An example of a "true" bastard sword / hand-and-a-half sword

The term longsword (or "long sword") is often incorrectly applied to one-handed arming swords (also called knightly sword or riding sword) in video games and pen & paper RPGs. And then there is confusion about what a "bastard sword" or "hand-and-a-half sword" is.
So in an attempt to clarify the terms I show a good example of a "true" bastard sword in this video, with a distinctive handle length and shape as well as overall size that makes it sort of a hybrid between a longsword and an arming sword.
Also included is a brief comparison to a greatsword, sometimes called a "true" two-handed sword or Zweihander.
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[@johnsmithfakename8422]

Bastard sword is the bastard child of a longsword and an arming sword.

[@quitwastinmytime]

Actually it only has one and half parents. The grip can't marry both hands.

[@Ciaurrix]

hence why its a bastard....lol

[@Rishkar-Peema-Pants]

Stolen comment

[@RockmanMegaX]

It’s also a cousin to the Asshole Axe

[@TranceCore3]

or it could have just been bastardized, which is a process that doesn't involve intercourse.

[@NumPad]

**clicks on sword link** **sees price** **closes tab** T_T

[@mozuesolympian2988]

1,000 dollars for that shit? I can buy the same thing in skyrim for 25 septims. Talk about inflation.

[@jaygrey69]

it's the import tax.

[@ToastiLP]

To be fair, all you need to do in skyrim is take an iron bar and some leather straps and throw them into a forge.

[@admiralwolf3982]

you can make one out of sheet steel, but trust me it wont be anything like the profesional sword. and its lots of work. if you want something to mess around with get some cheap steel for 10 bucks get ur angle grinder and make something simple. :)

[@miguelrodriguez-pineroriva6713]

toledan swords are a lot cheaper

[@shada0]

So it's like the bastard son of the long sword & arming sword.

[@trrebi981]

Bryan Johnstone Oh geez, that is terrible.

[@TheSteelEcho666]

Tristan Bigornia Just because they weren't married it's terrible that they had a kid? It's none of your business what happens between two consenting swords!

[@Knoloaify]

TheSteelEcho666 #swordshaming

[@sanfransiscon]

Bryan Johnstone Guys, it's SWORD and BOARD, not SWORD on SWORD! Dual Wielding is not natural!

[@Eebens]

SonOfMael wake up you idiot. Same sword marriage is completely normal

[@BlackBunik]

Ha sword with a soul of samurai is no match for swords distributed by strange women lying in ponds. They represent the true power of the government.

[@jeremy7157]

Are you repressing me? [TRIGGERED]

[@bannermanigans]

All those damned iron sticks stand for is the violence inherent in the system!

[@tnewton7834]

But the greatest weapon of all is a mandate from the masses!

[@wamlythecrabgod2199]

Well, I didn't vote for ya!

[@diabetusultrainstinct7737]

Listen, strange women lying in lakes distributing weaponry is not a basis for government

[@Wanderingsage7]

"The long piece of metal, not the illegitament child of an aristocrat." 'we've apparently have met different bastards then.'

[@marunomi]

*Illegitimate

[@yyangcn]

Oh look, my favorite weapon in Mount and Blade!

[@Ezio999Auditore]

"Out for a strool ar-" *38 experience earned*

[@wackyiowa724]

It’s my favorite too. I mainly use it two handed so recently I’ve used the “two handed sword” but bastard sword is still great.

[@stbblizzard7967]

And gothic

[@Rexir2]

One of my favorites for The Fantasy Trip. The output and versatility makes it great for many 13+ ST setups!

[@justgermanpleasexcusemywri3618]

Gosh bastard sword is so cool in warband.

[@SomeUnsoberIdiot]

A bastard sword is also versatile; you can use your offhand for a shield etc. as Skallagrim noted, but you could also change grips depending on the situation. Go in with a shield, and it gets broken or stuck or what-have-you? 2H time. Go in 2H, then find a shield or need to grapple? 1H time. Need to deliver a more powerful blow? Drop your shield and grab the sword with both hands. etc.

[@loofus453]

Fubuki reference?

[@RuSosan]

*Swords 101:* The pointy end goes into your opponent, the pommel is a lie, and never fart on anyone's balls. Any questions?

[@jaykfeatherwood3901]

Hahaha

[@RubbelisPro]

I loved that comedic cultist bit. Do more of those.

