Longsword and Saber/Messer Sparring With Commentary (7 April 2019)

[@DeathTheKid6778]

I wish people would watch these sparring videos more. It would be incentive to post more of them, obviously.

[@Ranstone]

Well, they're my favorite of his videos, so I'd also appreciate more of this content. X3

[@pjnoonan1423]

@@Ranstone, I concur.

[@redhammer92]

They are the whole reason i found and subscribed to his channel, so im inclined to agree. :P

[@metime00]

If you really want to incentivize them, patreon and request them there. There's optimizing for views and optimizing for patreons

[@robertbogan225]

Way better then i exepected and intense. Maybe they dont know what they are missing

[@aldor9357]

Daddy Skall is just leveling up his One-Handed

[@supergrassman871]

and his two hands (hopefully it heals)

[@joet.s.6283]

"Repeated impact could cause brain damage" as he repeatedly hits everyone in the head.

[@rajstream4768]

Lol

[@stefanlazarevic3520]

He is playing the long game if all his opponents become retarded he is going to have easier time winning

[@chanachon56]

Maybe he's just trying to prove a point to his opponent to not leave his/her head exposed too much? Ya know, knock some sense into them?? Bad joke I know. I'll see myself out now

[@Overdrive-19]

i dont think the point he was trying to make was: "dont hit your sparring partner in the head". But more like "be careful when you hit the Head, Dont flail on him like a caveman"

[@Scott-qq9jd]

I particularly enjoyed this video. I quite like the Messer, and I always enjoy seeing good Messer use. Your Messer use was a lot more like what I read in the treatises than usual. Good binds, winds, and grapples. A lot of videos of Messer sparring I see use it more like a short saber, but you used it like a Messer. Probably my favorite video of yours in some time.

[@mastathrash5609]

One handed or not , good to see ya sparring again. Right on. 👍🤘

[@nicolaskou7287]

Thanks for the commentary. That was a great class! I didn't even realize I landed the hit on Vincent in that last exchange.

[@bones1x285]

My favorite genre of your videos! You did well even with a crippled arm!

[@manueltoloza6007]

Lovely, ugh it's so frustrating wanting to train hema when there's no hema club in my town

[@aenaros6845]

de donde eres ?

[@MandalorV7]

Manuel Toloza I know. The closest one for me is an hour away. So no way with my old junky car.

[@manueltoloza6007]

@@aenaros6845 Temuco Chile

[@manueltoloza6007]

@@MandalorV7 I'd love to have a hema an hour away, the closest one for me is a 9 hour bus trip

[@Safiyahalishah]

The closest one to me would be several thousand kilometres to the west. T_T

[@piratepenguin2061]

Dude wtf, im subscribed, clicked the bell thing and still i have to actively search for your videos... do i have to send a hand written letter to youtube so they can understand that i, in fact, want to see your videos and be informed when you upload a new one?? Smh

[@sypherghain4349]

youtube bell doesn't work properly, dude. It actually doesn't work at all

[@potatomatop9326]

I would like to thank GOD and From Software for releasing the first ever legit trailer of Dark Souls 4!

[@zonk834]

potatomato :p more like sekiro; loving the deflect system!

[@raven75257]

Hidetaka said he wants to make story orientated game

[@gansetsukon]

Fancy seeing another potato here! s2

[@potatomatop9326]

@@gansetsukon hi broski

[@pongugy9828]

@@zonk834 not sponsored

[@nietschecrossout550]

There is not a single type of content that I enjoy quite as much as commented sparring. Stall I would love to see you do more commentary videos on sparrings!

[@Rhike]

I respect how much info you have in the description that's RELEVANT.

[@legendarytr1bal]

Rhike Mordhau when?

[@chadherbert18]

Nice sparring and commentary! Skall, you'd have liked the point system they used at National Tartan Day - 2 points for the sword arm instead of 1! Really messed up my point totals - I like a lot of belly shots and upper leg shots (used to be 3 and 2, but both were only 1)...

[@Ranstone]

Wait, two points for the sword arm, and only one for head and torso? Hmm... That seems like a recipe for bad habits... I don't want to be that guy who's pretending to be a keyboard expert, but in the sword-fighting I used to do, hand's didn't even count, as it taught people to attempt solid hits instead of relying on arm snipes. I suppose if you're hit in the hand, you're just as "Out of the fight" as if you got decapitated, but I'm still skeptical... Something tells me this is going to be my shower thoughts for the next week or so. Good food for thought...

[@Electric999999]

Why did they value the sword arm above the rest?

