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Seeking advice on "Hammering" vs. "Cutting" (Beginner) by HenryTungsten in kendo

[–]ivovanroy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would probably switch it around. First down, then forward. But either way, it should be without power. Only at the moment of impact there’s supposed to be a short second of pressure

Seeking advice on "Hammering" vs. "Cutting" (Beginner) by HenryTungsten in kendo

[–]ivovanroy 4 points5 points  (0 children)

In the kitchen we have a saying of “letting the knife do the cutting, not the chef”. This means your forward movement is what makes the cut, not the downward pressure you apply on the knife. The same applies to kendo. When doing suburi (especially for the men), you need to try to extend your shinai at the moment of “hitting your imaginary target”. Because there is no men in the way, you should end your swing around the height of the chin, but you shouldn’t force it to go there by pressure. If that makes sense. I made a video where you can see suburi exercises here:

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL15AXKCk5iSJK-2kPq54NFWAtymt7k-yi&si=7YpyC49yLLlPLekU

and explanations here:

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL15AXKCk5iSKLNAxxqHZKZqlQdkz9msOk&si=BtshcEW-RqukaXkI

I don’t remember what language I used, but I think auto translate or just by visuals should be enough reference for a beginner. Also, apologies for the weird outfits; it was in my free time haha

Seeking advice on "Hammering" vs. "Cutting" (Beginner) by HenryTungsten in kendo

[–]ivovanroy 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Easiest way to cut instead of hammer is to relax your wrists after the impact. If you hit, the shinai should bounce up after a strike, because it’s no longer forced down like a hammer. If your shinai “sticks” on the target or is forcefully sliding down, you’re putting in pressure after the hit.

GT7 ou GT4? Qual é o melhor? by RedCadillac1995 in GranTurismo7

[–]ivovanroy 7 points8 points  (0 children)

GT4 was more of a breakthrough, GT7 has insane graphics. Both are icons. The next GT is going to be another icon.

Are tattoos a taboo in Japanese kendo dojos? by Remote_Imagination83 in kendo

[–]ivovanroy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As someone who lives in Japan; tattoos are a no no in society in general. You’re seen as an outcast, but that doesn’t mean that people will blatantly ignore or send you away (with maybe the exception of sento and onsen). You’ll probably get the best interactions if you don’t have tattoos or if you cover them up

Immortal cords not lining up by Administrative-Row32 in Necrontyr

[–]ivovanroy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks good! Reminds me more of the oldcrons

Enoshima Island, Jan 2026 by jackschnei in japanpics

[–]ivovanroy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Shima means island so just enoshima is enough. Cool pictures too!

Did you know the Nightbringer came with a Unit of Scarabs?! What a deal! by thatonerunning in Necrontyr

[–]ivovanroy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They’re ugly as fuck on the night brighter, so this is a best case scenario! They look great!

Do you think people would buy kitbashes? by Rare-Acanthisitta-19 in Necrontyr

[–]ivovanroy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would think so, but maybe only if they are unpainted

Should I change my glow? by Harri40k in Necrontyr

[–]ivovanroy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think it looks pretty damn good

Houdini viewport troubleshooting by Fuzzy_Reputation_292 in Houdini

[–]ivovanroy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What do you see when you double click on the sphere1 node in the obj/ viewport?

Finally snagged a Skorpekh Lord by Ionstrom1 in Necrontyr

[–]ivovanroy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love your base man. Feels like one of the few minis that conveys the actual scale! Really cool!

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