Alexander DarwinEvery fantasy / sci-fi author imagines scenes from their book as a Final Fantasy game... right? Well here it is: scenes straight from the story translated directly into 90s style jRPG animation!
I've loved Final Fantasy and a variety of jRPGs since I was a kid, and the Combat Codes is heavily influenced by the storytelling style of these games. You'll find all sorts of jRPG elements in the Combat Codes, from the combination of tech and magical elements, the large diverse cast of characters, mechs and even chocobos! And of course the Combat Codes includes a variety of realistic mixed martial arts styles and techniques.
The Combat Codes jRPGAlexander Darwin2023-06-02 | Every fantasy / sci-fi author imagines scenes from their book as a Final Fantasy game... right? Well here it is: scenes straight from the story translated directly into 90s style jRPG animation!
I've loved Final Fantasy and a variety of jRPGs since I was a kid, and the Combat Codes is heavily influenced by the storytelling style of these games. You'll find all sorts of jRPG elements in the Combat Codes, from the combination of tech and magical elements, the large diverse cast of characters, mechs and even chocobos! And of course the Combat Codes includes a variety of realistic mixed martial arts styles and techniques.
In a world where battle-hardened warriors determine the fate of empires, war-ravaged nations seek out a new champion in the first book of a thrilling science fantasy trilogy.
"That rare book that fully satisfies me as an action fan" - Fonda Lee, author of Jade City
"A book about warriors written by a master of the martial arts, and the mastery shows." – Evan Winter, author of The Rage of Dragons
“With surprising depth and touching relationships, this debut packs a punch and sets up a fascinating foundation for the rest of the series. Great for fans of Will Wight.” - Library Journal (starred review)The Combat Codes Trailer: A Reason to Fight AgainAlexander Darwin2023-06-02 | The Combat Codes is science-fantasy book due out June 13th, 2023 from Orbit Books: hachettebookgroup.com/titles/alexander-darwin/the-combat-codes/9780316493000
In a world where battle-hardened warriors determine the fate of empires, war-ravaged nations seek out a new champion in the first book of a thrilling science fantasy trilogy.
MURRAY PEARSON was once a Grievar Knight, once his nation's hero, but now he's just a lowly Scout. Washed up, broken down and mostly drunk, he's been sent to the Underground to find new recruits to fight in the Circles. Most of the kids he watches are poor lacklights, not the pureblood Grievar that have been bred thousands of years for unarmed combat.
Murray is sick of the system, nations using Grievar to fight in the Circles for their own agendas. He's sick of Grievar getting illicitly enhanced to improve their potential while forsaking the Codes. He's sick of the Daimyo: the wealthy race of rulers that pull all the strings while Murray’s kin are the ones to bleed.
But Murray comes across a gem in the rough, a mysterious boy that gives him hope and a reason to fight again: CEGO.Meditations on Jiu Jitsu - Advanced Free Roll, No-GiAlexander Darwin2020-04-28 | These meditations are guided audio visualizations for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu practitioners.
They are action sequences. They are mental drills. They are stories to be enjoyed. They are anything you want them to be. However, in order to benefit you must approach them with a targeted mindset: a first person point of view.
You need to become the practitioner within the meditation, open your eyes to see what they see. You need to visualize yourself at the academy, feel the give of mats beneath you, hear the sharp slap of a breakfall after a well-timed sweep.
If you can do this, you’ll gain something from these meditations. The same neurons that fired when you last trained will light up again from the comfort of your cushion or the seat of your stationary bike. Open your eyes or close them, breathe shallow or deep, build a sweat during conditioning or remain relaxed and resting; do what works best for you during this guided practice.
But, pay attention. Put yourself in perspective. If you are aware, your mind will recall jiu jitsu vividly; flowing and grinding, brutal and beautiful.
Jiu Jitsu is within you, on or off the mats. Harness it!Meditations on Jiu Jitsu - Guard Pass, No-GiAlexander Darwin2020-04-28 | These meditations are guided audio visualizations for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu practitioners.
