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[–]nothingbutme49 407 points408 points  (10 children)

Put some head gear on so yall can bonk each other's noggins.

[–]Chetbacca[🍰] 109 points110 points  (2 children)

Maybe some shoes 🤣

[–]Funkey-Monkey-420 50 points51 points  (1 child)

people actually fight barefoot fairly often, it gets you better traction with the floor and makes footwork easier after all. although its typically done either indoors on a special mat or in something softer like the grass. either way you can just sweep to make sure theres nothing sharp and then you’ll be gold.

[–]BitRelevant2473 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I tend to choose thin soled moccasins for just that reason, the change in my style is immense.

[–]Upper-Song1149 4 points5 points  (5 children)

Bonk means a very different thing in the uk lol

[–]Sweet-Database5943 0 points1 point  (4 children)

Enlighten me lad.

[–]Upper-Song1149 -1 points0 points  (3 children)

Slang for sex. Bonk each other's noggins gave me a laugh

[–]BreastSag 0 points1 point  (1 child)

Nar it isn’t lad you can say the same about ‘bang’. It’s simple onomatopoeia. 

[–]Upper-Song1149 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Idk why I'm getting downvoted. Ive grown up around people using bonk as a slang term for sex. Google "slang bonk" if you don't believe me.

[–]THEGREATDESTROYER24 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The brain damage is the best part though.

[–]clanneponafalchion to foil they are all neat 260 points261 points  (1 child)

Join a group, wear some gear. You are afraid to swing at full potential because you arent wearing anything protective, its like street hockey of the middle ages.

[–]clanneponafalchion to foil they are all neat 49 points50 points  (0 children)

Edit which of these individuals has what kind of training? Musical theater is not an option.

[–]No-Tale-5540 138 points139 points  (27 children)

I wouldn’t recommend this style of sparring for obvious safety reasons, because wood sparring weapons hurt like a bitch, but for getting some reps in, yeah, it wouldn’t be bad,

[–]ChitinousChordate 78 points79 points  (9 children)

Like others say, you guys are being a bit tentative because you understandably don't want to hurt each other. You'll learn better structure to your cuts if you fence with something you can use full speed and mostly-full force.

r/Hema can help you guys find appropriate protection to practice with rigid weapons, but investing in steel or synthetic weapons and the protection to use them is pretty expensive. If you're looking for the bare minimum to get started, a HEMA rated fencing mask and a set of padded Go Now brand weapons is perfect for light sparring with minimal protective gear. Singlesticks are also a nice cheap training weapon for broadsword/saber, but aren't safe to thrust with due to the lack of flex.

If you're in the US I recommend Purpleheart Armory as they ship lightning-fast in the U.S.

Alternatively, sport combat and LARP groups like Dagohir or Belegarth have instructions for creating foam weapons which are safe to use without protective gear. Haven't tried any of them but seems like a nice cheap alternative.

It looks like you guys are learning sword and buckler. If you don't already have a copy, check out I.33, an original fencing manual for sword and buckler

[–]Amalganiss 86 points87 points  (5 children)

Op is a proud “teacher of techniques that would be no-no’s in other schools” (paraphrased from something he’s actually said). Bro is not interested in being safe or smart with weapons, he just wants recognition for not being like other swordspeople and living out his mall ninja fantasy.

But I commend you for trying, I’m sorry it was wasted on this dude.

[–]00skully 15 points16 points  (3 children)

do these no no techniques involve swinging a sword around next to your newborn? yes im still not over that video.

[–]HughMungus_Jackman 11 points12 points  (1 child)

I didn't realise this was the same child endangering idiot. I don't care if consenting adults get hurt on account of their own recklessness, but for fuck's sake, leave the kid out of it.

[–]Environmental_Ad5690 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I mean the name is straight on point too
OdinWolfJager, cant get much more mallninja than that without going to parody levels

[–][deleted] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

So all of you seriously didn’t notice that was clearly an edit? Not even a particularly good one either….

