All the People Who Sword-Fight - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

07-08-2002, 03:16 PM

[img]smilies/evil.gif[/img] Just tell me if you like sword-fighting or if it's too 'dangerous'. [img]smilies/evil.gif[/img]

Maikadilwen · 07-08-2002, 03:22 PM

Katana or Claymore? You're always welcome at my place...... [img]smilies/biggrin.gif[/img] [img]smilies/biggrin.gif[/img]

Daniel Telcontar · 07-08-2002, 03:25 PM

A bastard sword is always useful... [img]smilies/evil.gif[/img]

NazgulNumber10 · 07-08-2002, 03:55 PM

or a dia-katana...

NyteSky · 07-08-2002, 08:19 PM

Those are all good, but what about lighter swords? A longsword's always good and sabers are fun. [img]smilies/wink.gif[/img] Then there's all the short blades. A poniard for backstabbing, some throwing daggers... Sigh, so many weapons, so little time.

Tigerlily Gamgee · 07-08-2002, 09:14 PM

I know the moves from taking Stage Combat. But if faced with a true swordsman I would probably be killed. But I am sure I could always improve on what I do know [img]smilies/smile.gif[/img]

Aldagrim Proudfoot · 07-09-2002, 08:29 AM

I wish I could learn how.

The-Elf-Herself · 07-09-2002, 08:40 AM

I've been taking fencing for three years now(and I'm pretty good). I know the technicals of sword-fighting. With a real sword I might last about 20 minutes against an opponent with more experience in real combat. [img]smilies/wink.gif[/img]

[ August 18, 2002: Message edited by: The-Elf-Herself ]

Eärendil · 07-09-2002, 10:40 AM

I like sword-fighting! Not that I know how to do it, but anyway... [img]smilies/rolleyes.gif[/img]
I started to learn a bit at the role-play I went to almost 2 weeks ago, but for the moment...I am very bad. I would get killed immediately if facing a swordsman..

Ivy of the Woods · 07-09-2002, 11:10 AM

I've always wanted to know how to use a spear. There's got to be some skill to it. Too bad nobody makes spears anymore.

Kaze · 07-09-2002, 04:05 PM

Sword-fighting...? Fencing I'm not bad at--but against someone with a real sword, I'd be dead in minutes. [img]smilies/smile.gif[/img] There seem to be a lot of people here who want to learn some kind of weapons fighting.

NyteSky · 07-09-2002, 09:04 PM

I got a new bow today!!!! [img]smilies/smile.gif[/img] I'm very happy bout that, now I just need to find a place to use it...
I think a bow is the only way I could possibly survive medieval combat. Shoot them before they can stab/cut/impale/decapitate or otherwise injure/maim/kill me. If that fails, run. Wearing all that armor must slow them down a bit. As for mounted ones... hm. Climb a tree. Always a good plan.

Rosseiliantiel · 07-10-2002, 09:35 AM

i take archery (i'm actually pretty good) and i've taken some fencing , i'm starting fencing more seriously in the fall. Sharp pointy objects? muahahahaha! small children, teachers and Orcs everywhere, BEWARE!

The Silver-shod Muse · 07-10-2002, 01:51 PM

I would love to learn sword-fighting, but no one teaches that around here. I have an old hunting bow (not old enough to be worth anything, just old enough to be crappy looking) but I haven't the faintest clue how to use it correctly. *sigh*

Aldagrim Proudfoot · 07-10-2002, 02:30 PM

I once tried shooting a bow, but I was too weak to bend it far enough. Most of the kids (it was at cub scout camp) had the problem of missing and it going too far, but mine didn't usually make it to the target.

mystra · 07-12-2002, 10:46 AM

i recently discovered my talent for sword-fighting, and (blushes) i am actually quite good at it! [img]smilies/biggrin.gif[/img] i havent even had lessons. i have actually already mastered the sword in all aspects (um.... on a diff. board....) but ihad to start again here.

ps. will post.

Demloth of Dol Amroth · 08-08-2002, 01:41 AM

sword fighting! yes, yesss, my preciousss, we like that! i own a sword-a charles V type sword, but it's decorative, so it would probably break in actual combat. [img]smilies/frown.gif[/img] and i've told my parents i want a short sword and even given them a website name(http://bladerealms.com/), and they haven't been taking it seiously, i don't think. [img]smilies/frown.gif[/img] i also want to learn blacksmithing as well-very badly. and my dream sword is like this-someone who is familiar with greek myths will probably recognize where i got the idea, too-something light, with a two handed handle, and where the blade leaves the hilt, it is straight for a few inches, then the rest of the blade forms a half-moon or sickle-shape. probably around 3-4 feet long.

