I love the whole vibe of this video. She's talking like she's doing a sewing how-to or something but says stuff like, "He's going to have to let go or break his wrist, and then the sword channels nicely into his throat," with such a pleasant smile and tone.
While I do appreciate the technical demonstration, I’d really love to see it pressure tested. Perhaps having some of your more skilled fighters spar and try to emphasize disarms during the match so that people at home can see how hard or easy they can be to perform against a moving and determined opponent.
I've personally seen the first one done more than once. It requires a committed thrust on the opponents part, but it works. If the opponent death grips the sword or tries to haul it out of your hand, it just makes it easier to stab them.
The problem with stress testing it the way you're suggesting is that when the opponent knows what technique you are looking to do, it becomes exponentially more difficult to pull off.
My personal suggestion would be to get a Castille. You can get one of their economy rapiers for a pretty good price for a starter. Or you can get a build your own that will last your entire HEMA career as you can buy replacement parts as things, like the blade, wear out
Hello you guys. Love you videos. I am new to the game and I am searching for options on a decent helmet for hema two handed swords. They get pricey and I am on a budget. Thoughts?
Hi Shawn. I use the castille armory mask. I like it's comfort and is quite good. Absolute force provides a good mask that also includes back of the head protection. These are good for longsword. The castille one will require a back of head protective sleeve but it's a decent mask
So, I know it's outside the realm of HEMA, but would you guys maybe experiment with the Indian katar and pata weapons? I'd love to be able to see them in action, as I can only find maybe one or two videos on how they're used.
@@liamodahl1205 I think synthetic trainers would probably be fine. Not sure about steels, since the argument could be made that it's possible to sharpen them into real weapons, but I'm not an expert on that.
What if the opponent actually grips his rapier instead of letting it go? Or what if he sees you're going to grab his sword after parrying and does something (like takes step back)? What if... I think the demonstration would bne better if it actually shown that grab is executed almost in the same time as parry, and in correct distance, so you don't need to take an additional step there. Sorry, I watched earlier Skallagrim's video debunking some "defense techniques" that were demonstrated as if the attacker was drunk or purposely want to lose, and now I'm a bit oversensitive on that matter.
If the opponent death grips his rapier, or worse tries to haul it back from you he's basically helping you stab him. If he figures out what you are doing and pulls his sword arm back before you can grab the guard then you do something else.
Yeah, especially with the last one, the idea isnt to move in the one two three fashion, but to do all of this at the same time. Its just shown in steps for the purposes of viewing
Even with a good twist, you won't get enough leverage to disarm your opponent if they're holding their sword properly, unless you pull it hard (then risking to lose your balance). Also, the normal reaction (for an average swordsman) when your sword is being grabbed, you just grab your opponent sword / arm in order to protect you. Aside from the death grip reflex, do not expect your opponent to just wait for a convenient stab. Also, if you miss getting your hands on their sword... "Do something else" ? Yup, I would pray for my hand at this point. Just go for the arm, at least that won't slash you back and you would be at a relatively safe distance.
I know, you don't even need to hold anything to feel your wrist begging for mercy, it's basically a wristlock move. But my point is : just try with your weak hand to force my strong hand to go that way, you won't have it easy unless I am overly committed in a trust. There is also a possibility that you won't reach my guard for some reason (bad timing, me feinting you, me displacing my hand idk), and then you would be in a risky position with your hand exposed. Since you have to fully commit to that move, your only hope is to move your hand back faster than I jump on the opportunity, even better : jump back to a safe distance. And even if I give away my sword, I too have an off hand to use. Hell, I would actually voluntarily drop my sword to use both my hands in a close combat distance where you would be at disadvantage (but that's besides the point). Anyway, once your opponent is disarmed, you can't just expect them to stand still while you mess their face up (ok it's for the demonstration I get it, but I don't see the point of this part honestly, though it's funny in a good way) We could debate over this, but the fact is that this technique is risky as fuck. Disarming techniques are among the trickiests to achieve, and this one showed has to be refined (my opinion based on my experience). Actually the very last one with the dagger is interesting gotta try it.
@N Maruri the thing is, your opponent's wrist might be stronger than what you expect at the moment, especially if they put their whole arm and shoulder in it. Every move is "risky", but you always can jump on a plan b or close your opening faster than your opponent attack, here it is not the case. It's riskier, even reckless. I agree : it doesn't have to be a disarm, it's even safer if you don't try it and actually control your opponent's arm and then knock them out or whatever with your sword.
Hey. I usually like your videos but this one.. disarming ? More like "please gimme your sword and let me kill you, pretty please". This is actually dangerous and exposing your (usually bare) hand when you confront someone in an actual combat. The base idea is good though, but rather than disarming : go full contact, take control of your opponent hand and weapon and push them back, throw them off balance, then disarm them.
I love how she's so enthusiastic and happy as she's teaching how to disarm someone of their weapon and stab them in the face
Right? The cheerful presentation and soothing music is a really weird shift from the skulls and metal in the opening card. X D
If Bob Ross would've taught fencing, it would exactly sound like she does.
I love the whole vibe of this video. She's talking like she's doing a sewing how-to or something but says stuff like, "He's going to have to let go or break his wrist, and then the sword channels nicely into his throat," with such a pleasant smile and tone.
Fantastic video
Stabs with a smile.
Thank you. Great info, as always. Simple, concise and clear explanations.
Super interesting and great presentation, thank you :-)
Now how do I disarm a player in Mordhau with my rapier...
Well done
Very well done and taught! Great video ^ ^
The ultimate own.