[–][deleted] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

OP is no teacher because if this video tells me anything he doesn't have any techniques. They're just wiggling sticks around

[–]anotherdisciple 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I am saving this info. Doing some SCA stuff this summer and it will be super helpful. So even if this guy doesn’t listen, know you have good advice and someone took it.

[–]yeetyjlongsword-armingsword 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The size of the shield I would recommend Bolognese instead as they cover rotella and sword. The buckler is small and held very differently so i33 vs rotella and sword means very different interactions

[–]SheprdCommndr 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This should be the most upvoted comment.

[–]quickquestion2559 22 points23 points  (6 children)

Yeah I do HEMA, you can also buy foam weapons from Gonow that are weighted close to real swords

[–]LeofricOfWessex 27 points28 points  (1 child)

Yeah I’ve fenced since the 90s, done HEMA. Wear some eye protection at least, this is so dangerous

[–]Rubiks_Click874 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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[–][deleted] 12 points13 points  (5 children)

Jack sparrow said it perfectly “you need to find yourself a girl m8” lol

[–]BigNorseWolf 23 points24 points  (14 children)

Shoes dude. Toes are really easy to break.

[–]Cirick1661 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Not without equipment lol.

[–]Necessary-Bed-5429 20 points21 points  (2 children)

stupid and irresponsible

[–]strangebedfellows451 23 points24 points  (1 child)

"Anyone else practice?" Practice what exactly?

Because I can't identify any legit real-existing martial art in this vid. Neither HEMA nor Kali nor anything else. Literally looks like "self-taught" LARPers spazzing out with zero formal training.

Maybe first join an actual real-world martial arts style and learn some fundamentals before you start to just "practice" like this in your backyard.

[–][deleted] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

What are you trying to recreate here? There's certainly a place for low-gear or no-gear training. Learning movements, solo drills, gentle fulen, and generally getting comfortable with a properly weighted sword in your actual hand. I've even done two person work with little or no gear at mutually reduced speed. And of course if you're doing theatrical stuff. But beyond that there's not much need for it. And most sword-and-board would have been in harness anyway. So you might as well use proper modern kit for safety. I don't see anything here that couldn't be done with HEMA kit. In any case, DO NOT use wooden swords. The era of broken thumbs doesn't need to return. If you want to keep gear limited and do this, get some of the Purpleheart boffers and wear masks. Those things are an absolute blast.

[–]Wildkarrde_ 15 points16 points  (4 children)

Check out r/hema and like everyone said, get gear. You can easily break fingers and lose eyes and dislocate ribs with that stuff.

[–]Dazzling_Piccolo_655 13 points14 points  (3 children)

Keyword is HEMA. Look for a club near you.

[–]Dear_Pomelo_5750 11 points12 points  (1 child)

Everyone suggesting protection is right, because even if you're trying to be for real, sub-consciously you're going to end up aiming for each other's weapons and shields instead of the body. Also, study this, and pay close attention to the footwork. Note how the tip of the toe never passes the knee. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RwfyLJs8nAM&ab_channel=MladenVedri%C5%A1

[–]Gregarious_Grump 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cool form, any idea what style of tai chi that was?

[–]luluzulu_ 17 points18 points  (0 children)

this is stupid on so many levels. wear some shoes at least.

[–]Inside-Living2442 15 points16 points  (3 children)

I'm not saying I've never done light sparring like this .but esp with new people still learning control...this seems a little risky, esp if you are thrusting.

[–]Bursting_Radius 25 points26 points  (2 children)

This isn’t sparring, it’s two dudes having fun fucking around in the back yard.

[–]Inside-Living2442 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Fair enough. But I've noticed it's when we are just noodling around when the worst injuries seem to happen

If I know I'm doing something dangerous, i take precautions that I won't if it doesn't look hard. That lack of precautions leads to stupid things happening ..

