Swordsmanship: The Basic Types of Defense

[@fixfaxer3]

Really enjoyed the editing of this video.

[@Skallagrim]

It was too freaking time consuming and I ended up still stuck editing in the middle of the night on several days. So I'm glad folks enjoy it.

[@SomeGuy1117]

Sykkel_Knut +

[@seraphim1210]

Skallagrim enjoy it? Are you kidding? It's awesome, entertaining and I love it. The whole lex thing was awesome! Great job, sir skallagrim!

[@Skallagrim]

Thanks. It's Llaks by the way (Skall spelled backwards). :)

[@Gman-109]

My favorite video you've made so far - kids love it too, now they're googling how to edit a video like this. Very well done, informative and entertaining both.

[@earth.otherwise8657]

I love evil Skall. So evil he doesn't even cast a shadow.

[@ElliWoelfin]

Llaks is pretty great.

[@madao7865]

He _is_ the shadow.

[@Red_Lanterns_Rage]

he's so evil that he uses a sword that has no pommel he's so evil he once ate 3 crunchy chicks he's so evil....that his own shadow ran away LOLZ

[@1kantreed203]

Earth.Otherwise he reminds me of all the edgy teens in high school

[@CoffeeSnep]

I guess he must be a vampire or something.

[@michettk2125]

Couldn’t pay much attention to what you said, had way to much fun with the twin.

[@pleasenohate7505]

You had fun with his twin?👬🏻

[@ezekielshorizon6]

This sounds like a porno plot 😳

[@shaneziegler2555]

Ayyyo

[@firestorm165]

"Types of defense" Form 3 lightsaber practitioners: *heavy breathing*

[@bobnib2328]

Heh

[@ajanifenty7203]

Pretty sure form three is soresu

[@tyrfang]

Makashi is form 2

[@sirxarounthefrenchy7773]

I see you're a man of culture as well

[@No-ms3hj]

Form 3 is soresu, famous for Kenobi while form 2 is Makashi, famous for dooku. Form 3 is very defensive and was originally made for deflecting blasters. In duels, an experienced Form 3 user would slowly weather the attacker's stamina and patience. Meanwhile, Makashi was made *to* duel. Graceful and minimalist, Makashi is akin to fencing techniques and uses the user's grace and Minimalist moments to attack, react, and Dodge faster and more effectively. Both are pretty epic forms

[@alfatazer_8991]

If good Skall is a Pommel Wizard does that mean Evil Skall is a Dark Katana Wizard?

[@benerdick_cumberbiatch]

Alfatazer _ Evil Skall is a Dark Pommel Wizard.

[@b4ttlemast0r]

Dark Katana is an OP Wep in TABG

[@frankknox9127]

Alfatazer _ Good question.

[@lemmegetuuh7716]

Your profile pic is uh..let's just say I like that artist lol

[@lemmegetuuh7716]

Terence Fletcher it's not appropriate,there are kids here lol

[@themagikarpmaster4105]

"this is my evil twin" Proceeds to beat the shizt out of him.

[@felipestifens6685]

Follow the River hahahahaha he's not evil, he's just been pushed around for too long LOL

[@Sicarius_Avindar]

Makes you wonder who is really the evil twin

[@schechter01]

He isn't evil, just misunderstood.

[@whocares8910]

Schechter Arts so true

[@mymom7301]

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[@clementbeziat7198]

I was writing a scene where one character is about to explain to another how to defend herself with a sword and you post this video at the exact same time... Are you god ?

[@shawnwolf5961]

Clément Béziat When he wears his hair down he does look like Norse Jesus!

[@clementbeziat7198]

I prefer his evil self tho, 'cause you know... He is evil and stuff

[@reedy_9619]

Oh un francophone Vraisemblablement

[@clementbeziat7198]

En effet, ravi de voir que je ne suis pas le seul :)

[@CoffeeSnep]

Hey! I'm doing that in my book! Stop stealing my generic ideas!

[@H4Di-4D3L]

You need to bring your clone more often in your videos.

[@milesmatheson1142]

*twin

[@abdallhmohamed6442]

Agreed

[@M4x0L4VV]

Doubt you will see him a lot, that looks like a lot of editing to sync everything as well as Skall did. But agreed that was awesome

[@Daimon-X]

Skallagrim: The Clone Wars...

