword Incident I've Ever Seen
youtu.be/LVGhyG2F0-I
*** Music credits ***
Outro:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
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Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:
kultofathena.com/?koa=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
Books about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:
US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilsson
Canada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA
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#skallagrim #sword #attack #news #selfdefense #martialarts #katana #reaction
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 fight
youtube.com/watch?v=Xe0zBKhzjDk
Articles
lawandcrime.com/lawsuit/im-in-trouble-lawsuit-filed-after-student-suffers-deep-cut-by-samurai-sword-bought-by-teacher-in-school-sponsored-sword-fighting
abqjournal.com/news/teacher-encourages-sword-fight-at-volcano-vista-suit-alleges/article_958224bc-d690-11ee-abdd-0fc15d8986b8.html
If you want protective gear for SAFE sword practice (affiliate link):
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
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Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc:
kultofathena.com/?koa=259
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
Books about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:
US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilsson
Canada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA
Outro music:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
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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 Hanwei
kultofathena.com/product/hanwei-bamboo-stick-katana/?koa=259
Tizona - 17th century Spanish cup-hilt rapier by LK Chen
kultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-tizona-17th-century-spanish-cup-hilt-rapier/?koa=259
Saxony German rapier by LK Chen
kultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-saxony-german-rapier/?koa=259
Munich Town Guard sword by LK Chen
kultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-munich-town-guard-sword/?koa=259
Video credits:
How Would a Katana Swordmaster Fight with a Rapier? by @letsasksekisensei
youtube.com/watch?v=bMTs3LQKtNw
Katana vs Rapier Sparring - Burak vs Nick by @AcademyofHistoricalFencing
youtube.com/watch?v=w2A_NISUX-w
Related videos:
Can a Rapier Defeat Mail Armor? - Let's Test and Find Out!
youtu.be/L_EGoLvsaeY
Why Some Rapiers are "Too" Flexible... (Are They?)
youtu.be/mNZIj_r696Q
The Most Expensive Sword I've Ever Reviewed!
youtu.be/M_n6fLHWnFo
Katana VS Longsword... The Truth Ain't so Sad!
youtu.be/5ZTGZ7X0BTw
Stabby Time! - Straight vs. Curved Swords on Ballistic Gel
youtu.be/jBZ9Y1KSkos
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*** Music credits ***
Outro:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
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Shop through my affiliate links:
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kultofathena.com/?koa=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
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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" Helmet
youtu.be/frcRHpf_sn4
Tests of reproduction helmets (2016)
Part 1: youtu.be/Z1KJAeJj3Pc
Part 2: youtu.be/VOSmJbzUgCA
Part 3: youtu.be/hyVnPGCdnok
Part 4: youtu.be/G4Umh-pa7FA
Part 5: youtu.be/l47Idc7anG4
Driftwood Club VS 1mm Mild Steel Helmet - Skall Smash!
youtu.be/-DgIKB2ZmMA
Can a 350lb Medieval Crossbow Penetrate Steel Helmets? (16 / 14ga)
youtu.be/UqGZl5MVFPg
Is Armor REALLY Impervious to Sword Blows?
youtu.be/gTt1igYG9LM
Why Armor Did Not Make Knights (Fully) Invulnerable...