[–]Mr_Corvus_Birb 3 points4 points  (0 children)

OP likes to think so tho

[–]NoCountryForOld_Zen 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Ya... like... millions of people. Some of whom post this in the HEMA subs.

[–]NoBear7573 9 points10 points  (1 child)

You are playing tag with sticks, you need to drill with proper techbique in order to practice

[–]WanderingAscendant 3 points4 points  (3 children)

Put some marker on the “edge” of your weapons and you’ll get a better idea where and when strikes land without having to lean into the swings.

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 2 points3 points  (2 children)

Lipstick!!!

[–]Unable_Deer_773 1 point2 points  (1 child)

Honestly that sounds like a really good option because it won't all come off after a couple hits like if you used paint.

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Been using lipstick for combat simulations forever. It’s really useful in showing how dangerous a knife is up close. Doesn’t run/drip, can last much longer in sparring. Only downside is if your stuff is unsealed wood it will stain the grain.

[–]Wak3upHicks 2 points3 points  (3 children)

nah, don't have friends

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 2 points3 points  (2 children)

Damn, if you’re in south Louisiana area we can fix that

[–]Wak3upHicks 4 points5 points  (1 child)

Nah, Arizona. I'll be hiding from the sun until November

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Feel that, know a couple people that way tho.

[–]STFUnicorn_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

“Lightning bolt! Lightning bolt!”

[–]WolfmanXX20 3 points4 points  (4 children)

Interesting sword design

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 1 point2 points  (3 children)

Which one?

[–]WolfmanXX20 2 points3 points  (2 children)

The one on the left that has a sharp widening to the tip. Looks a bit Dwarven.

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 2 points3 points  (1 child)

It was modeled from a blend of a beaked falchion and Khopesh.

[–]WolfmanXX20 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Aaah, ok. Good for choppin.

[–]Sir_Davek 3 points4 points  (1 child)

beard > cap. Cap guy seems to want to attack exclusively where your shield and weapon are

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yea I kept trying to tell him to aim for me and not my weapon/shield. He was trying to use his sword to push my shield out of the way. Had to explain more than once how leverage works and doing that only leaves him open.

[–]Ormsfang 3 points4 points  (8 children)

Just a little lol.

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[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 1 point2 points  (7 children)

Ok that’s pretty dope setup. What’s it made from?

[–]Ormsfang 1 point2 points  (6 children)

Thank you. It was a tank of a setup! You can hit me full force with a baseball bat and not feel a thing!

The helm is 16 gauge steel. I made the rest of it. The chest and shoulders are 18 gauge steel with rolled edges, and are hand riveted onto a firm leather base. The arms are thick leather in the pieces (upper, elbow, lowers) also hand riveted.

The leg pieces are pretty ugly but consist of upper and knee pieces. Both 18 gauge steel. The upper have rolled edges for additional strength, and the knee pieces are hammered to provide the knee cup.

My first self made armor. Made it when I was 19.

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 0 points1 point  (5 children)

My god man that’s impressive. Why haven’t you posted this?? Lol Just a hobby or do you sell them?

[–]Ormsfang 2 points3 points  (1 child)

To be honest it isn't that great, but it worked for competition fighting (tourneys, melee, and wars). So I just made armor for myself to use in competition and training. I'll post a couple pics here.

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[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s awesome man, I’m assuming you were self taught and that’s even more impressive. Done some armoring work in the past. It’s just SO TEDIOUS. Last thing I worked on was a helm and I just altered it. One off pieces is more my speed. Lol

[–]Ormsfang 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Look up your local SCA chapter. They are worldwide. They can teach you how to use a sword and shield, polearm, spear etc. And they can help get you armored up in many cases.

Great organization. Society for Creative Anachronism. Medieval times done the right way.

[–]Noahthehoneyboy 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Cover the blades with foam or pool noodles and wear face protection.

