Champion Sword Cutting Techniques

[@ModernRogue]

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[@call_merev4192]

The only thing better than winning one of those, would be proper edge alignment with Munich!!! Long live Munich! Long live Viceroy!

[@chrisbolland5634]

I read pizza box and then was sad when I read it right.

[@KiraDidNothingWrong]

There is too much beard in this episode

[@billroache6244]

So be truthful fellas, how much did you want to take the blades home afterwards? Haha great video

[@maxpowervidmaster]

Daaaang Shwood, you gettin yoked

[@richardpowell4281]

I don't have anything witty to say today. I just wanna note this is one of my favorite shows of all time. Just for many years I had an itch that this channel scratches perfectly.

[@notabanana7698]

kinda out of nowhere but hi fellow powell :)

[@LuxFerre4242]

This was a channel I didn't know i needed till I found it. Instantly became a favourite upon discovery.

[@dak4465]

Agreed, also i think the next step is katanas

[@pongugy9828]

@@dak4465 don't let man children handle space and time

[@jackcarnie6488]

So now you've learned how to use swords surely its time for a blacksmithing episode right guys?

[@Nightpacer]

With Alec Steele...?

[@Olordrin]

Or the guys from Man at Arms. Probably more realistic, given Alec's forge is in England. If they could find a smithy locally, Alec could visit it for the demo. I do like the idea of Illya teaching them the basics of smithing, though :D

[@jackcarnie6488]

@Crude Wildfire I think I'd honestly prefer to see them just try with a blowtorch and a $5 claw hammer. That's the modern rogue spirit.

[@jackcarnie6488]

@Crude Wildfire Yer, It'd be great if they met the professional and showed them a slightly crusty stick they made in their attempt. I think my favourite modern rogue moment was them calling an electrician during the lemon battery episode.

[@triplebasic]

We need a Walter Sorrells Modern Rogue episode.

[@noahf.3990]

I love how Murphy's eyes just lit up when he said sword detectives.

[@MoldyOog]

Signs of bestfriends.

[@fadechicobuarque1989]

I love how sincerely nerdy they are about stuff and how nice they are to each other. They appear to have fun and also be really interested in everything they do and learn. And they treat each other (and everyone else) really nicely - I don’t see a lot of sarcasm or even real sass coming from them. That probably resonates well with people because it makes us think about those moments with genuine friends doing stuff that we really enjoy.

[@charlesstephens980]

Thanks for putting HEMA in the spotlight, guys.

[@TheStrangerous]

Glad you're enjoying it. These are (obviously) some of our favorite episodes to film.

[@RunawayScott]

It's like you guys forgot everything Anthony taught you about using a sword

[@TheStrangerous]

Scott Michels Shhhhhhh

[@SH4D0W0733]

Swords, they're sharp things designed to hurt you. Great explanation.

[@KamenRiderRaiden]

Well yeah, i mean i wouldnt expect a sword to paint my fence..

[@proudtitanicdenier4300]

They're designed to hurt others though.

[@FYCBigJezus]

Out of the 70 or so channels im subbed to, this is the only one I legitimately get excited for each week. As always, another fantastic episode gentlemen. Keep up the amazing work!

[@ModernRogue]

thanks, man!

[@KyleAmbos]

Jason, a high five from a distance is commonly referred to as a Wi-Five. That is all.

[@Lambda_Ovine]

Booo!

[@cjohnson2916]

Get off the stage!

[@sionefinaulahi4640]

Angelic choir* EUESUS DOMINE DOMAI IESUS REQUIUM

[@tuesdaywithanh]

I've never heard this, but I very appreciate it.

[@aspiringcloudexpert5127]

Yay! Cutting swords in half, my favorite.

[@Phenom98]

I identify as a greatsword

[@Kindyno]

I identify as an oksword

[@ciarfah]

Quizaro's Weapons Debates I'm just a mess

[@TheElaborinth8993]

I don't know if its been due to a change in editing, or if repeat guest have gotten more comfortable with Brian and Jason, but I am loving these lastet episodes. More personalities are coming out. Like I'm starting to feel like I know how Anthony is like outside the videos if you met him on the street. Same with Trever, and Bill Doran. It's starting to feel less like a Ted Talk/ lecture, and more of friends teaching each other cool things.

[@lenaoxton3999]

We need a Patreon-Exclusive Munich and The Viceroy shirt: Two swords in Noire detective gear on the front cover of a 40s Pulp fiction comic. It's too good of an idea to pass up. If I could draw, I'd totally submit my idea.

[@TheStrangerous]

Lena Oxton Hahaha!! I love it.

