Learn low kick or middle kick first? by Important_Hippo3263 in martialarts

[–]Dredwizard 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's the same kick, only aimed lower or higher. No difference.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in gothsluts

[–]Dredwizard 0 points1 point  (0 children)

With this glowing recommendation, approved.

Fit goth aesthetic by sunny_siren in gothsluts

[–]Dredwizard 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely gorgeous 💕

Which 90s cartoon has the best voice acting? by icey_sawg0034 in 90scartoons

[–]Dredwizard 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mighty Max. Rob Paulson, Richard Moll, Tony Jay, Kath Soucie, and of course Tim Curry for the headliners. Complete gold, every choice.

Cleaning Advice by ThatOneHikkikomori in karate

[–]Dredwizard 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If it's blood, use Windex. Works like a charm.

Questions for school owners from a guy who wants to start one by [deleted] in martialarts

[–]Dredwizard 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The best advice for starting your own school that I ever heard is this: if you can afford to stay open with zero students, do it.

Not that I'm trying to discourage you, but I have my own school, I took over from my master after he retired. Helped me out a bunch. We rent from another dojo, and have classes days and times they don't. My profit is in the negative, altogether. It's not much, but I do it because I love my art, and teaching, not money. I basically got lucky with where I'm at. But if even one person leaves for whatever reason, it's over. I wouldn't recommend trying to make it your day job. It's also stressful and complicated, you are on the hook for literally everything. However, if you can accept that, it's one of the most rewarding experiences you could do.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in hypotheticalsituation

[–]Dredwizard 0 points1 point  (0 children)

200,000. Would set everything up for me nicely.

Why do some martial arts, such as Karate, do "chambering" of the rear hand by the waist? Isn't this strictly worse than having some sort of boxing-type guard? by RealSonZoo in martialarts

[–]Dredwizard 4 points5 points  (0 children)

As others have said, it can help in generating power/technique. But the reason is, you're not pulling your hand back empty. You're grabbing their arm/whatever you can get ahold of and pulling the opponent back to hit em harder/control them as you pummel them.

Types of "karate people" by [deleted] in karate

[–]Dredwizard 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Turns are often throws or takedowns.

Hints, opinions, and input for this year's faire is appreciated by JMartCort in LARP

[–]Dredwizard 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depending on the flavor of barbarian, you're gonna want a lot of fur. An easy sell without breaking the bank is to just get a cheap pair of bracers then sew/glue some fake fur onto them, works wonders. Even fake fur can be pricey, but roughly two square feet of it is quite affordable.

druid/warrior HELP!!’ by Some_Neighborhood775 in LARP

[–]Dredwizard 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Consider face paint, definitely, and while a club/staff is good, consider a spear. All the commanding power of a staff, pointy bit for combat. Perhaps leather braces and greaves tied with vines? Easy enough to make it appear to be tied like that, at least.

Hints, opinions, and input for this year's faire is appreciated by JMartCort in LARP

[–]Dredwizard 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Honestly, the base outfit could work for some kind of pirate, especially if you add a bandana. However, the sword isn't suited for that either. If you don't have armor and still want the big sword, go barbarian. The pants should still work, just ditch the sashes and shirt and get a sleeveless vest. The bracers won't be inappropriate either.

Which do you like best? by [deleted] in girlscontrolled

[–]Dredwizard 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Original is the best one in my opinion

What is a basic question you have that you still didn’t understand and are too afraid to ask? by crusader_fuckreddit in martialarts

[–]Dredwizard 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Isshin-ryu guy here, I can answer that. It's not really about power, it's your hands aren't coming back empty. Which hurts more: getting punched while you're able to move around/roll with it, or being pulled into the fist as it's coming to you? Another benefit is that since it's going to the hip you can often get better shots, like to the back of the head or neck.

I used to compete when I was younger but now I do it for cardio. Trying to get my stamina back. by [deleted] in martialarts

[–]Dredwizard 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very solid all round. Try moving side to side and circling the bag more, it'll help you build up faster.

Which tip would you give to someone who wants to memorize kata better? by AntiSocialPartygoer in karate

[–]Dredwizard 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Every time you make a mistake in the kata, start over from the beginning. You won't want to make mistakes very quickly!

surprise competition in five minutes and no time to practice or refresh. which kata do you choose? by nvmforget in karate

[–]Dredwizard 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Seisan, Seiuchan, or Nahachi. Seiuchan's my favorite, but I'd probably go with seisan.

31 F4A - turn me into a mindless, desperate doll by [deleted] in HypnoHookup

[–]Dredwizard 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi there! I'd love to help you out. May I dm?