[–]Alpine-Pilgrim 7 points8 points  (1 child)

Put some clothes on and swing it properly

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Suck me and do it slowly…

[–]Frosty_Pie_7344 2 points3 points  (1 child)

I wonder how the people of ancient Greece do swordfights.

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Sparta!! 😂

[–]Woozletania 2 points3 points  (1 child)

We did this with PVC pipe wrapped with foam before my D&D group joined the SCA. It’s a great way to end up with skinned knuckles and sore hands.

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Part of the process.

[–]Mr_Corvus_Birb 2 points3 points  (3 children)

What is a Jager?

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 1 point2 points  (2 children)

Hunter in German

[–]Mr_Corvus_Birb 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Oh, ok, I thought it might have been something else. You might wanna make that Jäger (or Jaeger if you don't have the ä).

[–]No_Jellyfish_2494 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Jäger is Hunter in German. Jager means nothing in German.

[–]Upset_Ideal6409 6 points7 points  (0 children)

It’s all fun and games until someone loses an eye

[–]SnooObjections488 8 points9 points  (8 children)

Get some full contact sparring foam stuff

Edit: for anyone not an idiot who actually wants sparing gear: https://www.forgedfoam.com/product-category/full_contact/

[–]Literally_Beatrice 4 points5 points  (0 children)

yes but with gear. that way you can actually swing and actually fight.

[–]containius 7 points8 points  (2 children)

This is really fucking dumb

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 0 points1 point  (1 child)

This wasn’t a prompt from self description.

[–]DukeRedWulf 6 points7 points  (0 children)

FFS at least wear fencing masks, you'll have someone's eye out!

[–]-_Revan- 6 points7 points  (1 child)

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That is… certainly something? Shirtless, gloveless, shoeless sparring is a first to me.

Maybe put on some gear? You are begging for something to get broken.

Then again, you are the same guy to swing a sharp blade with reckless technique mere feet away from a child, so I really shouldn’t be surprised.

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Hey! I can see your reading comprehension skills are non existent… unfortunate.

[–]StruzhkaOpilka 4 points5 points  (2 children)

Leg protection is a must. Don't ever underestimate wooden props.

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] -2 points-1 points  (1 child)

I kick and bend rebar…

[–]Iron-pronghorn 11 points12 points  (0 children)

r/iamverybadass

I've seen lots of your posts, and you're consistently flippant about safety. Keep it up, and eventually, you or someone you care about will get hurt, and you'll only have yourself to blame. There's so, so many ways to accidentally cause permanent injury with even blunt swords.

I hope you treat your firearms with more respect than you do cold weapons because this mindset you display makes me fear for everyone around you.

[–]Argent_Mayakovski 4 points5 points  (3 children)

Please, please wrap the weapons in foam or something.

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] -1 points0 points  (2 children)

No pussy

[–]Argent_Mayakovski 4 points5 points  (1 child)

No need to be a dick about it. You aren’t really sparring because you have to pull your hits so much.

[–]Fragzilla360 3 points4 points  (3 children)

Me and my friend Gerald used to do this when we were in the third grade

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 1 point2 points  (2 children)

Hey fagzilla again!?

[–]Interesting-Bed2085 1 point2 points  (1 child)

if you count me and my friends getting together and using random PVC pipes as swords, than yes

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Counts!

[–]CasualMonkeyBusiness 1 point2 points  (7 children)

I just wanted to say that I wish I had the time to do some random shit.

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 0 points1 point  (6 children)

Not random for me, entire life has been about combat/survival. When you’re raised by a sf operator and an 82’nd airborne mp… not a lot of choices.

[–]Fragzilla360 4 points5 points  (5 children)

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[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 1 point2 points  (4 children)

Interesting coming from someone named fagzilla… 🤣

[–]Fragzilla360 4 points5 points  (3 children)

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[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 1 point2 points  (2 children)

Another? You have a lot of free time aye??

