Orcrist: The Goblin-Cleaver from The Hobbit Films
Among the legendary weapons of Middle-earth, few hold the same mythical allure as Orcrist, the fabled Goblin-Cleaver.
Read More
Among the legendary weapons of Middle-earth, few hold the same mythical allure as Orcrist, the fabled Goblin-Cleaver.
Read More
There is more than one element to traditional Japanese martial arts, specifically with respect to how to hold, stand, and fight with a sword.
Read More
Viking swords also known as Carolingian swords, constitute a class of sword patterns that were prevalent in Northern Europe throughout the Viking Age, from roughly 800 AD to 1100 AD.
Read More
You’re probably thinking of “pirate sword,” and may have even clicked on this link through a search for one.
Read More
In The Lord of the Rings mythos, swords aren’t just weapons, they’re powerful symbols of history, legacy, and identity. From the reforged blade of a king to the elven-crafted elegance of ancient warri...
Read More
The Vikings, seafaring warriors from Scandinavia, carved their legacy into the annals of European history between the 8th and 11th centuries. Known for their fearless raids, swift longships, and legen...
Read More
The Vikings, seafaring Norse warriors from Scandinavia, were not just fearsome raiders and explorers, but also skilled craftsmen and tacticians.
Read More
Let’s not mince words. There are some right ways to hold a sword, and there are many wrong ways. Moreover, understanding the stances and guards
Read More
The katana, the curved and slender longsword of the Japanese samurai, has transcended its original martial function to become one of the most iconic cultural artifacts in the global imagination, espec...
Read More
Ever heard of a shillelagh? That’s pronounced “shill-AY-lee” with stress on the second syllable, and it comes from Irish Gaelic.
Read More
There are many terms associated with Japanese swords that are foreign to those who are only familiar with western sword terminology.
Read More
If you’ve ever seen or handled a real samurai sword before - such as a katana or an odachi sword - you may be familiar with that cloudy, wavy line along the edge of the blade, which is as unique as a ...
Read More