[@IllBeaAround]

Daimon X topical

[@dilonr9745]

Its treason then

[@Siegmernes]

I'm very angry that you didn't use the chance to call it Skall wars: The Clone wars xD

[@rogersy6742]

Siegmernes i was thinking the same thing lol

[@Madwizardx2000]

Execute order 66

[@KageRyuu6]

But which is truly the evil one here? The one who we are told is evil? Or the one that remorselessly bullies the other? lol

[@NDOhioan]

If you end him rightly, you will be just like him.

[@TalnsScar]

"Either we die a hero or live long enough to become a villain."

[@skitariiranger4346]

From my point of view the Jedi are wrong

[@ErixOn]

I am an editor and it baffles me, how he arranged every swing and clang to connect so well. This is some top notch stuff!

[@Skytreader331]

It’s probably his brother 😉

[@Ninjamanhammer]

5:38 Skall is such a good swordsman he can strike through the blade of his opponent!

[@venator5]

Ninjamanhammer Noo he just glitched though the sword.

[@irpsicologiayeducaciongrup8251]

Ninjamanhammer It's Ghost Sword, a lv 100 ability for the Swordmaster. It basically an unblockable hit that also ignores armor. It's very spammable.

[@Ninjamanhammer]

I hope they'll nerf it in the next patch.

[@irpsicologiayeducaciongrup8251]

Ninjamanhammer Yeah, that i hope

[@errorcode1sm399]

5:38 so skilled his sword goes through the opponent’s sword

[@daedalus5253]

Ghost sword👻

[@caravan3636]

Like in movies, except the blade goes thru plate armour.

[@elementalarcano]

It is a op power

[@donmosquito7868]

Skal always wanted to be an actor.

[@setiawansetiawan5103]

one can see that from his ancient videos

[@remington2216]

This is very true. It's his inner desire.

[@johan.ohgren]

Only he's to much of an introvert to actually be one..

[@bretalvarez3097]

That's some top notch editing Skalla

[@YerbaDelDiablo]

Making this video had to be really strange experience.

[@blackfin2389]

Evil Skall should do a Q&A and give his opinions on certain fighting techniques

[@Skallagrim]

Hmm... I like the idea. :)

[@josephthompson1983]

No wonder Llaks is evil, you do nothing but make him look bad in your videos.

[@kaimagnus5760]

Joseph Thompson Are we sure Llaks is actually the evil one? Lol

[@PALWolfOS]

He llaks the freedom to branch out and do his own thing - and he’s salty about it

[@rainmod8681]

Joshua Samm You sir are a genius at puns

[@Anino_Makata]

Although, he has only made 2 official appearances in the channel, so far (3, if we're counting Skall's latest katana review). So, we can't say that for sure.

[@qwertycal1707]

Does your evil twin make evil hema videos?

[@reedy_9619]

With two bucklers?

[@xluca1701]

Reedy_ Worse... with Katanas

[@surgeeo1406]

I so want this to be real...

[@scottmacgregor3444]

Don't forget the spinning and jumping.

[@loreseer9553]

Oh yes, those flashy movie ones especially...

[@TheStygian]

So evil he doesn't have a proper shadow. You got me there! Lol

[@vedymin1]

At least he's not sparkling in the sun you know :)

[@jestfullgremblim8002]

@@vedymin1 haha

[@shawnwolf5961]

I love this video and the format of having your evil "twin!" Please do more of these! "Watch out, flying pommel" LMFAO, I laughed so hard 😂😂

[@lordfawful2329]

I read this as I saw saw that part. Strange coincidence.

[@froschnmaximus9108]

....is this magick or CGI.... well done Skall, love it.

[@milesmatheson1142]

Both? Magick CGI?

[@thomasromans8813]

Obviously

[@bosknight7837]

Froschn Maximus Yes

[@Lvl1assassin]

Low mana

[@corvax8644]

Why are you making this so complicated? Just press down B

[@Youtuubpewp]

B-B-A-B-X-B-B-A-Y Easy!!

[@zubetube7111]

“I’m so evil I don’t even have a shadow” 10 million IQ

[@brutalbruciexadr8730]

I know of only one technique. This sword technique has guaranteed my success in many battles. This technique has enabled me to become the super tough and super edgy man I am today. This technique is known as... RB RB RB RB RB RB RB RB RB RB RB

[@XianWangTheo]

in japan it were L1

[@killerbug05]

Okay orochi 😂

[@LarryGarfieldCrell]

Skall's video editing skills have improved dramatically. As has his script writing. More Evil Skall!