Lady_Báin · 08-09-2002, 08:26 AM

i would loooooove to learn the art of sword making as well as fighting. But fencing seems a bit (no offence) wussy. I'd like to learn the bow as well. So I will just go to the instructor down the street..... or not because i don't think there is one even on this little island i call home. [img]smilies/frown.gif[/img]

Lord Tohlos · 08-09-2002, 02:33 PM

I am good with a claymor...I can last a while in actual combat. I am even good at multiple oponents. ((please note: claymor is how i spell it. i am scottish, so i have my own way.))

Aroaraniel · 08-09-2002, 09:27 PM

I'd LOVE to learn to sword-fight! If only there were schools or clinics or wherever you go around me! Nope, I live in a none-fighting boring little community! No swords in sight! But I can dream, can't I?

Eruwen · 08-10-2002, 08:47 AM

I took some archery once. I was ok at it but I didn't get to do it for long. I would love to sword fight though!! It is so cool!! But thats all I can do.

orlandoandsaran · 08-10-2002, 09:41 AM

*pout*
Well, you're all much much better than me. I can't even do anything except play the piano and do ballet...sighh.... [img]smilies/frown.gif[/img]

Durialion · 08-11-2002, 12:12 PM

I have'nt taken any lessons in archery or sword fighting, but I am pretty good with a sword or bow. I can get within 2 inches of the bulls eye on a target with a bow. I would probally not last long in a real sword fight. I have fought my bro, but he always hides and cringes even with a plastic sword. [img]smilies/rolleyes.gif[/img] [img]smilies/biggrin.gif[/img]

Eol · 08-11-2002, 12:25 PM

My favored weapon is the catapult..heh

Realistically I have particapated in swordfighting in a sort( using sticks and busting them.) Get my *** kicked rather often. My better weapon is the bow, which I have yet to pick back up( shooting in an apartment complex isn't too wise) [img]smilies/tongue.gif[/img]

Though I do own two bokkens( wooden katanas) which I practice with once in a blue moon.

[ August 11, 2002: Message edited by: Eol ]

Durialion · 08-14-2002, 04:44 PM

This is cool. [img]

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Durialion · 08-14-2002, 04:46 PM

oops see if this will worksmilies.de/rough/sword2.gif[/IMG]

Bulelainwen · 08-14-2002, 09:21 PM

My parents said that i might be able to do fencing next summer. I might be good at it because i looked at how they used the swords and it looked a lot like the stuff i do in Tae Kwon Do and im kinda good at Tae Kwon Do.

Davin · 08-14-2002, 09:37 PM

Sword fighting is one of my favorite passtimes! But I find it difficult to find people my age (only 18) to fight with.

I can't wait to get Glamdring!!!

08-15-2002, 06:42 PM

I would love to learn archery!

[ August 15, 2002: Message edited by: Frodo's Gurl ]

Boromir's Lady · 08-15-2002, 07:07 PM

I've never taken any bow lessons but I won an archery contest out of 300 people, but that was years ago.

I would love to learn how to sword fight. My hubby loves swords. We have an oriental short sword on the top of the headboard in our room! It is beautiful.

Calenedheliel · 08-15-2002, 07:18 PM

I don't know how to use a sword but would love to learn. My husband and I are fasinated with knives and swords and have started a collection in our home. I took archery when I was younger and was pretty good, don't know how I would do today!!

Eol · 08-15-2002, 07:29 PM

Well as to learning archery, find an archery range, find out what type of bow you like( compound or traditional long ) and practice. You can also go an archery supply shop and ask, they could direct you where to go.

I never knew they gave lessons as I taught myself. You can even go online or self-help. It is very easy and does not require a second person to spar with! Its just the aiming and distant that gets you.