[@lenaoxton3999]

@@TheStrangerous Did Brian loop you in on the whole Secret Door business? I kind of sent the URL with a typo and I didn't want you guys to think I was wasting your time with fake links. My bad---

[@wobblysauce]

Could use the Crossguard as arms.

[@Aquila009]

Well... I know what I’ll be doing this weekend

[@faizalnizar8261]

This Channel is amazimg for many reasons: 1. Humor not making the lessons too serious 2. A lot of information with no time wasted and no too much unwanted long lengthy explanations 3. The questions the hosts ask making it very elaborate. 4. They teach to kill the bad guys.

[@bigtasty2715]

This dude *looks* like a sword fighter. I can imagine him wearing armour and storming a castle

[@WsgMark]

Uncle Lenny lets go on a crusade

[@bigtasty2715]

@@WsgMark let's storm the winter palace

[@patrikg.6320]

@@maxharter5716 peacekeeping ?

[@maxharter5716]

Right! Now, shall we keep the peace?

[@grandmasterchooda9385]

Nacho Cheese yeah would hate to run into him on the ramparts

[@samsharma8621]

Brain is the guy who shows real good amount of interest to the subject ...and Jason is the guy who knows about timing (perfect time to throw some punchline ) and make us laugh 😉

[@proudtitanicdenier4300]

*Brian ?

[@ProtogenPilled]

@@proudtitanicdenier4300 No no, brain. He said it right. The brain is the guy that shows real good amounts of interest to the subject, and jason is funny. Brian is not. :P

[@Flatline072]

Viceroy and Munich, Sword Detectives. I want to see that series on youtube by year end!!

[@clanof1144]

Their injury counter has never gone over 50

[@kennethsonthang3151]

I'm *totally* going to need this in the everyday situation when I get into a swordfight.

[@kennethsonthang3151]

Aside from that I'm always surprised you learn the basics so fast.

[@wyattreed4024]

I came to this video after watching the first pass edit because I needed to see how the start and ending fit in. You guys just ran with those perfectly! So much fun to see those ideas develop on set and then see how they turn out in the final product!

[@neilh184]

7:10 I'm going to assume y'all picked up on the Zelda reference and simply cut out the chuckle for time, right? :)

[@I_Crit_My_Pants]

Not everyone plays Zelda obsessively y'know.

[@goten9858]

Manwitha Machinegun everyone alive who has even heard of Zelda knows that reference you prick.

[@KickyFut]

I got the joke too, but I think he delivered it too dryly for the guys to expect it.😅

[@patrickhodson8715]

14:21 “Brian’s _second_ law of science adjacency?” What’s the first?

[@Ronnybanan]

great way show before and after the instructions. the instructor gave great explanations and examples. you clearly had fun and i watched the whole thing exited, informed and entertained. great video, sorry for my boring post.

[@FellsApprentice]

Hey! Finally! Now there's just rapier, saber, wrestling and armored combat

[@GerdLPluu]

And Messer. And Warhammer. And Chainsaw.

[@MansMan42069]

Montante/Zweihander/Spadone/Greatsword

[@Aquila009]

Oh boy... ALL the Princess Bride jokes

[@GerdLPluu]

@Aquila009 I'm really looking forward to that. I have no doubt that a video about Rapiers will come eventually. It just has to.

[@strafe_2391]

They already learned Chainsaw r/whoosh

[@notanomnom]

I'VE GOT THE POWER OF GOD *AND* ANIME ON MY SIDE!

[@dannysantos1592]

notanomnom DONT MESS WITH ME

[@rasmus9311]

AAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHH!!!

[@Lizard-813]

Thank you for this reference.

[@Gg-bn3oj]

That reference

[@proudtitanicdenier4300]

It's not a reference, it's a popular meme.

[@parodox1000]

Since mythbusters ended, the modern rouge filled the gap I didn't know I needed filled. Keep up the awesome work guys!

[@chancedean5341]

I feel like it's worth noting that the sword being used makes a huge difference, for example the talhoffer is a fighters sword but not necessarily a cutter's sword. The sword being used at 14 minutes in is and Alexandria, very much a cutter's sword, and you can see the preformance difference is massive. You can also see in the blade shape and proportions that the viceroy is stiff and broad making it easier is it's play and geometry to cut with (it's a personal favorite) , and while the Munich is narrow it's quite long and stiff giving it excellent velocity. Also of note is that all of these swords are of a high end manufacture are in the 1000 dollar range, where a very serviceable entry level sword is around the 300 range. (The 300 dollar sword would also probably come with a sheath while the higher end swords do not, so you really do pay for that blade.)