While I do appreciate the technical demonstration, I’d really love to see it pressure tested. Perhaps having some of your more skilled fighters spar and try to emphasize disarms during the match so that people at home can see how hard or easy they can be to perform against a moving and determined opponent.
I've personally seen the first one done more than once. It requires a committed thrust on the opponents part, but it works. If the opponent death grips the sword or tries to haul it out of your hand, it just makes it easier to stab them.
The problem with stress testing it the way you're suggesting is that when the opponent knows what technique you are looking to do, it becomes exponentially more difficult to pull off.
You mean like, in a pressure pot?
Or if they work at all, because when demonstrating it against just a statue it ain't proving it work
That's a really pretty parry dagger, where is it from?
Really good 👍⚔️
I would like to see this tested in "live" combat so to speak; ie, full speed sparring.
Dear Blood and Iron, being in Florida, where can I acquire a good training rapier to begin? So many retailers seem to be sold out.
My personal suggestion would be to get a Castille. You can get one of their economy rapiers for a pretty good price for a starter. Or you can get a build your own that will last your entire HEMA career as you can buy replacement parts as things, like the blade, wear out
I've heard Kult of Athena can get you a Hanwei rapier pretty quickly, and the swords are decent.
Maybe there's a rule that when you're able to "steal" the opponent's rapier, it's yours. I
This seems oddly familiar...
Hello you guys. Love you videos. I am new to the game and I am searching for options on a decent helmet for hema two handed swords. They get pricey and I am on a budget. Thoughts?
Hi Shawn. I use the castille armory mask. I like it's comfort and is quite good. Absolute force provides a good mask that also includes back of the head protection. These are good for longsword. The castille one will require a back of head protective sleeve but it's a decent mask
So, I know it's outside the realm of HEMA, but would you guys maybe experiment with the Indian katar and pata weapons? I'd love to be able to see them in action, as I can only find maybe one or two videos on how they're used.
Unfortunately both the Katarina and the Pata fall under Canada's dumb push knife laws and are illegal to own.
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Aw man, really? Not even practice ones?
@@liamodahl1205 I think synthetic trainers would probably be fine. Not sure about steels, since the argument could be made that it's possible to sharpen them into real weapons, but I'm not an expert on that.
@@scottmacgregor3444
Now I gotta FIND a synthetic trainer katar.
@@liamodahl1205 omg that would be awesome if you happen to find one or a synthetic pata, please share if you do !
What if the opponent actually grips his rapier instead of letting it go? Or what if he sees you're going to grab his sword after parrying and does something (like takes step back)? What if...
I think the demonstration would bne better if it actually shown that grab is executed almost in the same time as parry, and in correct distance, so you don't need to take an additional step there.
Sorry, I watched earlier Skallagrim's video debunking some "defense techniques" that were demonstrated as if the attacker was drunk or purposely want to lose, and now I'm a bit oversensitive on that matter.
If the opponent death grips his rapier, or worse tries to haul it back from you he's basically helping you stab him.
If he figures out what you are doing and pulls his sword arm back before you can grab the guard then you do something else.
Yeah, especially with the last one, the idea isnt to move in the one two three fashion, but to do all of this at the same time. Its just shown in steps for the purposes of viewing
Even with a good twist, you won't get enough leverage to disarm your opponent if they're holding their sword properly, unless you pull it hard (then risking to lose your balance). Also, the normal reaction (for an average swordsman) when your sword is being grabbed, you just grab your opponent sword / arm in order to protect you. Aside from the death grip reflex, do not expect your opponent to just wait for a convenient stab.
Also, if you miss getting your hands on their sword... "Do something else" ? Yup, I would pray for my hand at this point.
Just go for the arm, at least that won't slash you back and you would be at a relatively safe distance.
I know, you don't even need to hold anything to feel your wrist begging for mercy, it's basically a wristlock move. But my point is : just try with your weak hand to force my strong hand to go that way, you won't have it easy unless I am overly committed in a trust. There is also a possibility that you won't reach my guard for some reason (bad timing, me feinting you, me displacing my hand idk), and then you would be in a risky position with your hand exposed. Since you have to fully commit to that move, your only hope is to move your hand back faster than I jump on the opportunity, even better : jump back to a safe distance.
And even if I give away my sword, I too have an off hand to use. Hell, I would actually voluntarily drop my sword to use both my hands in a close combat distance where you would be at disadvantage (but that's besides the point). Anyway, once your opponent is disarmed, you can't just expect them to stand still while you mess their face up (ok it's for the demonstration I get it, but I don't see the point of this part honestly, though it's funny in a good way)
We could debate over this, but the fact is that this technique is risky as fuck.
Disarming techniques are among the trickiests to achieve, and this one showed has to be refined (my opinion based on my experience). Actually the very last one with the dagger is interesting gotta try it.
@N Maruri the thing is, your opponent's wrist might be stronger than what you expect at the moment, especially if they put their whole arm and shoulder in it. Every move is "risky", but you always can jump on a plan b or close your opening faster than your opponent attack, here it is not the case. It's riskier, even reckless.
I agree : it doesn't have to be a disarm, it's even safer if you don't try it and actually control your opponent's arm and then knock them out or whatever with your sword.
Hey. I usually like your videos but this one.. disarming ? More like "please gimme your sword and let me kill you, pretty please". This is actually dangerous and exposing your (usually bare) hand when you confront someone in an actual combat.
The base idea is good though, but rather than disarming : go full contact, take control of your opponent hand and weapon and push them back, throw them off balance, then disarm them.