[@liamz0325]

Being attacked in a dark alley with a sword happens to me everyday!

[@CoffeeSnep]

BloodMoth you should probably tell the police about that...

[@kaimagnus5760]

Maybe you should end him rightly so the guy stops coming back for more.

[@hussienshinobido7909]

Bloodborne-Dark souls?

[@thecrabempire5767]

Ethan Metcalf you do realize it was a joke right?

[@vardmardrhrolfskogr9009]

Bruh same😂

[@lordjs9726]

This is the best Skall and Skall 2 video this far. In others it doesn't look like second Skall is there for real. In this one it does 'cause there's no tiny edge around him or such stuff that tell you that he was added in post production.

[@przemyslawwoznica5981]

Hey he is real.He has just come from the other dimension.

[@Black7apex23]

Okay now i actually want to know how Skallagrim made such good editing that it actually convinces me evil skall is really there, and hollywood with all their money and exp cant do it half as good???

[@necromancer6405]

What about Parent Trap?

[@ottomansipahi8208]

this is not pro editing, this is magic

[@opguidler]

well i must say that this vid has the perfect balance between being funny and being infomational. thanks a lot for such entertaining content skall

[@zackS11099]

"Stop moaning!" "Pfft, it hurts man..." This video is too good, it needs more views. 😂

[@michalsliwczak]

Loved the idea (and execution) of Llaks! Keep up the good work :)

[@mypa_pf]

THANK YOU SO MUCH OMG. most of the videos that i have watched for animating swords, they never give credit to the animators usually. also, thank you for teaching me a few blocking poses, or you probably know it as just a sword fighting move.

[@kingduckie9135]

When your master cuts are so strong they faze through your opponent's blade and hits them

[@G10M13]

I play blade and sorcery all the time so I’ve always wanted to learn how to properly fight with the sword very useful video

[@sebastiansibley7357]

Can we talk about this top notch editing plz like at first I thought the sound effects were real

[@jeevesvargus5353]

Sebastian Sibley, dude I know. And the editing of the two shots together is SEAMLESS. Absolute masterpiece

[@ObsoleteVodka]

I like how you are using that beach for sparring demonstrations more frequently. I always thought that's a kickass background for a swordfight!

[@alelarsen99]

"a flying pommel" I died Dude you can be proud: awesome editing, very interesting, and even funny

[@BE02Raziel]

Still abusing your clones I see. (Love these video effects you're going for recently. Must be quite a lot of work but the pay off is definitely worth it. Loving your work as always.)

[@eldaxeruskalocraw4213]

The editing is just so good, and that's a very useful video. Could you talk about defensive moves with other weapons, like maces or axes?

[@Ranstone]

Having done special effects since age 12 (I'm in my 20s now) I really appreciate the work that went into the Matte's in this. mattes are a VFX artist's most powerful tool. No joke.

[@Tearakan]

I understand why he isn’t showing use ways to end opponents rightly. It is far too dangerous for all involved.

[@deathbyastonishment7930]

Tearakan there's no such thing as a practice pommel

[@lucascastro2802]

Even a practice pommel would be enough to end him rightly, there's no way a pommel can be even near weak enough to not cause serious damage

[@UtmostGorilla]

Evil Skall was amazing! Super clever and charmingly funny :3 I really like the idea of bringing more "characters" into the show, whether it be guests or alter egos!

[@DavidGonzalez-iq4dd]

That edition is nice af Edit: Editing*

[@irgendwer3610]

editing*, edition is something else

[@milesmatheson1142]

You don't know what he meant. Maybe he really did mean to say "Edition".

[@irgendwer3610]

edition of what? edition would make no sense in this context, while editing would make much more sense seeing as this video blends 2 skalls really well (and also everyone on the comments are talking about the editing too)

[@DavidGonzalez-iq4dd]

Sorry guys i didn't know that word in English, im learning xD That was akward, thx for the correction

[@bumpinugly4985]

Nice, his positioning is so precise it makes the spar with Lax convincing.

[@runakovacs4759]

Save for the penetrating sword, that was some pretty well done editing and timing!