youtu.be/41eHAHnLKEY
*** Sources / Credits ***
Kabutowari (helmet splitting) test from 1987
youtube.com/watch?v=vHKzbe60hXM
Katana vs Steel Samurai Helmet (Kabutowari) Lords of the Blades Ep.1 by @AdamCeladin
youtube.com/watch?v=c-1Ujn3lbcA
Highly detailed depiction of knights fighting, 1370-1380
manuscriptminiatures.com/4365/16797#image
Chris Caple, The Yarm Helmet (2020)
durham-repository.worktribe.com/preview/1247660/33082.pdf
manuscriptminiatures.com
wiktenauer.com
Corinthian bronze helmet
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/703054
Knightly nasal helmet, 13th century
greatestcollectibles.com/authentic-knightly-nasal-helmet-13th-century
Bascinet, ca 1400
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/34272
Armet, ca 1440
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/24686
Visored sallet, 1475
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/21982
Fancy visored design from 1535
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/24667
Burgonet, 17th century
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/27083
Montefortino bronze helmet with obvious battle damage
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Casco_It%C3%A1lico-Montefortino_de_la_Necr%C3%B3polis_de_Pozo_Moro_-_M.A.N.jpg
romancoins.info/MilitaryEquipment-Helmet-buggenum.html
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Roman_iron_and_gold_helmet_(FindID_509553).jpg
Corroded iron nasal helmet
tinyurl.com/2j8v7sr2
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:NHM_-_Novo_Mesto_Negauhelm.jpg
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Rothenburg_Museum_-_Nasalhelm_2.jpg
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Coppergate_Helmet_YORCM_CA665-009.jpg
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Strongman_Champions_League_in_Gibraltar_07.jpg
Intro music:
"Wandering Merchant" by Tausdei
opengameart.org/content/wandering-merchant
Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)
Outro music:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
*** Time Stamps ***
00:00 - 00:28 The armor slicing trope
00:28 - 01:44 Medieval paintings and weird stuff
01:44 - 03:24 A highly detailed, realistic image of fighting knights
03:24 - 04:24 Available evidence: original armor
04:24 - 04:54 Real battle damage on surviving helmets
04:54 - 06:10 Variety of helmets in history & their thicknesses
06:10 - 08:07 Practical testing / how hard did they hit in battle?
08:07 - 08:33 Limiting factor: The sword
08:33 - 09:40 WHERE you hit matters!
09:40 - 10:38 Kabutowari (cutting a Japanese helmet with a katana)
10:38 Conclusion
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kultofathena.com/?koa=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
Books about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:
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Canada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA
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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.
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The swords shown here (affiliate links):
"Gustav" and "Adorian" messer by Landsknecht Emporium
kultofathena.com/product/landsknecht-emporium-gustav-messer-beechwood-grip/?koa=259
kultofathena.com/product/landsknecht-emporium-gustav-messer-with-scabbard-beechwood-grip/?koa=259
kultofathena.com/product/landsknecht-emporium-adorian-messer/?koa=259
kultofathena.com/product/landsknecht-emporium-adorian-messer-with-halftan-leather-sheath/?koa=259
"Flying Phoenix" Han jian by LK Chen
kultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-flying-phoenix-han-jian-2/?koa=259
Practice 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/RaeBXJMnVTI
Knife or Sword?
youtu.be/jtIHDxaq6aU
Longsword and Saber/Messer Sparring With Commentary
youtu.be/WUdanDhU-qo
Test cutting with Swordsage
youtu.be/0QXxWxti6ks
*** Sources ***
Hand-and-a-half sword, 15th century
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/25628
Chinese mounted sword with Japanese blade
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/23387
Daishō (Katana & wakizashi)
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/27789
Qing Dynasty military sword
mandarinmansion.com/item/large-qing-military-sword
Burmese dha
mandarinmansion.com/item/plain-dha
Swiss hand-and-a-half sword
https://www.artic.edu/artworks/116962/hand-and-a-half-sword
Hand-and-a-half saber
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/27428
Fighting manuscript by Fiore de’i Liberi, around 1400
wiktenauer.com/wiki/Fiore_de%27i_Liberi
Messer manuscripts
wiktenauer.com/wiki/Category:Messer
Pommel
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/27619
Lóngquán jiàn
mandarinmansion.com/item/good-late-qing-longquan-jian
*** Music credits ***
"Winds of Stories" by Horror Pen
opengameart.org/content/winds-of-stories
Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)
"Medieval Town" by Syncopika
opengameart.org/content/medieval-town
CC BY 3.0
Outro:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
*** Merch ***
bonfire.com/store/skallswag
If you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804
Other 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=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
Books about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend:
US - amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilsson
Canada - amzn.to/2HeOCMA
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facebook.com/SkallagrimYT
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#skallagrim #sword #history
youtube.com/@ModernKnight/videos
Part 2 of this conversation: youtube.com/watch?v=MHbKXVnKp5s
Let 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 Intro
01:36 - 03:58 The challenge of hitting the target (and not your horse)
03:58 - 05:01 How a horseman's pick works
05:01 - 05:43 Direction of the swing
05:43 - 10:22 Cut or thrust | power vs. accuracy
10:22 - 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 protection
23:09 - 28:15 Changing customs, values, and technology
28:15 What if leaders had to fight in wars?
