Uploaded October 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Wavy, undulating, "flame" blades are popular in fantasy for their unique, vicious appearance, and although not particularly common in real-life history, they did exist in different parts of the world. They meaning and practical value has often been discussed, although it's hard to be sure of anything.
I visited Matt Easton at his place to look a few antique kris blades (also an unusual Indian tulwar) and have a chat about potential reasons for shaping edged weapons like this. Originally we recorded at Tod's place but decided to re-do it because my mic refused to capture all of it.
@scholagladiatoria
@tods_workshop
*** Sources & Credits ***
Fascinating "wavy" grind on the A509 sword at the Wallace Collection (1550-1560) https://wallacelive.wallacecollection.org:443/eMP/eMuseumPlus?service=ExternalInterface&module=collection&objectId=61002
"Costume" armor from 1515 https://wallacelive.wallacecollection.org:443/eMP/eMuseumPlus?service=ExternalInterface&module=collection&objectId=60519
Undulating / serrated dussack, 1590-1610
https://wallacelive.wallacecollection.org:443/eMP/eMuseumPlus?service=ExternalInterface&module=collection&objectId=61208
Smallswords with "flamboyant" blades at the Royal Armouries, mid-late 18thC
royalarmouries.org/collection/object/object-37352
royalarmouries.org/collection/object/object-14950
Unique saber with "knobbed" blade, 17th & early 18thC
royalarmouries.org/collection/object/object-15030
Combination flintlock pistol & sword ("gunblade"), early 19thC
royalarmouries.org/collection/object/object-1825
Balinese / Filipino Moro kris and Renaissance European "flamberge" rapiers / two-handed greatswords
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Anciens_gardes_suisses_pontificaux_%C3%A0_Lausanne_3.jpg commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Kris_nomenclature.jpg
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/27372
commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?search=kris&title=Special:MediaSearch&go=Go&type=image&haslicense=unrestricted upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/2/2b/Flamberge_Klingen_Germany_Museum_Livrustkammaren.jpg
bidsquare.com/online-auctions/i-m-chait-gallery/indo-persian-talwar-flame-blade-sword-4890668
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Tiruchchirappalli_painting_Indra.jpg commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Wallace_sword.jpg commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Tv%C3%A5handssv%C3%A4rd_1600-talets_b%C3%B6rjan_Livrustkammaren_31050_MOD.jpg
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:
woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
GamerSupps powdered energy drinks and other stuff (I particularly like the SUS snack bars):
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I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery:
beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD
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Wavy, undulating, "flame" blades are popular in fantasy for their unique, vicious appearance, and although not particularly common in real-life history, they did exist in different parts of the world. They meaning and practical value has often been discussed, although it's hard to be sure of anything.
I visited Matt Easton at his place to look a few antique kris blades (also an unusual Indian tulwar) and have a chat about potential reasons for shaping edged weapons like this. Originally we recorded at Tod's place but decided to re-do it because my mic refused to capture all of it.
@scholagladiatoria
@tods_workshop
*** Sources & Credits ***
Fascinating "wavy" grind on the A509 sword at the Wallace Collection (1550-1560) https://wallacelive.wallacecollection.org:443/eMP/eMuseumPlus?service=ExternalInterface&module=collection&objectId=61002
"Costume" armor from 1515 https://wallacelive.wallacecollection.org:443/eMP/eMuseumPlus?service=ExternalInterface&module=collection&objectId=60519
Undulating / serrated dussack, 1590-1610
https://wallacelive.wallacecollection.org:443/eMP/eMuseumPlus?service=ExternalInterface&module=collection&objectId=61208
Smallswords with "flamboyant" blades at the Royal Armouries, mid-late 18thC
royalarmouries.org/collection/object/object-37352
royalarmouries.org/collection/object/object-14950
Unique saber with "knobbed" blade, 17th & early 18thC
royalarmouries.org/collection/object/object-15030
Combination flintlock pistol & sword ("gunblade"), early 19thC
royalarmouries.org/collection/object/object-1825
Balinese / Filipino Moro kris and Renaissance European "flamberge" rapiers / two-handed greatswords
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Anciens_gardes_suisses_pontificaux_%C3%A0_Lausanne_3.jpg commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Kris_nomenclature.jpg
metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/27372
commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?search=kris&title=Special:MediaSearch&go=Go&type=image&haslicense=unrestricted upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/2/2b/Flamberge_Klingen_Germany_Museum_Livrustkammaren.jpg
bidsquare.com/online-auctions/i-m-chait-gallery/indo-persian-talwar-flame-blade-sword-4890668
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Tiruchchirappalli_painting_Indra.jpg commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Wallace_sword.jpg commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Tv%C3%A5handssv%C3%A4rd_1600-talets_b%C3%B6rjan_Livrustkammaren_31050_MOD.jpg
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:
patreon.com/skallagrim
youtube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/join
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:
woodenswords.com/?Click=1799
GamerSupps powdered energy drinks and other stuff (I particularly like the SUS snack bars):
gamersupps.gg/Skall
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