[@LoliconSamalik]

That's not cultist. That is what the Japanese believed back then. They believed that everything had a soul in some way or form.

[@RubbelisPro]

Yeah but cultists who are so wrapped up in Japanese culture surely would believe it as well.

[@MastaGambit]

Adam The word you're looking for is "weeaboo", dear.

[@GinHindew110]

Samir Malik but that was because of the shinto religion so unless the katana fanboys are shinto believers its just bullshit

[@RubbelisPro]

Samir Malik You really didn't have to type all of that man, I understand exactly where you are coming from haha

[@Xaevryn]

I gotta say, the Bastard sword is one of my favorites, just because you get that range of options for its use. You can go two handed, sword and shield, sword and buckler, use it while on horseback, and probably some other things not mentioned. So it gives you a lot of adaptability. And adaptability can be a powerful tool.

[@Fowsed]

Who gives a shit what it is called like. All that matters are its stats. Can you please tell us how much dps does it deal in the next video.

[@AdvancedPersistentDebt]

It deals 1d8+your strength modifier. If you crap on the blade the enemy must make a constitution save of difficulty class 12 or suffer infection.

[@eddymercan7487]

+Sheob 多形体 Depends on whether you use the sword the conventional way, use half-swording or the risky finishing move: End Him Rightly. You need a threaded pommel for that one though.

[@Poggle566]

+Sheob 多形体 It's actually very important. Longswords get a completely different moveset to one-handed swords.

[@MrHypoglycaemic]

+Ring0Resident Interesting how the 3.5 version get it all wrong when you think about it. As a bastard sword is be 1d10 and a longsword 1d8, I personnaly think it should be the other way around!

[@joeymcmuffin9133]

B strength and dex. its great for quality builds. Its especially good, because it can be enchanted with all enchanting spells

[@undergravitydownforce714]

When you watching random vids from a great youtuber and you click on an old vid with a different intro and It feels like an nostalgia but reverse? And amazing

[@kinnikuzero]

2:27 dark souls fans: *heavy breathing intensifies

[@Sicarius_Avindar]

As a Bastard sword and Falchion main (with Euro weapons), this is invaluable for explaining just what a bastard sword is! Thanks! Was struggling with the exact phrasing.

[@trueblueclue]

"It does not possess the soul of the samurai!" *stabs filthy weeb* This is the high brow entertainment KZbin needs!

[@knightavariel6642]

I wouldn't be surprised if someone used that part for the opening to a For Honor Deus Vult video, 10/10 loved it tho.

[@peithogoddess8932]

AGREED!!!

[@chickensandwich1589]

big... ole... anime tiddies! :3

[@IHateSmilingFriendsTheTVShow]

I know im 2 years late, but, you have an anime pfp

[@vek3681]

lmao

[@alfo278]

One thing that I feel needs to be mentioned about using a bastard sword in one hand; you have really huge reach compared to two hands, it was extremely effective to switch the grip and usage during a fight as it was not only a suprising element because of the sudden technique change but you also - out of nowhere - get a nice reach advantage. Which is great. Anyway, Thanks for the great stuff you post, Skall, you've learned me much. I really do hope you are getting better day by day (from the accident), good luck to you.

[@shadiversity]

loved the video mate and I agree with everything you say as demonstrated here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pJOVdKmalMage8U SO A QUESTION! I often wonder why a person would choose to use a Bastard Sword with a shield over an Arming Sword with a shield. To me it's kind of redundant. Yes there's the reach factor but it really isn't much (as shown in your video), so then why?

[@juancholo7502]

I believe the choice of a Bastard Sword over an Arming Sword comes down to versatility. If you might come under ranged attacks from bows, the Bastard Sword gives you the ability to use a shield in your off hand. If your shield becomes too damaged or lost, you can use the Bastard Sword as a Long Sword. Instead of carrying 2 different swords you only need to carry one. It might not be as effective as using a sword of the proper type, but it would cut down on encumbrance.

[@pixelatedvolume8051]

And expense!

[@JETWTF]

A bastard sword is what you would choose if you trained in both longsword and shield and sword techniques and your main kit is shield and sword. If you lose your shield on the battlefield or at camp and you are stirring the cooking pot and your shield is at your tent and your camp gets attacked you can properly use longsword techniques and on the other side of that it isn't awkward when using with the shield. If you just train in sword and board you wouldn't get a bastard sword and if you train only in longsword you wouldn't get one either, but if you train in both it is the most practical.

