08-24-2016, 03:35 PM
Using the spear in ultra tight phalanx formation
You've made enough comments in this youtube video that we shouldn't have to keep using it to remind you that your assumptions are incorrect. Does it look like the spear bearer with the overhand grip has his spear point angling downwards? Or that his wrist is angled when the thrust reaches his opponent? No, because that's not what happens.
Besides which, the pictures you're posting from your old twc threads only reiterate what I've been saying since page one, in a phalanx the optimum thrust with an underhand grip only targets the middle portion of the enemy's body, which is PROTECTED BY A LARGE, STURDY SHIELD. If the hoplite actually attempted a distance thrust at his opponent's face, the weapon would be traveling on a 20-30 degree upward angle, making it simple to block, parry, or pass while the opponent closes the distance and uses the overhand grip which is more suited to closer range fighting (fencing distance and othismos).
You've made enough comments in this youtube video that we shouldn't have to keep using it to remind you that your assumptions are incorrect. Does it look like the spear bearer with the overhand grip has his spear point angling downwards? Or that his wrist is angled when the thrust reaches his opponent? No, because that's not what happens.
Besides which, the pictures you're posting from your old twc threads only reiterate what I've been saying since page one, in a phalanx the optimum thrust with an underhand grip only targets the middle portion of the enemy's body, which is PROTECTED BY A LARGE, STURDY SHIELD. If the hoplite actually attempted a distance thrust at his opponent's face, the weapon would be traveling on a 20-30 degree upward angle, making it simple to block, parry, or pass while the opponent closes the distance and uses the overhand grip which is more suited to closer range fighting (fencing distance and othismos).