[@daynarowden]

FYI: Karl learned how to cut using a $300 sword and can cut just about toas well with a Cold Steel as he can with an Albion. Form makes a lot more difference than the weapon. Yeah, cutting with the Albion and Viceroy are lovely. But Karl can shred with the Munich too.

[@chancedean5341]

@@daynarowden I am well aware, but alot of people watching wouldn't be. I wanted to highlight to other viewers that these are exceptional tools and it makes a difference, also that high performance cutters are different tools from what may be best for an actual martial application, spears don't tend to cut well, nor do daggers and short swords, however they are much better tools for harm in general because they fit different factors better. Double edged blades are at disadvantage as compared to a single edged blade, etc. And all these factors are worth explaining to someone who doesn't know about them. My comment had nothing to do with Karl or his cutting, but rather attempting to supplement the educational process of the video and it's content.

[@wobblysauce]

Hence the need to switch the blade face when cutting back.

[@blargkliggle1121]

It doesn't really matter since they're just cutting tatami. Despite the myth that it simulates human limbs/flesh, it's fairly weak. I've cut tatami with a dulled arming sword. I believe there's at least one or two videos of others doing it floating around.

[@chancedean5341]

@@blargkliggle1121 the best video I've seen demonstrating the principle is the segment John Clements did for the PBS ulfbert special, at least in my opinion. It's a great demonstration about how edge geometry, alignment, and form do most of the work. While yes anything would have got through, the traits of the cut are really effected when you look at the minutiae which is what I was trying to communicate, that and I was hoping to point out that equipment does make a difference, even if it's small. Buying the same shoes as Usain Bolt won't make me as fast as him but it's better than running in flip flops, even if he could still win in flip flops. ( weird analogy but I hope it made some sense.)

[@patrickhodson8715]

27:15 tho 😂 y’alls friendship is what makes this show. Anyone can be business partners on camera but y’all are just bros too, and it brings something to MR that you don’t find on most shows or channels.

[@myname-mz3lo]

both their first cuts were good . brian got a horizontal cut wich is pretty hard and it bounced off just right. you could tell the instructor was impressed at their beginners luck

[@filipe_paixao]

I fought whit poles and branches since I was 4 whit my neighbors for hours every day, for years, we had has base heroes and villains. We eventually started to bring different clothing and protective gear, whit lead to is being able to be more aggressive. Not long after we understand that our better protection was able to open doors to sturdier brunches and harder poles... Only after some years did we learn about martial arts, so we all thought about going for the same dojo/gym learn it but the majority were to different ones, We continued to fight every day and we started to integrate what we learned but whit the poles included. Only after 1 or 2 years we manage to do that efficiently. And at my age of 14 (10 years later), we started customizing our "weapons" and gears to better suit this. Now (age:20), we do tournaments every weekends, and we got 20 to 30 persons participating every time

[@KirkWilliams300]

When one of your HEMA instructors is on the thumbnail

[@peterjohnsson557]

Great work all around, guys! Very enjoyable seeing some Albions well used and taken care of :-) -Thank you! Please keep up the good work :-)

[@LunarEclipsism1]

I'm genuinely amazed that no one responded to you Peter! For anyone scrolling by who doesn't know, Peter Johnsson ^here is the swordsmith responsible for designing all of the beautiful swords used in this video, as the lead sword designer for Albion Armorers (a company that arguably makes the nicest medieval european swords in the world, at least for production blades that are made in limited runs). He is one of the most knowledgable and skilled swordsmiths on the planet. Peter, thank you for all of the great work that you do educating folks on medieval arms, creating incredible works of art, and letting people hold history in their hands. I've owned four swords you've designed and I look forward to owning many more. They have all exceeded my expectations.

[@LunarEclipsism1]

(I should probably clarify that by "all of the swords" I literally meant all of the actual sharp cutting implements used in the video. I don't know the provenance of the various blunt feders used for the movement training and the partner sparring demonstrations. But most of them are too ugly to have been designed by Peter, haha.)

[@sandozman6085]

Old post …. But, Peter thanks for all the albion stuff. Amazing knowledge. You should do a yt video on every albion, run them through their paces, and show them off.

[@dzren]

Great video guys! It was great to see some good instruction on this topic. Plus no reset to the injury counter! I am impressed!

[@ep_med7822]

The only way id be caught dead in a crossfit gym is doing HEMA

[@RunawayScott]

Also loved the Zelda reference, "It's dangerous to go alone."

[@ISAFSoldier]

Can vouch on how badass the 9 year old is, she's awesome.

[@vac3060]

You go to that place?