[@ProcyonDei]

Because it's so damn cool!

[@davynhainstock7503]

Because sums bastards wear that title like armour and may as well get the sword that goes with that armor

[@Crayfish]

It makes (kind of) sense to call the bastard sword, a "bastard sword". The arming sword (or the short-sword), is a "true" short sword in its own right, with shorter blade and handle. Same goes for the long-sword here, its a true longsword with longer handle and blade length. While a bastard sword, is not a "true" long or short-sword. It is a bastard, not a thoroughbred in the long-sword or short-sword bloodlines. Kinda cool.

[@JustGrowingUp84]

Bendik Eidshaug But a "true" short sword would be the roman gladius, or an ancient european bronze sword, both of which are noticeably shorter than an arming sword. Hell, some ancient bronze swords are classified by archeologists as rapiers, despite being in size closer to daggers. It's all silly modern lexicology, due to our need to classify stuff. Lindybeige uploaded earlier today a video on polearms, showing how silly our need to categorize stuff is.

[@JustGrowingUp84]

***** That's how I also see them. Yet, they are noticeably bigger and heavier than daggers, and are also used differently. Just goes to show how easy it would be to make a weird classification.

[@jimheaton9503]

Zombigotron Not strictly, if I remember correctly. George Silver used the term short sword to distinguish a normal backsword (ie 1h backsword at his period) from a rapier. I think shortsword=gladius or similar may be another D&Dism...

[@JustGrowingUp84]

Jim Heaton Well, there you go, it all depends on context and frame of reference, there are no universal definitions. Silver calls a backsword a "short sword", even though it's not a actual "short" sword, but because it is shorter than a rapier. Medieval manuals call longswords such, because they are longer than one handed swords. And what about viking swords, and frankish swords, and germanic and anglo-saxon swords? I agree about the D&D part, but my personal suspicion is that we, the modern people, try to impose a false classification system, simply for our convenience - because it's easier to throw swords into common bags, but this poses the danger of ignoring important details. For example: many late viking swords look quite similar to early arming swords, but they are actually quite different and are used quite differently.

[@jimheaton9503]

True. I think the idolisation of strict taxonomy is a modern(ish) thing - post Enlightenment thinking. Silver was pretty clear that the perfect length for a sword was measured from the physical stature of the wielder (which this thread amazingly hasn't touched on yet...)

[@zenku41]

That intro made me laugh so much haha "soul of the samurai "

[@VSO_Gun_Channel]

I love this historical perspective stuff. It's cool to see what was and then how it is reclassed after modern metrics are added. What a lot of people. Don't realize is that the threshold of human knowledge was reached in the late 1700s. Prior to that point, knowledge just wasn't generated at the same rate.

[@TSchnee]

That intro was absolutely stellar man, love to see stuff like that more often, was a damn good unexpected laugh.

[@EnCey2]

What about daggers, sword-breakers or even swords in the offhand? Would really like to hear about their use!

[@darththork99]

EnCey2 Using a sword and dagger was fairly common and had techniques of it's own, although the techniques were meant for Sabers and Rapiers rather than the with examples shown in the video. I believe Skal did a video on dual wielding.

[@ambrosiogiovanni6952]

EnCey2 If i recall correctly, Iberian schools of fighting styles (spanish and portuguese) favor the use of a lighter sword and an off-hand dagger. One interesting thing as well, Bastard Swords, were really popular with Iberians as well.

[@rubbers3]

***** It depends on school, i presume. Some say that the rapier/dagger combo is best (rapier for longer reach, dagger for parrying and closer encounters, when it's too late and back up really long rapier, as it's mostly stabber, and not a good cutter), whlie others might say that sword/buckler are better. First combo is optimised for offence with bits of defence, second is the other way around (talking about the offhand, not the sword itself)

[@nathanbrown8680]

***** The existence of parrying daggers that aren't really easier to carry than bucklers would seem to be proof that isn't strictly true. Big shields are great, but if bucklers were strictly superior to daggers the specialized daggers wouldn't exist.

[@ostlandr]

EnCey2 I use an "Arkansas Toothpick" in my off hand when I want to go two-weapon with my bastard sword.