Auriel Haevasawen · 08-18-2002, 07:23 AM

If you live in the UK and are interested in swords/battles etc try the Sealed Knot. They may have a web site but are based around re-enacting Civil War (UK) battles which are too late really for Middle Earth officianados. I have friends who dress up as Vikings and smack the living daylights out of each other at every available opportunity but they are not internet active (They don't believe in it - too modern!) If I hear they're doing a demonstration I could post it here sometime and hope they'll still speak to me. As to my own sword skills. Basically non-existant. I have been a huge fan of swords since getting into King Arthur at an early age and have one that was made for me when I was 16 or so. It's a broadsword and I can't really lift it cause it's about 4ft long. I know how to use it but that doesn't really help. I watched it being made though which was interesting to say the least. As for archery. Don't ask. Perhaps I'm not the elf I thought I was there.

08-18-2002, 11:32 AM

I've always loved swords, and wanted to take fencing, but I never knew where to go to learn, or how much that would cost, and my parents are in huge debt, so I can't anyways... So sad, but I love swords, I don't imagine it being too dangerous or anything, unless you have no idea what your doing. (I don't, but I don't have a sword or anything...)

Eol · 08-18-2002, 12:18 PM

A point is brought up by Auriel. There is one group that you can find both in Europe and the United States, the SCA, the society of creative anchronisim, a medieval reanactment group. They have a website along with the kingdoms attached. you can go to www.SCA.org and look from there. You can definately learn sword fighting there or at the least bit watch some entertaining stuff.

Nilwen · 08-21-2002, 04:38 PM

I would love to learn any kind of technique in sword fighting, but don't know where to start. I have started a small sword collection, including a cheap reproduction of "Sting" from the movie. If anybody has any ideas on where to start, please post.

Rose Cotton · 08-22-2002, 11:23 AM

I have absalutly no idea how to use a sword. And I've never used a bow either. If in combat my best weapon would be a sheild. I could hide behind it.

Aramacil · 08-22-2002, 12:01 PM

I don't now how to use those weapons, my best defence in a fight would be running, very fast and very far away from my ememy.
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07-08-2002, 03:16 PM	#1
Telemundowen Guest Posts: n/a	All the People Who Sword-Fight [img]smilies/evil.gif[/img] Just tell me if you like sword-fighting or if it's too 'dangerous'. [img]smilies/evil.gif[/img]

07-08-2002, 03:22 PM	#2
Maikadilwen Summoner of Lost Souls Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: At home, with my Strongbow Posts: 521	Katana or Claymore? You're always welcome at my place...... [img]smilies/biggrin.gif[/img] [img]smilies/biggrin.gif[/img] __________________ -"Death borders upon our birth, and our cradle stands in the grave. Our birth is nothing but our death begun."

07-08-2002, 03:25 PM	#3
Daniel Telcontar Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: May 2002 Location: Denmark Posts: 713	A bastard sword is always useful... [img]smilies/evil.gif[/img] __________________ Two beer or not two beer, that is the question; by Shakesbeer

07-08-2002, 03:55 PM	#4
NazgulNumber10 Wight Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The Lonely Mountain Posts: 116	or a dia-katana... __________________ http://squee.netdrain.com/images/hnb/hnb10.jpg

07-08-2002, 08:19 PM	#5
NyteSky Haunting Spirit Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Tower of Sorcery and Lore Posts: 76	Those are all good, but what about lighter swords? A longsword's always good and sabers are fun. [img]smilies/wink.gif[/img] Then there's all the short blades. A poniard for backstabbing, some throwing daggers... Sigh, so many weapons, so little time. __________________ The cure for boredom is curiosity. There is no cure for curiosity. AIM: NightSky717 Email/msn IM: davidone_2000@msn.com

07-08-2002, 09:14 PM	#6
Tigerlily Gamgee Hostess of Spirits Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Meduseld Posts: 1,055	I know the moves from taking Stage Combat. But if faced with a true swordsman I would probably be killed. But I am sure I could always improve on what I do know [img]smilies/smile.gif[/img] __________________ ~ ExerciseJunky.com (Hobbits fitness of choice!)~ ~Lady of Rohan: An Eowyn Fansite ~ ~The NEW/OLD Barrow Downs Photo Page~

07-09-2002, 08:29 AM	#7
Aldagrim Proudfoot Shade of Carn Dûm Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Hobbiton Posts: 328	I wish I could learn how. __________________ I do not suffer from insanity. I enjoy every minute of it!