[@ISAFSoldier]

@@vac3060 Yeeeeep

[@vac3060]

@@ISAFSoldier cool

[@godzilla51196]

Is ISAF an Ace Combat game reference?

[@ISAFSoldier]

@@godzilla51196Well, I think my profile pic would give that away

[@tresalas6800]

why is this channel so fricken awesome? I get so excited when I get the notification.

[@tombard4994]

Great episode brothers you guys are ready to go back in time now and kick ass

[@soulessshadow5356]

I like how early on in the video the instructor is talking about sword safety and to point the sword down instead of out, and then like 3 minutes later Jason's over there pointing the sword out in front of him lol

[@widgets-widgets5210]

As ever, well done! Thank you for your work and sharing your enjoyment. Always makes my day a bit better 👍🏼

[@lokuzt]

nice Albions! the Viceroy and the Munich are around $2,000 each

[@JackSilver1410]

I was going to say, I wonder if they knew how much money they were holding.. I'd love to own an Albion, but I can justify a car a little more easily..

[@nextlifeonearth]

Just you wait and see what historical instruments cost. A decent lute can cost you 3k+. I could sell my gamba for 4k, and I got it second hand already. If you compare that to modern instruments, you can get a great guitar for less than 1k.

[@FellsApprentice]

And the Alexandria in Karl's hands, lots of money in that room

[@MadSodaz]

Always dig the longer videos, keep em coming guys!

[@flamegamer7127]

I like how they just shat on the safety rules immediately after they were safety cleared.

[@TheEraihiryuu]

Considering swords and very sharp swords at that, I was surprised by the lack of blood. Great show and loved seeing the "blood frenzy" at the end. ;)

[@Tradekraft]

I love when you guys do stuff like this.

[@kradrol]

I'm a proud member of the HEMA alliance as part of the true edge academy in salt lake city, utah.

[@speedy4873]

so today brian and jason add sword detectives to their resumé can someone please remind me of the rest of the resumé

[@JoeWalker98]

Maker's of pruno

[@KangasniemiJerri]

10 minutes in and I'm literally screaming at my screen to Brian to stop swaying and flailing around with that thing. It's sharp.

[@stevenshar1233]

It's like that scene in Mulan where the general is teaching his men how to fight and they're messing up everything

[@ComradePhoenix]

14:19 Actually, force is defined as mass times acceleration. However, acceleration is simply the change in velocity, which is direction and speed. And momentum is mass times velocity. So if the speed of light is the change in velocity (not physically possible, but assuming for the sake of argument that it is), then technically, the tail end of Brian's equation is correct. Power, however, is energy (which is force times distance) divided by time (i.e., units of energy per second). This concludes your basic physics lesson and video overanalysis for today.

[@call_merev4192]

Go away bad guys!

[@dr.amrynn4810]

It's interesting that we get to watch Geralt from Rivia learn how to use a blade! Seriously though am I the only one that thinks Jason would do a good Geralt?

[@TheStrangerous]

Dr. Amrynn This is the nicest thing anyone has ever said about me. I AM THE WHITE WOLF!

[@PaulHofreiter]

This is awesome, and also very useful! I’m just starting up with the longsword and dealing with structured power generation so the tips and instruction here was very enlightening in addition to what I’m already doing. Also entertaining as usual!

[@itsphillyson]

I just want to say you guys are f*cking awesome. Cheers gentlemen!

[@TheStrangerous]

mr daehk Cheers to you, sir!

[@thelordchancellor3454]

I’ve been waiting for a new HEMA episode!

[@ATayea]

Don't stop doing the things you do!!!! I really want you guys to blow tf up with subscribers so my mind rests at ease that my fav show on KZbin keeps going on 😣

[@Dotanberg1127]

thnx for putting my music on your vid :)

[@BrandtHughes]

Happy to, it's always nice to hear from the musicians! When I listened through the latest Chillhop Essentials, it stood out as a natural fit for our regular rotation of music. It's a really excellent track.

[@chrisedwards9156]

Hey guys I've been a longtime fan of the channel and subscriber .I love your content but I wish you guys would make a second version of the videos like this that just gets right to the skill that you're learning and how to do it or the meat and potatoes so to speak.

[@Lopez.Victor]

I mean this in the best way possible but you guys seem to just fail upwards and I love it.

[@vidyajamesu]

I cannot believe how cool this show is. It's been one hell of a ride so far and I hope it don't stop anytime soon. All of you were looking particularly roguish and attractive in this one. But y'all should learn some fistfighting; Boxing episode when? And after that? Robot Narrator: The Modern Rogue operates innawoods. (Military tactics and combat in the wilderness.)