[@scepta101]

Thanks for this video! I am working on a fantasy novel featuring a character who is meant to be a master swordsman, and your videos have helped me immensely in picturing his scenes and giving me an idea of what types of things he would say and do in regards to his craft. Also, he actually uses a bastard sword generally so this video has been particularly helpful in getting things about the character correct.

[@southernknight9983]

Perfect explanation. I half expected you to get it wrong like most other channels do. You actually holding a true bastard sword gave me hope. Well done!

[@Apepisaniceguy]

Not all people who prefer Japanese swords are crazy Skall, don't lose faith in us lol.

[@Skallagrim]

***** Don't worry, I'm well aware of that. :)

[@dylank10101]

A Japanese sword isn't that good, no unscrewable pommel, how can you end him rightly?

[@gerardfarresfranch7242]

dylank10101 Unscrew the enemy's pommel? Could work... Jus' sayin'...

[@psychocomytic9778]

dylank10101 throw the scabbard?

[@james501001]

***** hey, an irrelevant question for a bit. i know helmets usualy didnt have parts that stick out to avoid getting grabbed by the enemy. However what was the point of helmets like that ? www.christies.com/lotfinderimages/d53217/a_greek_bronze_helmet_of_cretan_type_circa_650-620_bc_d5321771h.jpg

[@MastaGambit]

Can we please talk about how Marth's sword from Fire Emblem is called "Falchion" when the blade he's wielding doesn't even remotely represent a Falchion? .-.

[@ckueckman]

MastaGambit Because in Japan naming things with names from another lenguage is ''cool'' (''Falchion'' is written on katakana iirc, much like ''Fire Emblem'' is written that way in the japanese games, so the most of the characters would most likely be saying things like ''Farchion'' and ''File Embruem'' and the like when mentioning them). Ya know, much like when people name things with Japanese names for the ''cool'' factor, tis' literally the same thing.

[@MastaGambit]

ckueckman Well I mean yeah sure maybe back in the day when FE Shadow Dragon was first created.

[@ckueckman]

MastaGambit They still do that shit ALL THE TIME, they just have learned to avoid things like the Falchion deal... most of the time.

[@AGrumpyPanda]

MastaGambit Or the fact that never once in history has the word "glaive" referred to a throwing weapon?

[@Andreu0rtin]

To be fair to the games Falchion is the name of the sword not the type of sword. Sure it is kinda of dumb but then you see the etymological meaning of Excalibur and you see that it always kind of is

[@Crimmo877]

The quality of your videos is going up and up Skall. On point, well explained commentary, useful props on hand, good knowledge base, nice recording gear.... Keep it up, it is very noticeable!

[@kano5256]

You and Shadiversity are my go to when it comes to bladed weapons of this kind. It’s really helpful in my own fledgling study, and for DnD with friends. Hell even my son is getting more interesting in your content. Keep up the great work

[@rpk321]

So....Arming sword-Bastard sword-Long sword-Great sword?

[@krustin]

Yup

[@poopdump2]

metalhead9619 and shortsword aka long dagger.

[@catman9222]

Amethyst Blade None of those possess the soul of the samurai tho.

[@krustin]

catman9222 The shoddy, scrubby soul.

[@yogsothoth7594]

catman9222 Nor imperfections that to counter you have to spend a huge amount of time and expense to partly remove by foiling.

[@idzoavitsi4211]

2 handed use only, UNLESS your name is THE MOUNTAIN!

[@MaxwellAerialPhotography]

I Dzoavits I GET HYPE!

[@geradosolusyon511]

Or guts

[@libertyprime2985]

Man i never get tired of saying it: You're my favorite youtuber.

[@Dante246100]

that bastard sword you use for an example is absolutely beautiful I hope to see a review of it in the future.

[@orkhepaj]

I thought the difference is the dice from d8 to d10 :O

[@MissZojaji]

Zag Zagzag It's a shame that I understand the reference... ;)

[@IIARROWS]

No Wathmoon, it's not.

[@javiergarrido1728]

Shame ? You should be proud XDD

[@yimello6267]

Zag Zagzag lmao nerd

[@calebreynolds9183]

Ah, I miss my 8 foot tall Dragonborn Barbarian. Adorned in mammoth fur heavy clothing with enchanted steel plates studded to the torso; A family-barbarian broadsword made of obsidian, bone, primitive cloth and leather wrap and operated with two hands. I got caught fighting another player once and totally cheesed the poor guy by using all my action points and just destroying the guy and setting him on fire to top it off. Roasted wood elf...good times, good times.