[@michelenicolarizzo2304]

I get the impression that sometimes Skallagrim is satisfied with his editing skills and their results and so he makes these masterpieces (instead of being annoyed with the additional waste of time).

[@loreman2803]

A question: would cutting above the brow to cause blood to blind the opponent be considered viable

[@Max-qy6ej]

If you managed to cut them above the brow with a sword/axe, they're most likely dead or seriously injured.

[@loreman2803]

Max I mean like a nick

[@fattiger6957]

I assume if you are already able to cut the brow, you should be able to do considerably more damage than just making your opponent bleed. With enough force you should be able to at the very least cause a concussion and some major bleeding. At the most you would be able to take the skull cap off.

[@kamirostorino9416]

welll probably salamander meaned more of a scratch. Yes. wounds on the forehead are bleeding much even when minor. but no... if you can hit your enemy in the head it's better to just hit all the way. But you probably have to deal with helmet first...

[@shawnwolf5961]

I mean, it works in MMA. Ever watch a fighter when a jab cuts into their brow? If the bleeding is too severe and they can't get it to stop, they will even stop the match. Not sure why. But I've seen MMA matches where it definitely seems that the blood in the eyes is effecting their depth perception at very least.

[@DanzieReviews]

Great work Skall! :) And thanks for letting me be involved with the video. It was a beautiful day at the beach!

[@madao7865]

9:19 Mordhau against an unarmored opponent? Come on Skall. You know better >:D

[@jcsturgeon]

I really love the idea of a series of videos going over the basics of swordsmanship. All most people know about sword fighting is what they've seen on TV and movies.

[@Gryflir]

_Skallagrim has entered the frame_

[@metime00]

Your raw videomaking skills have improved so much. The timing and editing with evil skall are just great

[@TemujinKahn]

Skall, you should play m&b warband on the other channel!

[@jacoblovorn5196]

Hey Skallagrim 2 things. 1 that twin thing is genius I hope we see more of that. 2 can you recommend where I can find any metal practice swords. Oh here’s a third thing I hope you hit 1 million soon you deserve it.

[@Aan-kun]

My favorite is the "oh shit defence"

[@barnabychicken2202]

Skallagrim for me is a mealtime video channel. His videos are very interesting and informative, especially for people interested in weapons such as myself. Throughout the day, I’ve got plenty of things to worry about but during mealtimes, I’ve got this stuff to enjoy, along with other videos too

[@metzfit8733]

Practicing for toy lightsaber fights with my friends.

[@panzermensch1577]

5:29 "You're a rock" ):[ I love the sass! Good video Skall, keep up the work mate. I appreciate you showing us plebs more info about sword training.

[@JollyJaro]

"You're a rock!" Haha, love that.

[@TheBetterRianq]

Actually impressed with how seamless Laks has been edited in. Good job!

[@EthNet34756]

this twin needs to make more appearances

[@kingmerpyderp5947]

The effort that went into this.... God damn right you're near a million.

[@brianknezevich9894]

Excellent video editing to make the evil twin!

[@НикитаОжогов-р2ф]

Gawd, that is the best HEMA knowlege channel that I've ever seen. Both funny and informative. I love it.

[@charizard25.]

04:29 Oh I know this well from Kingdom Come: Deliverance...

[@lachy1709]

oh my god that editing and timing is flawless

[@MikaelKKarlsson]

Look, it´s Skalls cousin from Munich!

[@youremakingprogress144]

The timing with the Llaks interactions was impressively done! Also, I enjoyed the easy-to-understand explanation of the basic defense types. Great work.

[@RamielEdits]

Me with my toy lightsaber: LETS GET DOWN TO BUSINESS

[@wandamaximilf3324]

I just have a wooden sword that's been chewed by my dog

[@killerbug05]

@@wandamaximilf3324 the Chad weapon

[@Yoshgunn]

The timing on the attacks is really well done here. I'm shocked you got it so accurate. Great editing! Liked and saved for later. (Definitely using this for game design research)

[@superpinger6663]

Poor evil Skall

[@joshanderson3961]

i love this video, just how casual it is, the added hit noise and the really well edited parry makes me laugh.

[@Fanthom27]

FLYING POMMEL EXIST !!

[@alphaxtitania5597]

I didn't say anything about the editing and the two Skalls in the Fire Emblem video, but dear God I hope this becomes a regular thing!