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ARROWS vs ARMOUR - Medieval Myth Busting by Tod's Workshop
youtu.be/DBxdTkddHaE?si=0zAn-86qCl69eDs9
My playlist of videos about armor:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxClq4a6GD70k2oqBV3jBEIW0M_znFYxH
Background music:
“Medieval Rondo” by Marcelofg55
opengameart.org/content/medieval-rondo
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kultofathena.com/?koa=259
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Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
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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 Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
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kultofathena.com/?koa=259
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Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
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https://linktr.ee/ironlily
twitter.com/vanishlily
Partial 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. :D
Of 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-sxeM
Relevant videos:
Barbarian Bikini Armor - Ridiculous or Sort of "Realistic"?
youtu.be/itOd4_TwPX8
Is Armor REALLY Impervious to Sword Blows?
youtu.be/gTt1igYG9LM
Who Would Win: Armored Knight or SPIKY STICK?
youtu.be/ty75vg3FkGw
Armor / Damage Types in RPGs Compared to Real Life
youtu.be/oksogPN6bAc
*** Sources / credits ***
pinterest.ca/pin/414683078169103799
clevelandart.org/art/1916.1714
clevelandart.org/art/1916.1816
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Lansquenets._(1512)_(NYPL_b14896507-89684).tif
manuscriptminiatures.com
Outro music:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
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kultofathena.com/?koa=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
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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 Tools
zombietools.net/collections/blades/products/the-legionnaire
Shortsword VB Feder, Oakshott Type 14, I.33 from Purpleheart Armory (affiliate link)
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Adorian (messer) by Landsknecht Emporium (affiliate links)
kultofathena.com/product/landsknecht-emporium-adorian-messer/?koa=259
kultofathena.com/product/landsknecht-emporium-adorian-messer-with-halftan-leather-sheath/?koa=259
Pappenheimer rapier and custom parrying dagger ("main gauche") by Darkwood Armory
rapiers.darkwoodarmory.com/product/pappenheimer-style-rapier
14th century medieval knight's rondel dagger by Tod Cutler (affiliate link)
kultofathena.com/product/tod-cutler-14th-century-medieval-english-knights-rondel-dagger/?koa=259
Ewart Park bronze sword by Neil Burridge
bronze-age-craft.com/swords_for_sale.htm
1860 light cavalry saber by LK Chen (affiliate link)
kultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-us-1860-light-cavalry-saber/?koa=259
Related videos:
The Best Sword for Post-Apocalyptic Self-Defense?
youtu.be/PHq6B4FbvXY
This "Long Knife" Will Put a Smile on Your Face... (Sword Review)
youtu.be/cA7XUjuMlBU
Will This $250 Yatagan Make the Cut? (Sword Review)
youtu.be/vX_8RWBkVQQ
Review: Swiss Degen / Baselard Reproduction - Beautiful Craftsmanship by Lukas Mästle-Goer
youtu.be/C7z4pvHYWBI
*** Music credits ***
"EDM is not my thing" by Snabish
opengameart.org/content/edm-is-not-my-thing
Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)
Outro:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
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kultofathena.com/?koa=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
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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_fZHc
5 Historical Weapons That Look Like Fantasy
youtu.be/pJDrjWfzsVA
Another 5 Odd Historical Blades That Look Like Fantasy
youtu.be/5X8ytmjvNg4
Fighting with Sword & Pistol: Really Just Fantasy?