[@MassEffectReaper]

The sword I used most in Dark Souls 2

[@kimjanek646]

MassEffectReaper to bad the moveset one handed is the same as other greatswords :(

[@ANDELE3025]

MassEffectReaper DS2? Dont you mean Katana Souls 2?

[@KalaamNozalys]

Kim Janek Let's hope that in Dark Souls 3 it will have Straight Sword moveset while one-handed and agile greatsword moveset (Mirrah/drangleic Sword) while Two-handed! Automatic main weapon for me! \|T|/

[@Kuhlfurst]

MassEffectReaper No stab R2. Claymore is better in PvP. Bastard is definitely the prettier of the two though.

[@kingkwon8002]

\O/

[@shadow0thehedgehog]

I love your sense of humor so much. Keep making great content and great jokes.

[@jjd4034]

Skal, I think your videos are getting better! Good job with it! I love hearing the technical bits.

[@TwoHeartsLeft]

Was literally just like... "wish Skall uploaded" and then boom

[@politic17]

I can't believe it, I learned a lot from Souls games about weapons and armors, this is the first time that I really get to test my knowledge about swords. Thanks Souls games and thank you for the extra infos

[@masai222]

It's nice to see you sword skill has been greatly improved from you early video us.

[@Daniel-ng4sj]

The legend never dies.

[@LEECHESANDCREAM]

Long... sword? Well this is getting too technical for me.

[@grahamlopez6202]

It called a long sword cuz it's a sword that's also long and a sword

[@grahamlopez6202]

@@bellepeppermint yeah it's pretty complex, if youd like I can also explain battle axes, but you're on your own for spears

[@grahamlopez6202]

@@bellepeppermint yeah man spears are wack. It's like spear but plural so theres more spears and idk about that shit dude

[@neckbeardmcgee9611]

@@grahamlopez6202 ever hear of a short sword? no, of course you havent. its too complicated for the average mongoloid to understand. **spits on the floor in disgust**

[@subbss]

***** I can see a lot of editing work went into this video, and it turned out really well! I like when you suddenly as if by magic had a shield and then a buckler, looked good. Also ofc stabbing the imaginary voice off camera in the beginning gave me a chuckle as well. Good explanation of the differences between the 3 types of swords.

[@killgora1]

Thanks for doing this vid. It answered a question I've wanted answered for a good amount of time.

[@CamoCam0]

So how do flamberge or flame bladed swords hold up as actual usable weapons? are they just decorative?

[@GunFunZS]

CamoCam0 There are some of both. Some swiss used flaberge great swords. Some moro kriss were definitely used, but the shapes are definitely for mystical decorative purposes. Some people will say that the wavy shape gives you a longer effective cutting edge per blade length, but I don't really buy that it is a meaningful advantage, vs more length per weight.

[@francescosirotti8178]

You can find a wavy edge even on some pole arms, it wasn't that rare. I think it's a psicological advantage (your weapon looks more intimidating), and I don't think it matters that much. But I guess a wavy edge may act a bit like a saw edge without being wider,inflicting a larger wound... I don't think it was a major advantage, but sure it looks cool!

[@TomatoBreadOrgasm]

CamoCam0 They were great for cutting massive loaves of bread, common in those days I'm sure.

[@koleary1798]

Ok, I dont have any knowledge on this, but surely a wavy edged blade would be easier to pull out of an enemy once thrust into? As far as i understand, the early stages of rigour mortis set in almost immediatly. Therefore, a blade with a wavy edge would create a thrust wound greater in size then the actual blade, making it easier to pull out. This is literally just speculation, if im right I guess im a genius ha

[@GunFunZS]

Blades are not difficult to pull out of flesh. That whole suction thing is pure fallacy.

[@datpolakmike]

What are your thoughts on the sword-staff?

[@xandolio865]

Another good video. I always enjoy learning this stuff from you, Skall!

[@cajagato]

Dude, nice edit between "You can use a shield with it or a buckler." That was so smooth.

[@mr.x8468]

take a shot everytime Skall says sword

[@JoshuaThomasHayward]

This just popped up on my phone whilst I was using the Bastard sword in Dark Souls 2. Heh

[@ToastiLP]

***** Which is a really shitty weapon btw, better dual wield straight swords

[@kubajankowiak112]

better get a zweihander.