[@scottmacgregor3444]

@@Ranstone It's not one for the head. The head is 3 points, the sword arm and lower legs are 2, and the rear arm, torso, and upper legs are 1.

[@edwardsalo3481]

David because if your sword arm is disabled against an opponent skilled enough to disable it your chances of winning are almost nonexistent.

[@chadherbert18]

@@Ranstone Head: 3, Sword Arm/ Lower Leg: 2, Torso/Upper Legs/Off-hand: 1... Normal: Head: 4, Torso: 3, Leg: 2, Arm: 1...

[@Bobbyyyy1]

Keep doing these types of vids please. I love a real understanding of an actual fight

[@GaladorLP]

I noticed it only because the poll you made. Awesome video

[@anthonypetrillo841]

I’ve been watching Forged in Fire recently, and after watching the judges attempt to use the weapons they haven’t trained in, I’ve come to the conclusion that it would be really cool to have Skallagrim as a guest judge in the final round!

[@Gastroparanoid]

I saw your community post on this video. I genuinely enjoy these sparring videos, but I think the KZbin algorithm doesnt.

[@endrlock]

These sparring videos are my favorite

[@PedoPlueschi]

Damn Kat and Vincent going at it! I like the aggressive style they have with the longsword and follow-ups they make. Kinda want to make those sparring videos with my own group too

[@sweetrumman6496]

I don't think I ever rooted for Skall this hard.

[@adenkyramud5005]

Even if you don't know much about sword fighting you can still learn so much from this video. 10/10 would recommend watching.

[@M0oseTacular]

good to see these videos make a return, these sparring vids are my favourite type of video you make.

[@lukediehl1210]

Good to see you back in the saddle, and I love the mixed weapon sparring

[@castsmith6783]

can you make a sparring video using a gun?

[@thrownswordpommel7393]

What?

[@ragefury1817]

Gun fu

[@fukitall80]

Lmao need some good luck and kevlar if you wanna surviv gun fu sparring.

[@aletaris]

Bloodborne strats

[@Ranstone]

Already done! :D kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z6HHpp5_jtN-a8U

[@skyadventurer7574]

This was NOT in my feed and this is THE ONLY THING IVE SUBBED FOR

[@typorad]

Really appreciate the re play and commentary, it can be so easy to get lost watching unedited sparring. Those were some excellent exchanges

[@BigRexford]

Calling and editing the sparring matches like this really allows anyone to get into it . I have 0 exp sword fighting but was able to follow along and enjoy the fighting.

[@somedude991]

As a hema begginer ive gotta say these are my favorite of your videos, its great to see sparring and hear the commentry on what works and what doesnt. Keep up the good stuff

[@legendaryfiendlord7738]

good thing i check your actual page after i saw that poll, finally get a sparing video while youtube trying to get me to watch a video from four years ago!

[@mariabutton1181]

I would love to see more content like this! The commentary pointed out so much that I would have missed otherwise because of how quickly things can happen during a fight.

[@Yoderz]

I didn't even know this video existed until your poll. Glad I found it. I watched the whole thing.

[@SmileyD1125]

Sparring videos with commentary was the reason I subscribed to this channel. I'm surprised people don't watch these.

[@ProjectAtlasmodling]

Is it just me or is it always more interesting when you throw a langes Messer into the mix

[@Lizard_king25]

The lighting and quality are alot better in this sparring video, I love your discussion videos but sparing videos and definitely well appreciated

[@CaptainSweatpants90]

I honestly wasn't aware of this video until your recent post about it. I really enjoy this, especially with you explaining in detail who got what hits in and how they might have prevented it. I hope a lot more people will follow my example and watch this, I'd like more of that type of content.

[@travistowner7340]

This is pretty sweet. You are going through this at a speed which I can easily follow. I may be a member of a small minority of your viewers, but I definitely approve of this video.

[@Alcatraz78]

I'm here after seeing your post, I didn't have time to watch it when I saw the notification and kind of forgot about it. Now that I'm here I'd like to say this is a very good video, the commentary is probably my favorite part

[@wetootwaag]

I've been trying to find enjoyable HEMA sparring videos to watch, and so far this has been my favorite! Well done, Thanks you!

[@DontKeeptheFaith]

Videos like this would be good in a playlist.

[@konstantink.2127]

Finally, more sparring. This is how I noticed your channel, and this is what I liked it for. Blade reviews etc. You find elsewhere, but there is pretty much no good commented sparring footage of HEMA on the internet

[@mattfick5502]

Some really cool footage and commentary. And I don't see arming sword being used alone very often, so that was cool too

[@paavohirn3728]

Really nice video! It's great with the commentary, slow motion and showing the hits. Extremely informative.