07-09-2002, 08:40 AM	#8
The-Elf-Herself Haunting Spirit Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Mithlond Posts: 74	I've been taking fencing for three years now(and I'm pretty good). I know the technicals of sword-fighting. With a real sword I might last about 20 minutes against an opponent with more experience in real combat. [img]smilies/wink.gif[/img] [ August 18, 2002: Message edited by: The-Elf-Herself ] __________________ Go here http://www.geocities.com/sunlit_rain/home_page for songs translated into elvish.~Eruantale Aranìs Oronlamba~

07-09-2002, 10:40 AM	#9
Eärendil Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Valinor (RtL: 1220 miles) Posts: 562	I like sword-fighting! Not that I know how to do it, but anyway... [img]smilies/rolleyes.gif[/img] I started to learn a bit at the role-play I went to almost 2 weeks ago, but for the moment...I am very bad. I would get killed immediately if facing a swordsman.. __________________ Jag ska aldrig göra dig illa. Inte igen. Åtminstone inte mycket, åtminstone inte hårt. Kommer du ihåg? Då vi fortfarande kunde skratta, le på ett äkta vis. Jag tänker på det ibland. Det smärtar. För aldrig har du väl varit. Längre bort. Från mig.

07-09-2002, 11:10 AM	#10
Ivy of the Woods Animated Skeleton Join Date: May 2002 Location: Canada Posts: 40	I've always wanted to know how to use a spear. There's got to be some skill to it. Too bad nobody makes spears anymore. __________________ ~Ivy~

07-09-2002, 04:05 PM	#11
Kaze Haunting Spirit Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 54	Sword-fighting...? Fencing I'm not bad at--but against someone with a real sword, I'd be dead in minutes. [img]smilies/smile.gif[/img] There seem to be a lot of people here who want to learn some kind of weapons fighting. __________________ Disbelief in magic can force a poor soul into believing in government and business.

07-09-2002, 09:04 PM	#12
NyteSky Haunting Spirit Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Tower of Sorcery and Lore Posts: 76	I got a new bow today!!!! [img]smilies/smile.gif[/img] I'm very happy bout that, now I just need to find a place to use it... I think a bow is the only way I could possibly survive medieval combat. Shoot them before they can stab/cut/impale/decapitate or otherwise injure/maim/kill me. If that fails, run. Wearing all that armor must slow them down a bit. As for mounted ones... hm. Climb a tree. Always a good plan. __________________ The cure for boredom is curiosity. There is no cure for curiosity. AIM: NightSky717 Email/msn IM: davidone_2000@msn.com

07-10-2002, 09:35 AM	#13
Rosseiliantiel Wight Join Date: May 2002 Location: Hopelessly lost Posts: 174	i take archery (i'm actually pretty good) and i've taken some fencing , i'm starting fencing more seriously in the fall. Sharp pointy objects? muahahahaha! small children, teachers and Orcs everywhere, BEWARE! __________________ Whatever floats your oyster.

07-10-2002, 01:51 PM	#14
The Silver-shod Muse Shade of Carn Dûm Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: The shoulder of a poet, TX Posts: 388	I would love to learn sword-fighting, but no one teaches that around here. I have an old hunting bow (not old enough to be worth anything, just old enough to be crappy looking) but I haven't the faintest clue how to use it correctly. sigh __________________ "'You," he said, "tell her all. What good came to you? Do you rejoice that Maleldil became a man? Tell her of your joys, and of what profit you had when you made Maleldil and death acquainted.'" -Perelandra, by C.S. Lewis

07-10-2002, 02:30 PM	#15
Aldagrim Proudfoot Shade of Carn Dûm Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Hobbiton Posts: 328	I once tried shooting a bow, but I was too weak to bend it far enough. Most of the kids (it was at cub scout camp) had the problem of missing and it going too far, but mine didn't usually make it to the target. __________________ I do not suffer from insanity. I enjoy every minute of it!

07-12-2002, 10:46 AM	#16
mystra Haunting Spirit Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: cyber raga. nuff said. Posts: 88	i recently discovered my talent for sword-fighting, and (blushes) i am actually quite good at it! [img]smilies/biggrin.gif[/img] i havent even had lessons. i have actually already mastered the sword in all aspects (um.... on a diff. board....) but ihad to start again here. ps. will post. __________________ "We each must choose our own path. mine had further to go." Cyber Raga. Nuff said.