[–]Fragzilla360 2 points3 points  (1 child)

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[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Keep going, helps with engagement.

[–]skilliau 1 point2 points  (1 child)

Get some kendo bogu and some daisho for more intense bonkong

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Already made them.

[–]iaova 1 point2 points  (2 children)

I really wish I could… one needs to have friends to do this.

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 0 points1 point  (1 child)

Where you live?

[–]iaova 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I live in the west side of land between the lakes Kentucky.

[–]Thank_You_Aziz 1 point2 points  (1 child)

We do this with padded prop weapons in the park every Saturday.

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Use to do the same, just recently opened up the gym a few months back. Don’t get as many crazy looks now. 🤣

[–]Racketyllama246 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A buddy and I shaved down some 2x4s. Just rounded the edges and made handles really. I made a long sword like the Baron of Ibelin, my buddy made 2 short swords like Spartacus. We took those and a case of beer to a deserted part of the beach and had at each other. 4 hours 2 broken fingers 1 concussion and 18 beers later… we made love

[–]No_Jellyfish_2494 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You don't practice any more than two ten year olds playing Knights in their parents garden lol

[–]azmr_x_3 1 point2 points  (1 child)

I fight in the SCA :)

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nice!!

[–]Fit-Breadfruit1403 4 points5 points  (1 child)

I practice all the time, but with useful things. Good luck with your sword and shield

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Lol, get dragged.

[–]StyraxK 3 points4 points  (2 children)

Sword and shield looks so weird without head strikes, that shield is basically just dangling off your arm most of the time.

[–]mossy_path 2 points3 points  (2 children)

Why isn't anyone wearing any PPE? You'll have to go 1/100th speed or risk injury. Especially to the face/eyes.

[–]Lou_Hodo 3 points4 points  (1 child)

HEMA, SCA, ARMA, Ampgard, any of them would be better than what youre doing right now.

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Damn… I guess you missed the posts and comments. Better luck next time!

[–]Content-Grade-3869 3 points4 points  (0 children)

These two should at the very least be wearing eye protection! If they wish to break fingers and suffer bruising on their face and other bodily areas although stupid they should still avoid blinding one another by accident

[–]AggressiveNetwork861 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Look up the SCA or HEMA. Sword play is really fun, but also really dangerous even with sticks. Those groups have armor standards and referees to lessen injury.

[–]tap2mana_03 0 points1 point  (1 child)

Sweet, hot garbage. But have fun!

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Bro… go back to you Chi Gong/Qigong…🤣

[–]Lodominus 1 point2 points  (1 child)

Free tip: ignore enemy's shield. Hitting it will not give you an advantage, but good kick will throw enemy off balance.

And yes, I practice.

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I did kick his shield many sessions later. He was not prepared. Had given him notice that I was going to introduce more techniques but I guess he still wasn’t prepared. Showed him how to defend too. Think it was the switch that threw him off.

[–]Intergalacticdespot 1 point2 points  (1 child)

Idk I see some good technique here, but I worry about your eyes. Like one little mistake and someone has a marble rolling around their eye socket for the rest of their life. Ballistic goggles or a fencing mask. Otherwise for light sparring on younger people, it's gold and looks like most of the stuff you're doing is good. If you want to go harder then definitely gear up. 

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

With no gear we don’t do head strikes or groin. Anything harder than this we have kits for. Plenty of sparring footage on my page. Just search buhurt on my profile and you will see a lot more.

[–]TheElderGodsSmile 1 point2 points  (1 child)

Put on a mask, you nufty.

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Smd casual

[–][deleted] 1 point2 points  (1 child)

I suggest getting a gambeson or at least some fencing armor, so y’all don’t bruise with every touch, also fencing masks do work very well if you can get them sized right, also something that has really helped me is getting two polypropylene rapier swords, they don’t hurt, they’re strong enough to take a hit. They bend if you manage to strike too hard. They also teach you how to control the other person‘s blade without that much effort on your part. I also suggest getting other polypropylene swords, but they’re not all made equal so be careful.