[@travistuttle8375]

I really enjoy watching your sparring videos. Your commentary is wry and insightful as usual.

[@AJB-jr6ll]

Wow! The amount of footwork for this sort of stuff is crazy!

[@danioshea]

Oh, THIS is the video Skall was talking about. Probably would have watched it if I'd been notified it exists...!

[@Uhhh_Lemme_Check]

Loving it Skall! The algorithm doesn’t like that you did this but we do! You are awesome and keep up the great work

[@richardimmell5688]

Skall, this is cool stuff. I know it isn't your most popular type of videos, but I really enjoy them. Thanks!

[@TheOnewhOknOwz]

I enjoy these sparring videos greatly, tons of good pointers to remember and lessons learned through movement observations! Thank you !!

[@July-gj1st]

I heard almost no one watched this video, but it is great I’d love to see more.

[@Therathmataz]

Thanks for the footage and commentary I enjoy these vids a lot.

[@justdna4385]

I really love the 1 hand vs 2 hand, much more interesting than matching weapons.

[@MikaelKKarlsson]

Excellent narration and good video. The white sparring weapons makes it all exceptionally clear to follow.

[@maxwellsimon4538]

Wow, I can’t believe I missed this. Your sparring videos are really well done, and probably my favorite ones to watch

[@theapostatejack8648]

Really like these videos with your commentary. As an inexperienced spectator I find the insight you provide very helpful.

[@TommyTheCat83]

Thanks for the sparring video Skall and all participants. They're my favorite videos.

[@noxabellus]

Wow this is awesome! Glad the algorithm decided to show me your post about it even if it didn't show me this.

[@navigatorofnone]

I am amazed at the durability of all the swords you guys were using. 👍👍👍

[@coaldafish2339]

I don't know if you'll see this or not, however I'd just like to say that since I found your channel last week I've been binge watching your videos like crazy, this is exactly the channel I've been looking for, and even though I don't have a lot of money right now I'll definitely send whatever I can your way whenever I can, but anyways thanks a ton for the awesome videos, keep up the amazing work!

[@Lord_Epsilon]

I could watch these videos all day

[@oliviabean8264]

i have to say your form and footwork is better than in any of the videos of yours I've watched previously. I personally find injuries tend to increase my awareness of my own body mechanics but whatever the reason keep up the good work!

[@OceanHedgehog]

Thanks for the commentary and break down! It's great to hear what went well and how things could be improved.

[@josephlandingjr.4927]

These are among my favorite videos. I wish you would upload them more!

[@Skallagrim]

For some reason they usually don't get a lot views.

[@josephlandingjr.4927]

@@Skallagrim I just don't understand that. Thanks for the reply! Been following your channel for a couple years!

[@mattfick5502]

Got to say, I really like the redesigned thumbnail. It communicates a lot more, and I hope it gives this great video a bump

[@iandarwin373]

This is fantastic. Your content is always so informative. I have been designing an RPG board game with my friends for three years and have been trying to find ways to mechanically reflect the techniques this video displays. Your commentary is invaluable.

[@shawnwolf5961]

I had to watch it just now because of late work hours. But DAMN did I enjoy it. IDK why so many ask for these videos, then don't watch them. I hope you keep posting them, but if it's too much effort, you could always move them to patreon only.

[@legendhero-eu1lc]

Thank you for the video! All of you friends are super awesome! Oh, moments in that video are sad.

[@eliaperrone9106]

I love this kind of videos where you explain every single move!

[@THEpsycho404]

Man i love that longsword sparring, it just looks so cool. Looks much better than with Messer or Saber

[@mattmanbrownbro]

Yeahsssss!!! Thank you for this sparring breakdown, Skall!

[@badoobles]

Ok, this was a really good sparring session; a lot of good back & fourth. And seeing the one-handed vs two-handed was really interesting. AND you (unintentionally) demonstrated what it can be like fighting with an injury. I love watching these. I hope people give you the views you deserve, this is a good quality video. 😁

[@jaycenzimbeck7638]

Wow I usually don't get much from the sparring, but the commentary really helps give context and help me understand what is actually going on

[@kerdajan]

Last video you asked for suggestions - MORE OF THIS! Actually seeing people who have a clue what they're doing sparring is far more educational and interesting than all the hollywood flynning in film

[@PaulHofreiter]

Love this. I’m sorry I missed it at first and that it doesn’t seem to be a big number getter for you but I always appreciate when you post this stuff as someone trying to learn as much as I can alone.