[@Askorti]

"better dual wield straight swords" said nobody in real life ever. :P

[@dronz3881]

***** You mean: Is actually just a greatsword?

[@Coldkill2001]

***** Best greatsword in the game imo. Nice moveset. Got them nice switch ups

[@nihao123456ftw]

Great video; gives a lot more info on what separates the different kinds of swords, as opposed to Lindybeige's "This is a longsword because it feels like a longsword to me".

[@Dakotablevins5245]

Thanks for the link, I immediately fell in love with the bastard sword. Keep up the good work, Skall.

[@AeolethNionian]

One of the things I was really happy about in 5th edition d and d is that they removed bastard sword from the weapons list. And a longsword is still a sword you can use in one or two hands. It used to be a bastard sword was a sword that you could only use in two hands unless you had exotic weapon proficiency. And on the weapon graph it looked like a bastard sword was claymore sized and a longsword was a regular longsword. Now there's no weapon graph and it's up to your imagination.

[@Argorok87]

Love the way you always stamp on the weebs.

[@counterblast3885]

Thanks for clarifying on what a bastard sword is, I have tried and had a hard time trying to research it in the past.

[@ThomsonBR42]

Thanks for the video great way to clarify the differences in the swords and I'll make sure to check such differences before I purchase.

[@jeannebouwman1970]

If it's a longer sword they would call it a long sword- brilliant

[@TomatoBreadOrgasm]

HAH! You just had to get in a dig at the katana cultists, huh? Can't say I blame you.

[@benmasta5814]

your "attempt" at explaining basically made me an expert

[@011CJ]

I'm so glad I found your channel .one more source to help me keep my blade smithing closer to historical accurate . I'd rather watch 20k vids about awards then read about them .

[@danny90099]

So how many stats i need to use it effectively

[@NDOhioan]

Just put it all in DEX and spam R1.

[@alicearkhangel9840]

OhioGentleman scales with strength, too

[@kevinshrum1442]

Where did you get the one and a half sword

[@Skallagrim]

Here: ww4.aitsafe.com/go.htm?go=kultofathena.com/product.asp?item=AA194&name=Arms+%26+Armor+English+Long+Sword&afid=28632&tm=14&im=1

[@kevinshrum1442]

thanks

[@steam_station]

Can a bastard sword be classified as a one handed longsword?

[@asayospacegoat6384]

Here we go again...

[@heavymetaljess_]

This video was extremely informative for people just getting interested in historically accurate weapon information.

[@spektr540hemi]

Hey, thats my T-shirt!!! Great videos. Bastard swords are at the top of my favorites...for what ever reason I simply like them.

[@rufus7207]

But they won't end him rightly.

[@Ilikewater-andice]

*[pommel throwing intensifies]*

[@DrewPeabaws]

Rufus I can’t read this is any other accent than one from the Deep South... ...yee haw

[@cameronnedland410]

+Skallagrim, how would claymores fit into this taxonomy? Would they count as "longswords"?

[@Skallagrim]

+Cameron Nedland I'd say claymores are kind of in between longswords and greatswords. Closer to longswords though.

[@Froggy711]

+Skallagrim is "Claymore" a medieval term or a modern one? Also, sometimes you see a wrapped blade or extended handle above the crossguard on two-handers... what is it called and what is it for?

[@CarnalKid]

+Froggy711 That is called a ricasso.

[@Lt_Voss]

+Froggy711 Dunno the name for it but those grips you'll most commonly on swords we call "great swords". They're there to let you grip above the crossguard because great swords are very long (extremely so), so when you eventually fought your way into the enemy formation your enemies would likely be too close together to effective swing your giant sword, so you'd grab that handle above the crossguard to half-sword, or turn your giant sword into a makeshift spear.

[@johnpershing5723]

A claymore is neither. A claymore is a big fuckin' slab of sharpened metal imbued with the spirit of a blood-thirsty Highlander fighting to protect the lands of his ancestors. It is wielded by another bloodthirsty Highlander also fighting against the invading English. When the Scot wielding the sword is felled by a flow of at least

[@victoriansword]

I am looking forward to your review of the A&A English Longsword!

[@BlutigerTroll]

Best intro you've made so far!

[@AveryCloseCall]

I thought this was pretty clear: ”Can it be used well with one hand and with two? Bastard sword.”

[@rufoolish]

Someone should try a drinking game from every time he said 'sword'.