youtu.be/zWJgYL91tJA
The Weirdest Combination Weapons in History
youtu.be/WMG9_VS2hNw
Okay, Let's Talk Pommels and Rightly Ending
youtu.be/VCRE0Wk4F2o
*** Sources & credits ***
3D animation by Ace the Super Villain
cgtrader.com/3d-models?author=AcetheSuperVillain
amzn.to/3SPhdhi
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Codex_L%C3%B6ffelholz
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Landsknektssv%C3%A4rd_(imitation)_s.k._katzbalger_-_Livrustkammaren_-_391-negative.tif
warfarehistorynetwork.com/article/the-wheel-lock-history-of-the-pistol
cambridge.org/core/services/aop-cambridge-core/content/view/4250C631061794E70DDF02883CFB1EC6/S088376940003935Xa.pdf/div-class-title-the-manufacture-of-screws-div.pdf
https://www.artic.edu/artworks/106204/walking-stick-hammer-sword-wheellock-pistol
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/25098
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Roman_caltrop.jpg
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Roman_Iron_Sword_in_Scabbard_%26_Iron_Caltrop_(42314791555).jpg
freesound.org/people/Jay_You/sounds/467243
Background music (intro skit):
"Assassin's Assault" by Horror Pen
opengameart.org/content/assasins-assault
Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)
Outro:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
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kultofathena.com/?koa=259
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Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
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Some 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 Chen
kultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-saxony-german-rapier/?koa=259
Munich Town Guard sword by LK Chen
kultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-munich-town-guard-sword/?koa=259
Tizona - 17th century Spanish cup-hilt rapier by LK Chen
kultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-tizona-17th-century-spanish-cup-hilt-rapier/?koa=259
Pappenheimer by Darkwood Armory
rapiers.darkwoodarmory.com/product/pappenheimer-ii-stars-and-clovers
Testing them against riveted mail
youtu.be/L_EGoLvsaeY
*** Sources and credits ***
"How FLEXIBLE are Real Antique RAPIERS? From Renaissance to Industrial Revolution" by @scholagladiatoria
youtube.com/watch?v=5qeZPNYVNJQ
German Estoc, early 1500s
clevelandart.org/art/1916.686
French smallsword, ca. 1720
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/22936
Music:
Outtakes
"Little People At Work" by Horrorpen
opengameart.org/content/little-people-at-work-loop
Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)
“Imminent Threat” by Matthew Pablo
opengameart.org/content/imminent-threat
Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Outro
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
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kultofathena.com/?koa=259
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Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
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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=259
kultofathena.com/product/tod-cutler-14th-century-medieval-english-knights-rondel-dagger/?koa=259
The full video (testing different rapiers against riveted mail):
youtu.be/L_EGoLvsaeY
Background music:
"Medieval: The Old Tower Inn" by Random Mind
opengameart.org/content/medieval-the-old-tower-inn
CC0 1.0 Universal Public Domain
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kultofathena.com/?koa=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
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*** Time stamps ***
00:00 - 00:49 Quick introduction to mail ("chainmail")
00:49 - 01:14 The setup
01:14 - 02:08 16thC rapier - 1st test
02:08 - 03:10 Town Guard sidesword - 1st test
03:10 - 05:07 17thC Cup-hilt rapier - 1st test
05:07 - 06:28 Rondel dagger
06:28 - 06:57 Sidesword - 2nd attempt
06:57 - 08:13 Rapiers - 2nd attempt
08:13 Historical background / discussion
#skallagrim #history #armor #medieval #knights #dagger #test #chainmail
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_8
Old vs. New - Bows and Crossbows tested on Butted and Riveted Mail Armor ("Chainmail")
youtu.be/eYsr81y0Aeo
Which Shoots Hardest? - Measuring Velocity & Energy of Bows / Crossbows
youtu.be/bqqnYOYF7Po
Medieval Crossbows: Not That Easy to Use (vs. Modern)
youtu.be/TaQToSdIlmw
Can I "Parry" a Medieval Crossbow Bolt with a Sword?