[@zacharybarlow5319]

"Force equals momentum times the speed of light..." LOL!!!!!

[@Sareth94]

hey, it's that dude who made the incredibly helpful sword-sharpening video/tutorial!

[@vaporz109]

This guy’s swords are all Albions....must be winning mad prize money at those tournaments

[@healerdan]

14:17 had me in years. "Science adjacency" omg, editor. Thank you.

[@noellebarnes6826]

hahaha love you two so much that intro made me smile

[@micklane7306]

Not even a min in and I already love this ep too!

[@asdrugrohl]

I think I've been conditioned by you guys, right before seeing the notification I thought "I'm in the mood for some Modern Rogue"

[@gunnaryoung]

Holy crap, you guys are actually good at something!

[@1234brianatthedoor]

Karl Bolle is awesome. Your dedication to safety is admirable. Just FYI... perhaps at 22:54 with the sharp sword you don't want to be facing other people, lest your grip fail. I don't think Karl's grip would, but if you're carrying swords like milk maids the rest of the time...

[@1234brianatthedoor]

Seriously, this is totally awesome. I'm happy people are doing HEMA this way.

[@jajanaoko]

I love this video a billion times.

[@tcmyoda]

In Asian cutting tests, there may also be a piece of bamboo in the center to represent bone.

[@RockerMarcee96]

not really, that's super rare and I only saw westerners do it so far.

[@mty4821]

Again, watching your videos it's very interesting and well, funny! It feels like I'm one of you with 0 experience and doing things like that. Very good videos, always!

[@milokiss8276]

I can finally learn how to cut swords from a pro!

[@jacobynt6851]

When he said "it's dangerous to go Alone" when he lets then have the swords 😍😂

[@FellsApprentice]

Around Christmas, that Terry Pratchett, Hogfather meme about "you can't give a child a sword" is THE MOST shared around meme of the whole year

[@TheAngieIshmael]

I love you guys so much! Brian, you could make a great voice actor for the Joker!

[@thesaint5381]

been with modern rogue since trip tasting and devil pranks. could say this episode is up on my list of favorites

[@ethantrujillo9605]

Brians face at 8:34 when he realizes what hes done was priceless

[@mightyjoeyoung9741]

That guy is a literal sweaty try hard. He maintains a consistent sweat, impressive.

[@tzisorey]

My sword's name is Rottweiler - because if you don't treat it with respect, it'll bite you.

[@effigytormented]

I named mine Limb Thief. I named it after what it steals.

[@FellsApprentice]

Arcturus "guardian of the bear"

[@aidangregg-kriegel2889]

I think it’s fair to say that Anthony is part of the modern rogue nowadays

[@joshkw2328]

6:48 and thus a hero is born, and his name is Jason Murphy ⚔️

[@kolemeschke867]

I always love your vids. Keep it comin!

[@brain_drops]

As far as I'm concerned, Brian and Jason have the coolest job.

[@joshtony1]

Great video, as another comment said, blacksmithing and cutting with the sword's you make, get it done :D

[@Draylenn]

God, I fucking love this channel.

[@tylerreed610]

Cutting champ casually strolls in with $5000 worth of swords

[@KainaX122]

Yes. One step closer to being a modern day badass One question though: Why the hell am I never invited to this kind of crap?!

[@fakemint934]

“Or cut, if you will.” Line of the year right there.

[@andrewjohnson6716]

Holy crap! Carl's cutting is amazing!

[@SJR275]

This man has just managed to drain all fun out of swords for me

[@ducttapeful]

When yall first got the swords. My anxiety went through the roof

[@JomasterTheSecond]

There is nothing more badass than seeing two bearded dudes slicing shit up with swords.

[@gaskc]

Hey Brian and Jason, this episode is awesome! I'd like to see, perhaps, a follow up of how those technics with swords compare with the ones of Olympic fencing. ;D

[@Funny-kk8rk]

the end of the video be like: *cuts to someone dicing garlic with a greatsword*

[@nhankhuu5643]

Impressive teacher.

[@DirtmopAZ]

This was a pretty fun episode

[@oluayanbiola7566]

He seems like a good teacher

[@HxyitsIrey]

When they go up and down with the sword like waving it up and down, I see that so much in anime when they practice it was so cool to see it in real life.

[@romans6405]

Are Viceroy and Munich the new Brushwood and Murphy, I mean Tanaka,I mean Pippen, I mean Thunder, I mean... ?

[@dominicgerdes1294]

8:25 “that was not safe, that was awesome” needs to be a t shirt