[@cansnake]

people would die

[@sasquatchhadarock968]

My favorite sword variety has always been the bastard. Thanks for the video!

[@8dukesbats4]

i love your/yalls channel!! any video u put out is entertaining no matter the subject thank u for all the good stuff

[@cissuperdroid]

Man, Dark Souls had me going! Thinking a Bastard Sword is akin to a greatsword/Claymore and longer than a Longsword...

[@robb4044]

I don't really think it's nit picking to say that what a manufacturer calls their reproduction replica product is wrong; correct is correct and wrong is wrong. So, call it like you see it.

[@Nusma]

8:18 Nice edit. I really like this transition.

[@Usmcar15682]

probably the best explanation of a bastard sword and how one can use it. Thanks.

[@EclipsisTenebris]

What always grinds my gears is when they call certain polearms lances when they are clearly not designed to be use by cavalry.

[@MedievalSolutions]

Dracul JOSHI One of my neighboors once called halberd a lance.

[@EclipsisTenebris]

Raho Vart As a swiss person... that hurts me somewhere deep down...

[@Uryendel]

Dracul JOSHI "lance" is the french name for "spear" and the name come from the verb "lancer" which mean "to throw" so it's definitely not restrain to cavalry spear.

[@EclipsisTenebris]

Uryendel Not in english. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lance The term from the 17th century came to refer specifically to spears not thrown, used for thrusting by heavy cavalry, and especially in jousting. A thrusting spear which is used by infantry is usually referred to as a pike. -quoted from etymology

[@Uryendel]

Dracul JOSHI "A lance in the original sense is a light throwing spear, or javelin." don't only pick the part that arrange you, it's a name who came from french like Zweihänder came from german so you can't reject its original use.

[@kubajankowiak112]

Skall what is you'r opinion on the ( Spartan Cultists ) It's the new trend Spartans were the best warriors!

[@thatchannel195]

This isn't just bias from a Greek American but they were probably some of the best warriors of the ancient world second only to the Romans in thr prime.

[@matthewgg9286]

Thanks for telling me the differences and capabilities of the bastard sword and the longsword

[@bobbypham5706]

I'm liking this guy more video by video. Good explanation of the bastard/long/arming sword, very educational

[@cbr600rrturbo]

Bro did u see my hand made sword? Its my favorite blade

[@Skallagrim]

***** Must have missed that video but I'll check it out.

[@TalZadios]

***** Where did you buy your zweihander?

[@Skallagrim]

Damien Young ww4.aitsafe.com/go.htm?go=kultofathena.com/product.asp?item=PC2065&afid=28632&tm=14&im=1

[@dontforgetyourkys8086]

***** hey I've been watching your channel for some time now but I've never caught a name is there a reason or have you just not said it yet ?

[@Skallagrim]

Robert Rhodes Everyone calls me Skall, including my spouse. :)

[@BurgerFred1]

2:30 POWER UP THE BASS CANNON

[@jeremy7157]

Dammit, beat me to it by a year.

[@samuelstout8375]

I saw this video the day after I got my new hanwei longsword, and it made my day!

[@soundaddiktion2006]

I love your videos, it's great to learn about swords, and bucklers and how they were used. I like to play fantasy RPG/DnD but knowing swords and shiz is a real advantage to give attention to detail.

[@quickattackfilms7923]

So Aragorn's sword = Bastard sword. That's all I need to know to know that I love me some bastard swords.

[@MrAxeswinger]

+Quick Attack Films Longclaw = Bastards Bastard sword ;)

[@quickattackfilms7923]

Eh whatever. I still like the sword.

[@LennyLenward]

+Dark Dreaker Whoah, I just looked it up and the blade is huge. I never noticed that when I watched the films.

[@LennyLenward]

+Dark Dreaker I just looked at it. The blade is as large as a great sword's blade.

[@Gex9z]

No. Aragorn's sword (Anduril) is specifically a longsword, and feels clumsy when used one-handed. It's only slightly shorter than the minimum length for what would be considered a greatsword.

[@bananian]

but is it made of valarian steel

[@averysutherland201]

Valyrian*

[@averysutherland201]

You'd know that if you read the books

[@bananian]

Insane 3842 The book can't be that enjoyable if you have to brag about reading it for you to feel gratified.

[@austing5951]

+bananian all he's staying is that it is written in the books, also books generally have a greater depth of lore.