youtu.be/6lYoMwXtpNA
*** Sources / credits ***
deviantart.com/mrtannerwhite/art/Wrist-crossbow-267189517
Tod of Todsstuff shooting an early medieval twelfth century
youtube.com/watch?v=r-8DQYLjHJE
Rapid Fire Crossbows - Medieval and Modern
youtube.com/watch?v=7uL0U2Zq3Ro
Wrist Mounted Crossbow with integrated cocking lever
youtube.com/watch?v=pH7c_MpNq9M
WeaponCollector's Wrist Crossbow
youtube.com/watch?v=dqyT9JLyeKc
Double-shot sling powered wrist crossbow
youtube.com/watch?v=8Y6dZuyyE88
How powerful are pistol crossbows? (ft/lbs chronograph test results)
youtube.com/watch?v=O1Pr3MdDzYY
chuckhawks.com/handgun_recoil_table.htm
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/27510
Demon Hunter by Glenn Rane
glennrane.artstation.com/projects/lqE1Y
MS13 Wrist Crossbow by London224
renderosity.com/marketplace/products/101912/ms13-wrist-crossbow
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:PistolCrossbow122.jpg
Outro music:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
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kultofathena.com/?koa=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
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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=259
Saxony German rapier by LK Chen
kultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-saxony-german-rapier/?koa=259
Munich Town Guard sword by LK Chen
kultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-munich-town-guard-sword/?koa=259
Tizona - 17th century Spanish cup-hilt rapier by LK Chen
kultofathena.com/product/lk-chen-tizona-17th-century-spanish-cup-hilt-rapier/?koa=259
14th century medieval knight's rondel dagger by Tod Cutler
kultofathena.com/product/tod-cutler-14th-century-medieval-english-knights-rondel-dagger/?koa=259
*** Sources / credits ***
manuscriptminiatures.com
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/34324
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/31956
clevelandart.org/art/1916.1971
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/31956
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:European_(German_or_Swiss%3F),_early_16th_century_-_Bishop%27s_Mantle_(Cape)_-_1921.1256_-_Cleveland_Museum_of_Art.tif
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/34331
Background music:
"Historic Renaissance music from 1597: If my complaints could passions move” by John Dowland / Of Far Different Nature
opengameart.org/content/historic-renaissance-music-from-1597-if-my-complaints-could-passions-move-by-john-dowland
CC0 1.0 Universal
Outro:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
*** Other armor tests ***
Arms & Armor 12th Century Spear VS. Riveted Mail and Ballistic Gel
youtu.be/NGSL7XApz2s
"MAIL" Armor Like You've Never Seen Before!
youtu.be/JhmRFuMdbSA
Testing Post-Apocalyptic Gear: Duct Tape Armor!
youtu.be/WgCjm7qL-YY
Medieval Crossbows vs. Breastplate and Lamellar Armor
youtu.be/XMT6hjwY8NQ
Could SOCKS and TOWELS Protect You Against BLADES?