08-08-2002, 01:41 AM	#17
Demloth of Dol Amroth Wight Join Date: Apr 2002 Posts: 105	sword fighting! yes, yesss, my preciousss, we like that! i own a sword-a charles V type sword, but it's decorative, so it would probably break in actual combat. [img]smilies/frown.gif[/img] and i've told my parents i want a short sword and even given them a website name(http://bladerealms.com/), and they haven't been taking it seiously, i don't think. [img]smilies/frown.gif[/img] i also want to learn blacksmithing as well-very badly. and my dream sword is like this-someone who is familiar with greek myths will probably recognize where i got the idea, too-something light, with a two handed handle, and where the blade leaves the hilt, it is straight for a few inches, then the rest of the blade forms a half-moon or sickle-shape. probably around 3-4 feet long. __________________ One by one the Free Lands of Middle Earth fell to the power of the Ring-but there were some, who resisted...

08-09-2002, 08:26 AM	#18
Lady_Báin Wight Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Peterborough, England Posts: 250	i would loooooove to learn the art of sword making as well as fighting. But fencing seems a bit (no offence) wussy. I'd like to learn the bow as well. So I will just go to the instructor down the street..... or not because i don't think there is one even on this little island i call home. [img]smilies/frown.gif[/img] __________________ pæling.

08-09-2002, 02:33 PM	#19
Lord Tohlos Pile O'Bones Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: The far North Posts: 21	I am good with a claymor...I can last a while in actual combat. I am even good at multiple oponents. ((please note: claymor is how i spell it. i am scottish, so i have my own way.)) __________________ Lord Gloth'lier, owner of the mines in the North, and carries the axe that has been passed down through the family. Is a Dwarf. "Elves? Pah! I would rather fight with an army of Orcs then fight with Elves!"

08-09-2002, 09:27 PM	#20
Aroaraniel Wight Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Buckland Posts: 158	I'd LOVE to learn to sword-fight! If only there were schools or clinics or wherever you go around me! Nope, I live in a none-fighting boring little community! No swords in sight! But I can dream, can't I? __________________ Pippin and Merry rule! -- Lissenen ar' maska'lalaith tenna' lye omentuva!

08-10-2002, 08:47 AM	#21
Eruwen Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Posts: 892	I took some archery once. I was ok at it but I didn't get to do it for long. I would love to sword fight though!! It is so cool!! But thats all I can do.

08-10-2002, 09:41 AM	#22
orlandoandsaran Haunting Spirit Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Greenwood Home Posts: 91	pout Well, you're all much much better than me. I can't even do anything except play the piano and do ballet...sighh.... [img]smilies/frown.gif[/img] __________________ Vor\|otwen Bloom spouse of Orlando Bloom.

08-11-2002, 12:12 PM	#23
Durialion Animated Skeleton Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Lothlorien Posts: 42	I have'nt taken any lessons in archery or sword fighting, but I am pretty good with a sword or bow. I can get within 2 inches of the bulls eye on a target with a bow. I would probally not last long in a real sword fight. I have fought my bro, but he always hides and cringes even with a plastic sword. [img]smilies/rolleyes.gif[/img] [img]smilies/biggrin.gif[/img] __________________ Durialion the High Elf "I wish the ring had never come to me and this adventure had never happened." Frodo "So do all who live to see these times, but you have to decide what to do when the time comes." Gandalf

08-11-2002, 12:25 PM	#24
Eol Shade of Carn Dûm Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: The Pacific Northwest - Tir Nan Og Posts: 306	My favored weapon is the catapult..heh Realistically I have particapated in swordfighting in a sort( using sticks and busting them.) Get my *** kicked rather often. My better weapon is the bow, which I have yet to pick back up( shooting in an apartment complex isn't too wise) [img]smilies/tongue.gif[/img] Though I do own two bokkens( wooden katanas) which I practice with once in a blue moon. [ August 11, 2002: Message edited by: Eol ] __________________ Mes sana in corpec sano- (lt.) A sound mind in a sound body

08-14-2002, 04:44 PM	#25
Durialion Animated Skeleton Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Lothlorien Posts: 42	This is cool. [img] [/IMG] __________________ Durialion the High Elf "I wish the ring had never come to me and this adventure had never happened." Frodo "So do all who live to see these times, but you have to decide what to do when the time comes." Gandalf

08-14-2002, 04:46 PM	#26
Durialion Animated Skeleton Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Lothlorien Posts: 42	oops see if this will worksmilies.de/rough/sword2.gif[/IMG] __________________ Durialion the High Elf "I wish the ring had never come to me and this adventure had never happened." Frodo "So do all who live to see these times, but you have to decide what to do when the time comes." Gandalf

08-14-2002, 09:21 PM	#27
Bulelainwen Animated Skeleton Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: In a squeaking chair in front of the computer Posts: 40	My parents said that i might be able to do fencing next summer. I might be good at it because i looked at how they used the swords and it looked a lot like the stuff i do in Tae Kwon Do and im kinda good at Tae Kwon Do.