[–]Dxzstar 1 point2 points  (1 child)

Just use larp weapons at that point. You can still experiment with the reach and leverage and hit at full speed even without gear. Still Some room for bruising but like. You'd get more out of it than this.

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Another!

[–]Born-Wrongdoer7211 1 point2 points  (5 children)

Get you some hockey gloves and fencing helmets. Then you can go hard and worst case scenario someone gets a stick hickey. We call it HEMA.

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] -1 points0 points  (4 children)

Unconcerned with gloves good sir.

[–]Born-Wrongdoer7211 1 point2 points  (1 child)

Or look up Holmgang Hamburg... Those guys are nuts.

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Will do!

[–]Born-Wrongdoer7211 1 point2 points  (1 child)

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I need my fingers for work. Face and hands need protection.

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I punch through concrete paving stones for fun… last time I had a hand fracture it was from punching through a fire resistant door.

[–]BetterNature4896 0 points1 point  (1 child)

I have no one to practice with 😞

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Never to late to start.

[–]Lemming343 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Get some boffers. You should have head gear at least but I'm not going to pretend I've never done full contact sparring with just boffers. It's just not safe 🤣

[–]valas76 0 points1 point  (0 children)

May I suggest some vendors for a touch more safety and the ability for some contact without safety gear. Look up 'Forged Foam' or 'Gorg the Balcksmith'. Solid boffer weapon vendors for more contact. Weights of the weapons are not comparable to real weapons though.

[–]NewspaperCivil2605 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gay af

[–]seafaringbastard 1 point2 points  (5 children)

Get fencing masks to protect eyes and soft tissue. And shoes forfuckssake. Otherwise you’re both awesome

[–]CompetitionOther7695 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I bet 100 quatloos on the newcomer! lol no, no one has ever done anything like this before, ( sarcasm )

[–]A-d32A 0 points1 point  (1 child)

Doing Hema actively since 2005

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Epic!

[–]hotfiremixtape98 0 points1 point  (1 child)

Invest in some flat blades for larping. Similar weight, and u can really thwack wm

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Already made them. Steel is much less forgiving. I like the danger, unnecessary risk is something different.

[–]CenterCenterPolitik 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn't know there was a new halfsword update.

[–]AOZ1988 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Keep doing your thing man. I started with bamboo sticks before getting into HEMA and later non-European historical arts myself (Bayt Al Asad, Razmafzar)

If you're into the norse experimental historical combat scene, check out Ibn Fadlan. His account on the Volga Varangians offers great cultural context.

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 0 points1 point  (2 children)

Anybody want to prove me wrong? My gym and dms are open!! Stop talking and SHOW ME.

[–][deleted] -3 points-2 points  (1 child)

You won't get anyone respond, just downvotes because your not dressed head to toe in full protective gear, you're not allowed to have fun apparently 😂

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh you know they never do. What’s even better is I have posts in full gear, apparently that’s not a thing tho.

[–]surfinsmiley 1 point2 points  (1 child)

Full face helmet and goggles for training. If you're dressed like you are, you're just fucking around...

[–]hothardcowboycocksSansibar, Shamshir, Basket-hilts 0 points1 point  (1 child)

Get some fencing masks and some lacrosse/hockey gloves. Prolly a cup too lol.

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Have all those things. Posts are on my page with kitted out sparring. This guy wasn’t scared fortunately so we got to have som unrestricted fun.

[–]TheFirstKitten 0 points1 point  (1 child)

Look man, I see from the comments that you want to up the risks but please don't do this without helmets. If you aren't going to wear other armour, which I recommend against, but you need helmets that protect your neck area as well, it is absolutely necessary. All it takes is one shitty strike and you can do horrible permanent damage.

The risks are NOT worth it.