youtu.be/PfSYDU08XsY
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Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
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*** Time stamps ***
00:00 - 00:49 Quick introduction to mail ("chainmail")
00:49 - 01:14 The setup
01:14 - 02:08 16thC rapier - 1st test
02:08 - 03:10 Town Guard sidesword - 1st test
03:10 - 05:07 17thC Cup-hilt rapier - 1st test
05:07 - 06:28 Rondel dagger
06:28 - 06:57 Sidesword - 2nd attempt
06:57 - 08:13 Rapiers - 2nd attempt
08:13 Historical background / discussion
#skallagrim #history #armor #medieval #knights #renaissance #sword #rapier
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-45242
pixabay.com/videos/tv-noise-damage-glitch-tv-noise-40487
pixabay.com/illustrations/gothic-fantasy-forest-path-gate-4720725
Outro:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
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Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
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Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
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The swords in this video:
Type XVIIIc Alexandria longsword by Balaur Arms
kultofathena.com/product/balaur-arms-15th-century-type-xviiic-alexandria-sword/?koa=259
Renaissance side sword by Kingston Arms
kultofathena.com/product/renaissance-side-sword/?koa=259
Relevant videos:
How Fantasy Sword Fighting Lacks Subtlety
youtu.be/gWBgmbL78Tc
The SAFEST Way to Fight with Swords?
youtu.be/A1-tinolT_4
*** Music credits ***
Outro:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
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kultofathena.com/?koa=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
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#skallagrim #sword #swordfighting #hema #historical #martialarts #fantasy
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_my1o8
typemoon.fandom.com/wiki/Mash_Kyrielight#cite_note-Lostroom-4
Fighting 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/shorts
Relevant videos:
How to Defeat the Dramatic Sword Clash
youtu.be/acaixdEKdCU
Dual Wielding Shields - Could THIS Make it Practical IRL?
youtu.be/ZCawSBgz8Bc
History's Best Shield! Can You Guess?
youtu.be/kmyLEcfoEik
*** Credits ***
Battle Chasers: Nightwar Mercuri
battlechasersnightwar.fandom.com/wiki/Mercuri
Tali by SpaceMAXMarine
deviantart.com/spacemaxmarine/art/Dat-Tali-454491625
Urbosa by Vash Perado
deviantart.com/vashperado/art/Urbosa-697397549
Dungeon Fighter Online female necromancer
dfoneople.com/news/updates/2106/Neo:-Necromancer
Music:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
"Impossible Sequences" by Snabish
opengameart.org/content/impossible-sequences
Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)
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kultofathena.com/?koa=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
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#skallagrim #anime #rant #fight #fantasy #weapons #fategrandorder #reaction
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kultofathena.com/?koa=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
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kultofathena.com/?koa=259
Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords:
http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
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The Hidden Blade (Assassin's Creed) Deserves More Credit!
youtu.be/G29lAkcEjuY
Credits:
“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=t06TszRgu0I
bladehq.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/LockBack1.jpg
*** Music credits ***
Outro:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
Used with artist's permission
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Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
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#skallagrim #fantasy #sword #dishonored
The previous video (Are Giant Swords Actually Good for Something IRL?):
youtu.be/2LXVqii8hok
Yes, Giant Swords Existed, BUT...
youtu.be/sAcCJM3Lupk
How Greatswords Beat Pikes in Battle - Or Did They?
youtu.be/ZhEkF9FV6AU
Elden Ring: How NOT to Use a Greatsword...
youtu.be/WCbf0JbsaZg
Chinese "Greatswords" are... Different. (LK Chen Sword Review)
youtu.be/urz8vhJpcIY
Amazing Ways to Carry a Sword You Didn't Know! (satire)
youtu.be/j_rbhwxcQis
Scythes! -- Tool vs. Weapon? -- History -- Fantasy -- Functionality
youtu.be/9-3ugys--cQ
Turned the Reaper Scythe Into a War Scythe...
youtu.be/W7NMmUy_erQ
*** Music credits ***
"Trick or Treat" by Hitctrl
opengameart.org/content/trick-or-treat
Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 license (CC BY 3.0)
Outro:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
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Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
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*** Music ***
Intro song:
"Illuminate" by Vindsvept
vindsvept.bandcamp.com/track/illuminate
Outro:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
http://theslantedroom.weebly.com
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/Wizordum
I 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 Records
theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee
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Want to treat your face fluff? I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
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#skallagrim #gaming #letsplay #fps #boomershooter #fantasy #magic #wizard #funny