01-24-2006, 08:43 PM
Quote:Strikes and swinging is I think quite over estimated in swordplay and especially in ancient times. The swinging is a thing from theatre fencing that has been over exposed in films. This is a thing I always has to struggle with when I get new students in my ARMA studygroup.
Martin
I' guess I'll have to trust you on this one, as I said, I'm no expert, but I just can't see it.
Seems we need two re-enactors with death-wish to settle the matter.
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