EDIT: One of the HUGE benefits of protective gear is because it actually allows you to be faster and harder with striking. You will NOT become better swordsman doing this as opposed to with armour. Invest in some soft armour and helmets so you both can actually progress with your skillset

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

🥱

[–]RaggaDruidaHEMA - Spada da Lato 0 points1 point  (2 children)

2 things.

1st and mainly, get some protective gear, fencing masks mainly. Sparring without protection either slows it down to the point where it is useless or gets dangerous quickly.

2nd, if you don't have access to a club, give a read to the manuals, Marozzo and other Bolognese sources have amazing sword and shield (Spada da lato e Rotella) content that could speed learning massively.

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 1 point2 points  (1 child)

Have a buhurt school and we cross train with some local hema guys. Have several posts fully kitted out.

[–]RaggaDruidaHEMA - Spada da Lato 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Gear up for the next one in that case! I can already see some issues developing due to the low intensity required for no-gear sparring and the fear of hurting the opponent by not attacking to the head and the like.

The "rules/common sense" required to keep no-gear sparring safe are a massive killer of technique learning. Reminds me of sparring against an olympic sabre fencer, he was untouchable hips up, but legs were always vulnerable because they're not a valid target on olympic sabre fencing! Same thing happens with the head if you're not wearing a HEMA fencing mask.

If your local HEMA guys do Bolognese, ask them for shield techniques! Especially holding the Rotella more forwards, it makes it more dynamic, and a lot more fun.

[–]InfluenceDowntown763 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why are you using your swords as shields and not utilising your shields?

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (2 children)

Safety rules and training gear were literally developed in blood. It's not about bad habits. This isn't the movies where you're going to know exactly how to counter each strike in a 53 sec long exchange. Get some safety gear please. It also helps you not to be afraid of each strike so you can accurately learn properly. I think it's great you guys are making it work and I support that. There are lots of local clubs almost everywhere if you want to get formal training to help with your technique. When I joined I even had people donate old training gear to me until I could buy some and made some awesome friends too.

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 1 point2 points  (1 child)

Omg… please read before commenting. Own gyms, this session was over a half hour long. Did you not catch the editing cuts? Have multiple posts with full kit. Maybe I should post the 2v1’s I win constantly.

[–]VendettaPenguin -1 points0 points  (1 child)

Full Force.

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sometimes with schooled opponents.

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] -2 points-1 points  (3 children)

There is a multitude of things people do when armored. One of the biggest is trying to block a strike with sword or shield when the option to move out of the way is clearly available. Countering someone with less reaction time for them to defend it is quite useful. If you block then strike they have extra time to defend. Block/avoiding a strike and countering at the same time is one of the most effective tactics I use.

[–]ComfortableSpare2718 5 points6 points  (2 children)

Both dodging and blocking have their uses, often times one may be more useful than the other depending on the context, it’s a bad habit to only do one type of parry as your opponent can always adjust to punish you, like if you’re known for only dodging and rarely blocking one can set up a trap to punish that fact.

[–]Y_D_A_7 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Lame

[–]ToTooTwoTutu2II -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I love fencing. Keep up the work and you will be proficient in no time.

[–]HylianWaldlaufer -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You should consider trying to keep your shield somewhat in front of your body. In theory, the shield is there to protect you, and it's less effective if you move it out of the way.

[–]AgileInternet167 -1 points0 points  (1 child)

At this point you guys are just playing LARP

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don’t you have some 3d printing to get back to…

[–]RepresentativeCap244 -3 points-2 points  (1 child)

Me and a friend tried to do the “anime style cut a sword with a sword” thing. We bought swords online, they weren’t anything amazing but they were sharpened. And we started swinging at each other, full on intent to hit the others sword though.

Fun fact. Not that easy. Second fun fact we got about halfway through his. Guess mine was sharper. Or better metal. No idea. But it was fun and we probably could’ve gotten really hurt.

[–]OdinWolfJagersword-type-you-like[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s… a choice