08-14-2002, 09:37 PM	#28
Davin Wight Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Canada Posts: 166	Sword fighting is one of my favorite passtimes! But I find it difficult to find people my age (only 18) to fight with. I can't wait to get Glamdring!!! __________________ So do all who live to see such times, but that is not for them to decide. All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us. »»The Telmena««

08-15-2002, 06:42 PM	#29
TiffiniJ Guest Posts: n/a	I would love to learn archery! [ August 15, 2002: Message edited by: Frodo's Gurl ]

08-15-2002, 07:07 PM	#30
Boromir's Lady Pile O'Bones Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: USA Posts: 21	I've never taken any bow lessons but I won an archery contest out of 300 people, but that was years ago. I would love to learn how to sword fight. My hubby loves swords. We have an oriental short sword on the top of the headboard in our room! It is beautiful. __________________ ~Have you seen it, Aragorn? The white tower of Ecthelion glimmering like a spike of pearl and silver, its banners caught high in the morning breeze. Have you ever been called home by the clear ringing of silver trumpets?~

08-15-2002, 07:18 PM	#31
Calenedheliel Animated Skeleton Join Date: May 2002 Location: Mirkwood Posts: 34	I don't know how to use a sword but would love to learn. My husband and I are fasinated with knives and swords and have started a collection in our home. I took archery when I was younger and was pretty good, don't know how I would do today!!

08-15-2002, 07:29 PM	#32
Eol Shade of Carn Dûm Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: The Pacific Northwest - Tir Nan Og Posts: 306	Well as to learning archery, find an archery range, find out what type of bow you like( compound or traditional long ) and practice. You can also go an archery supply shop and ask, they could direct you where to go. I never knew they gave lessons as I taught myself. You can even go online or self-help. It is very easy and does not require a second person to spar with! Its just the aiming and distant that gets you. __________________ Mes sana in corpec sano- (lt.) A sound mind in a sound body

08-18-2002, 07:23 AM	#33
Auriel Haevasawen Wight Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Nowhere of importance Posts: 240	If you live in the UK and are interested in swords/battles etc try the Sealed Knot. They may have a web site but are based around re-enacting Civil War (UK) battles which are too late really for Middle Earth officianados. I have friends who dress up as Vikings and smack the living daylights out of each other at every available opportunity but they are not internet active (They don't believe in it - too modern!) If I hear they're doing a demonstration I could post it here sometime and hope they'll still speak to me. As to my own sword skills. Basically non-existant. I have been a huge fan of swords since getting into King Arthur at an early age and have one that was made for me when I was 16 or so. It's a broadsword and I can't really lift it cause it's about 4ft long. I know how to use it but that doesn't really help. I watched it being made though which was interesting to say the least. As for archery. Don't ask. Perhaps I'm not the elf I thought I was there. __________________ Auriel

08-18-2002, 11:32 AM	#34
Lucretia Guest Posts: n/a	I've always loved swords, and wanted to take fencing, but I never knew where to go to learn, or how much that would cost, and my parents are in huge debt, so I can't anyways... So sad, but I love swords, I don't imagine it being too dangerous or anything, unless you have no idea what your doing. (I don't, but I don't have a sword or anything...)

08-18-2002, 12:18 PM	#35
Eol Shade of Carn Dûm Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: The Pacific Northwest - Tir Nan Og Posts: 306	A point is brought up by Auriel. There is one group that you can find both in Europe and the United States, the SCA, the society of creative anchronisim, a medieval reanactment group. They have a website along with the kingdoms attached. you can go to www.SCA.org and look from there. You can definately learn sword fighting there or at the least bit watch some entertaining stuff. __________________ Mes sana in corpec sano- (lt.) A sound mind in a sound body