specifics in Spear fighting combat

[Giannis K. Hoplite]

Yes of course,but the point here is I think that the sauroter was taking the point of balance rather backwards. This is the case with my spear,too. So much that I was a bit concerned about it at first. But I have seen representation so far that show the spear being held back,or the grip being very low,like in the Achilles vase.
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o118 ... and-me.jpg
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o118 ... C02477.jpg
My grip is even lower than the Achilles' one,but my spear is also shorter in comparison with my hight.
I don't know if this is better for tight formations. On the one hand,one would say that the shorter the part behind the grip, the better to avoid injuries of the rear ranks. On the other hand,the spear may had been held in a slight angle. And in this case it's even safer to have a long shaft,bringing the sauroter well over the rear rank's heads. Any opinions?
Khairete
Giannis


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