[@cyberbrawler-brawlstars462]

I'm learning this in lockdown with my evil twin(my brother)

[@Valdo0511]

Can I just say that I looooove how well you choreograph yourself to be able to demonstrate the moves with 2 Skalls? Just freaking great, plus the humour is always something to thank for.

[@corwinhyatt519]

I hope you had fun making this vid, you got me laughing and smiling. :) Beautiful Nerf gun conversion too.

[@KiraSlith]

Corwin Hyatt Ohey, its that nerf gun Drac made him. good to see it's still around. :D

[@Lucky_16]

Loving the clone editing, not only is it very helpful for visual representation, it's freaking funny because of your acting. Awesome work

[@beardfistthegoldenone7273]

Be me Be practising katana technique Look at phone Skall posts video Life is good

[@beardfistthegoldenone7273]

Dom Brown Don't worry, I modified it to have a pommel.

[@lordspamify]

the work that went into this video, wow. 10/10

[@Sunsaparilla]

Doing anything special for 1,000,000 subs?

[@NagaTales]

"You're a rock." - Evil Skall Excellent verbal jab. 10/10 entertainment factor.

[@fattiger6957]

I was wondering about the murder stroke. Since you have to flip your sword over and grip the blade, I assume it is something that you only do when you opponent is staggered and not actively engaging you. So it's more of a 'finishing move' than a during-combat move? P.S. Love this type of video. Hema videos tend to be a little clinical, but you made them very entertaining.

[@runakovacs4759]

I'd think you don't enter murder stroke from a standard grip, but more from already halfswording. Considering the situation at hand I mean.

[@JackHeadlamBJA]

For some reason, watching two protected swordsman gently dodge with the waves lapping to shore was wonderfully relaxing. I think it feels like how everyone who isn't weirded out by ASMR describes ASMR. You should make an hour vid of that and cut into that market while you have the opening...

[@Tearakan]

More evil Skal!

[@seanwilliams7968]

i REALLY like that there is no backroundmusic like in the last video! really like your content!

[@thesupremegodofcapitalism4359]

Damn! Your twin looks just like you!

[@snowmanleblanc6053]

it's yet a new world wonder

[@gregorysomers203]

Hi, Skall, I know you will most likely not see this, but I want you to know I've been an advent follower of yours since your channel began and with your sarcastic humor, witty jabs at fantasy, and vast knowledge of all things medieval, namely HEMA, a great interest of mine. I've learned a lot from you and your channel. I would like you to know I'm doing everything in my power to keep it going, watching as many videos as possible, and liking every single one. I don't have the money to spare to donate on Patreon at the moment, but I assure you, I will as soon as I can. I give you my best, -Greg

[@basicallyhell4150]

You dont like samurai swords because they dont have easily removable pommels

[@michaelsalazar2366]

honestly, your editing is so impressive.

[@hazmat9279]

Can you safely beat someone with the flat of a sword because my mother just got her hands on one

[@LJEssex]

So I’m trying to watch as many videos as possible to get a decent idea of longsword combat and defense for a high fantasy story I’m writing, and I’m enjoying what I’ve seen so far! Very educational!

[@seanthomasdowd]

Bah humans grrrrrrrrrrrrrr

[@Reikaenkami]

Your content has gotten a lot better recently, the new edits are entertaining

[@mrcombine7983]

Evil skal is evil cause good skal keeps poking evil skal with blunt swords.

[@dmshampton]

The edits are unreal. Fantastic work.

[@canyoueventakeit2437]

So shield ftw?

[@kaimagnus5760]

Canyoueventakeit Always. Never understood why someone would use a one-handed sword without a shield or dagger (or pistol for that matter) in their other hand.

[@canyoueventakeit2437]

kek because a shield can be defensive and offensive and another thing in the hand can be in the way sometimes xD kappo

[@kaimagnus5760]

That's why you use a dagger vs a second sword. And if I had the option between a shield and a dagger I'd take the shield. But I'd never voluntarily go in with an empty left hand when I had the option to have an offhand Weapon

[@cobraglatiator]

turtle technique > everything else.

[@canyoueventakeit2437]

cobraglatiator hmm

[@Axl_Ericsson]

The good Skall is the master of pommel throwing, the evil Skall is the master of the reversed grip katana. Who wins? You decide! Btw, you are a legend for that editing