[@TheDutchGame]

Do more of these videos Skal! As a beginner HEMA practitioner these videos are very interesting to watch. :D

[@Puckosar]

Game of Thrones would be so fucking cool if the fight choreography was done like this, being as practical and realistic as possible. I find this so much more engaging and entertaining than their showy, twirly style.

[@nolanstewart1570]

I love these types of videos! I hope to see more of them, let your arm heal though, your heal is above your youtube content.

[@Poohze01]

Thanks! I enjoyed both the sparring and your informative commentary.

[@jintaro97]

It finally appeared. Nice one , thank you. I really enjoyed this.

[@Boerner777]

First time I see a video like this on your channel. Really interesting. Will watch more, if there's more.

[@VulKus117]

Eyy! Was waiting for these 2 to return!

[@Soriichi]

This didn't show up in my feed but its in my recommend.

[@dartheinhorn1152]

This vid didn’t show up to a day after it came out your not the only one I’m having issues showing up

[@ckeesee6288]

I can definitely see an increase in your skill Skall. Very impressive!

[@brandonogden3498]

Thanks for notifying about this Skall, loving the sparring with your analysis!

[@xlRainlx]

Finally got down to watching this. Dont think these sparring videos are bad, just some of us dont have time to get to them right away :(

[@1425363878]

Love these so much for inspiration when writing sword fights. Hope your shoulder gets fixed eventually. 7:44 His attacker took a lunging step against him, throwing a low cut at his belly, right to left. Had S. not stepped out of reach in time he might have watched his entrails slide upon the floor. That would have been his end, but there was no time to contemplate such things. Quick as a cat he brought down his own blade in a savage slash. The crunch of bone and tendon rewarded him when the blade bit into his opponent's arm. 'Like a butcher with a cleaver,' his master had always said, not unkindly. Hand, wrist and blade all tumbled to the floor. His opponent gave a wince. 'End it,' his eyes were saying. The sight of him turned S.'s stomach so much that he had to look and reconfirm that his guts were still inside him. "Kill me!" the one-armed man demanded. S.'s head was spinning. "You know, that's my favourite cut," he heard himself say. "Evade first, then follow up with a quick slash to the arm." It was grotesque.

[@bassemb]

That was fascinating to watch and I learned so much! I wish we had a HEMA school here.

[@Jakal1391]

I'm glad to be watching this video today. I've just completed a traditional foil fencing class in college, and on the last day we got to experiment with the use of saber and epee. I found I much preferred the epee because of the larger valid target area and the lack of right of way rules. Hopefully I would enjoy HEMA even more, if I get the chance to try it!

[@justinyates5558]

Skallagrim, this is the stuff I really like on your channel. Weapons reviews are great, but I like how you use commentary during sparring. it's humble, accurate, and educational. Keep this up! BTW, you're good with the messer so stick with that until you fully heal because it's very entertaining!

[@opwards]

Watching this vid makes me excited for some reason. Ive trained for a few years (4-5) in other martial arts like muay thai and i really wish there was a hema club near me. The closest i can get is a club that competes in HMB and many members are part of team australia but they train an hour and a half away. Too hard to squeeze in. Would be a great skill to learn and practice and a great outlet.

[@SciFiGamer7]

Only just saw this now because of the poll. I wish KZbin would fix there stuff, awesome video I missed out on.

[@ViolettSnake]

Holy shit! best thing i've watched this month. Love this channel.

[@robertbeglaryan1320]

Sparring videos are the best ones

[@Dondlo46]

watching this is more satisfying than watching sword fight in movies

[@thogren]

I love this awesome stuff Sir! Thank you for the Wonderful content. It is hard to find good content that I enjoy in regards to these topics. Your production quality and accompanying narration is phenomenal. It is sad that your views on these specific videos are not getting the response they should. I can only comment on my account but I didn't see the video until I got onto my home desktop today. I am subscribed and had the notification bell active.

[@FarrYaweh]

Awesome commentary Skall. Learned a couple things watching here actually.

[@AzuriteCoast]

I love this video! Why didn't it show up in my feed?

[@aaronmenzie-w6q]

This was a fun video. I'm sorry I didn't watch it earlier, and that it's not getting many views. I enjoyed it; I hope you keep making these.

[@Hesric]

Thank you for a spar footage. Keep it up!

[@aymanayad7230]

I like to use these videos for reference while animating,the camera position really helps with that