They are action sequences. They are mental drills. They are stories to be enjoyed. They are anything you want them to be. However, in order to benefit you must approach them with a targeted mindset: a first person point of view.
You need to become the practitioner within the meditation, open your eyes to see what they see. You need to visualize yourself at the academy, feel the give of mats beneath you, hear the sharp slap of a breakfall after a well-timed sweep.
If you can do this, you’ll gain something from these meditations. The same neurons that fired when you last trained will light up again from the comfort of your cushion or the seat of your stationary bike. Open your eyes or close them, breathe shallow or deep, build a sweat during conditioning or remain relaxed and resting; do what works best for you during this guided practice.
But, pay attention. Put yourself in perspective. If you are aware, your mind will recall jiu jitsu vividly; flowing and grinding, brutal and beautiful.
Jiu Jitsu is within you, on or off the mats. Harness it!Meditations on Jiu Jitsu - Beginner Free Roll, GiAlexander Darwin2020-04-28 | These meditations are guided audio visualizations for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu practitioners.
They are action sequences. They are mental drills. They are stories to be enjoyed. They are anything you want them to be. However, in order to benefit you must approach them with a targeted mindset: a first person point of view.
You need to become the practitioner within the meditation, open your eyes to see what they see. You need to visualize yourself at the academy, feel the give of mats beneath you, hear the sharp slap of a breakfall after a well-timed sweep.
If you can do this, you’ll gain something from these meditations. The same neurons that fired when you last trained will light up again from the comfort of your cushion or the seat of your stationary bike. Open your eyes or close them, breathe shallow or deep, build a sweat during conditioning or remain relaxed and resting; do what works best for you during this guided practice.
But, pay attention. Put yourself in perspective. If you are aware, your mind will recall jiu jitsu vividly; flowing and grinding, brutal and beautiful.
Jiu Jitsu is within you, on or off the mats. Harness it!Meditations on Jiu Jitsu - Closed Guard Sweep Drill, GiAlexander Darwin2020-04-28 | These meditations are guided audio visualizations for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu practitioners.
They are action sequences. They are mental drills. They are stories to be enjoyed. They are anything you want them to be. However, in order to benefit you must approach them with a targeted mindset: a first person point of view.
You need to become the practitioner within the meditation, open your eyes to see what they see. You need to visualize yourself at the academy, feel the give of mats beneath you, hear the sharp slap of a breakfall after a well-timed sweep.
If you can do this, you’ll gain something from these meditations. The same neurons that fired when you last trained will light up again from the comfort of your cushion or the seat of your stationary bike. Open your eyes or close them, breathe shallow or deep, build a sweat during conditioning or remain relaxed and resting; do what works best for you during this guided practice.
But, pay attention. Put yourself in perspective. If you are aware, your mind will recall jiu jitsu vividly; flowing and grinding, brutal and beautiful.
Jiu Jitsu is within you, on or off the mats. Harness it!Meditations on Jiu Jitsu - IntroductionAlexander Darwin2020-04-28 | These meditations are guided audio visualizations for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu practitioners.
They are action sequences. They are mental drills. They are stories to be enjoyed. They are anything you want them to be. However, in order to benefit you must approach them with a targeted mindset: a first person point of view.
You need to become the practitioner within the meditation, open your eyes to see what they see. You need to visualize yourself at the academy, feel the give of mats beneath you, hear the sharp slap of a breakfall after a well-timed sweep.
If you can do this, you’ll gain something from these meditations. The same neurons that fired when you last trained will light up again from the comfort of your cushion or the seat of your stationary bike. Open your eyes or close them, breathe shallow or deep, build a sweat during conditioning or remain relaxed and resting; do what works best for you during this guided practice.
But, pay attention. Put yourself in perspective. If you are aware, your mind will recall jiu jitsu vividly; flowing and grinding, brutal and beautiful.
Jiu Jitsu is within you, on or off the mats. Harness it!Omoplata Sweep Instruction & Guided VisualizationAlexander Darwin2020-04-03 | Omoplata sweep from collar sleeve guard, with options for side control or rolling omoplata attack.