[@bananian]

Austin Gravestocks k

[@smolguy3641]

Skallagrim, you are awesome, please keep on doing this.

[@planetaoruga]

I was drawing a bastard sword and this was just what I needed as reference, great video!

[@CocktailCentral]

John snoooow

[@019420072]

Ben Ashton I just realized that the Longclaw (Jons sword) is a bastard sword.

[@QurttoRco]

Yeah Longclaw is a bastard sword but its pommels is badly shaped

[@NonApplicable1983]

They're very blatant about it in the books.

[@019420072]

Well shit, could've looked cool... I obviously haven't read the books.

[@rainingsteel8162]

Rodrigo Ugarte I'm not sure about the classification in the show but in the books the classification is different than in real world(by Skallagrim's classification). In the novels longswords are one handed swords(what we would call arming swords), and bastard swords(or hand and a half) fall in between longswords and greatswords.

[@TimmyTurner421]

Are there any KZbinrs like Skallagrim who are more specialized in ancient fighting styles?

[@omerkadric4671]

***** Lindybeige has some nice stuff :D

[@johanstevens5824]

Scholagladiatoria

[@TimmyTurner421]

Jean-Louis Stevens I know Scholagladiatoria, but Matt only talks about the Middle Ages. I'm more interested in Classical Antiquity, you know, ancient times in the Greek and Roman world. Omer Kadrić Thanks, I will check it out!

[@yogsothoth7594]

***** Whilst he isn't exactly a specialist Lindybeige talks about ancient weapons and styles a far amount.

[@adrenochromejunkie]

Lindybeige, Scholagladiatoria, and I forgot the other guy's name. Thrand or something.

[@cerberus8666]

This was excellent, how could anyone argue with that. Clear distinctions.

[@enricotonon5410]

Clear as always. The intro is epic too XD

[@VreelDanelli]

Anyone else name their bastard sword "Jon Snow"? ...just me? Okay... ( ._.)

[@eccentrichorse11]

But then the sword would not know how to cut.

[@jabadahut50]

didn't jon get the bastard sword "Long Fang"? I'd rather name my sword that.

[@arrowtt3364]

@@jabadahut50 It was called "Long Claw"

[@KaiserFranzJosefI]

@@jabadahut50 Long Claw is a normal long sword

[@jabadahut50]

@@KaiserFranzJosefI is it? I could have sworn the book called it a bastard sword cause mormant made a joke about a bastard sword and it's wielder bieng a bastard *shrugs*

[@M1K2Y]

so i guess a bastard sword is not a true one handed or two handed. like how a bastard isnt a true son/daughter

[@jig-ga]

nice editing bro, keep up the good work

[@Angimon]

That bit when he switched from a shield to a buckler left me in tears. I just wasn't expecting it lmao.

[@GeorgiosD90]

Nothing beats the one handed sword and shield combination

[@baconghoti]

Quite a lot, in fact, does, sometimes. Sword and board is a situational style known to fail against even non-pointy pointy sticks. The only definitively bad fighting styles has be turning up armed with soft fruit. Even the black-pudding fighting style has killed somebody XD

[@GeorgiosD90]

Bacon Fish I prefer the going to fast down the stairs killing method or the car crashing combination even though they also get beaten by the non pointy seatbelt and/or the careful observation tactic. I also did not consider bullet shooting weapons, sniper rifles and weapons of mass destruction or Wolverine's claws, so the shield and sword combination can be considered optimal and maybe that is why it was used for thousands of years

[@FEARSWTOR]

The Peasant Flail would like a word with you. I love sword and board, but that thing will ruin your day.

[@GeorgiosD90]

Velius Do you know what ruins the day of the Peasant Flail? Everything else har har!

[@FEARSWTOR]

+Scho0rschi True, though in a line battle they can really do a number on a shieldwall. I find flail and shield is a good counter for sword and board in single combat, just need awareness so you dont tangle up or ding yourself in the head

[@DoclightmegamanX]

all right all right I'll subscribe already. You have so many solid videos. Love it.

[@gustavobarros3876]

Dude, You are really awesome! I hope someday HEMA might grow here in Brazil, such a great deal should be much more shared. :D

[@johnhmaloney]

I've heard the term bastard sword for about as long as I've been collecting (almost 20 years), but I've never really been clear on what it meant. Thanks for the clarification.

[@treatb09]

very informative. i also learned a really awesome technique i've never thought of before.