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Title: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on January 29, 2017, 09:17:25 PM
We have a very active community here. Let's try to get even more people involved! Call someone out to post a video of them training, practicing, unboxing a saber, showing off a costume, etc etc!

I'm going to challenge Master Venturous to post some training!!

I posted this one in the Vd section, but I'll start us off. Not so much spinning as working combat. You'll see some quick release and flourish action in the beginning.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yjS121jo0Xg


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Samhain138 on January 29, 2017, 09:36:28 PM
I want to see JediXIX do some more spinning videos.  He's got some smooth moves but hardly ever posts any videos lol.

No ones got to call me out, I've got a whole channel and Instagram of spinning and costumes! 😆


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Cephalus on January 30, 2017, 01:18:13 AM
I wholeheartedly support this idea. Point to Ryan for coming up with it. I would like to call out Samhain (even though he said we didn't need to do it) and challenge him to post a spinning video in his Jon Snow costume.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Samhain138 on January 30, 2017, 02:40:21 AM
With a sword or a lightsaber?


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Taegin Roan on January 30, 2017, 05:35:37 AM
With a sword or a lightsaber?

Both.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Samhain138 on January 30, 2017, 06:17:46 AM
Both.

I don't know that my dual weild skill is leveled up quite that much 😁


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: JediXIX on January 30, 2017, 10:58:51 PM
I want to see JediXIX do some more spinning videos.  He's got some smooth moves but hardly ever posts any videos lol.

No ones got to call me out, I've got a whole channel and Instagram of spinning and costumes! 😆

ha . . . . challenge accepted  ;)

(just gimme a few weeks or so  ;))


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Cephalus on January 31, 2017, 06:22:08 AM
With a sword or a lightsaber?
I was thinking lightsaber but whichever. Out of curiosity Ryan, was the intent that we post video to challenge? If so, I will put something new together.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on January 31, 2017, 01:34:53 PM
Out of curiosity Ryan, was the intent that we post video to challenge? If so, I will put something new together.

Absolutely. Or a simple request. Im gonna send Venturous a link to this thread :)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Vivectius on February 01, 2017, 02:59:31 AM
I'm calling .... myself out.

Life is to the point where I think I actually have time to finally do this.

So, goal one is to post a video by the end of Feburary.

Goal two is to have something ready and worthy of entering in the annual Spin Wars. Dark side 8).

Goal three is way ambitious (at least for me) but I want to have videos of single wield, dual wield, saberstaff, saber pike, and saber spear all posted.  I'm going to aim for one each month, so hopefully all will be done by June/July.  Then the full focus for Spin Wars by year's end.

Goal four is a bit more technical, but I want to work on a, in my opinion, better saber throw.  Casting it in an arc is good, but I want to work out a mechanism for straight out and straight back.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Soul on February 01, 2017, 03:12:43 AM
Goal four is a bit more technical, but I want to work on a, in my opinion, better saber throw.  Casting it in an arc is good, but I want to work out a mechanism for straight out and straight back.

Lemme know how that one goes, 'cause I'm not sure it's do-able without a line attached to another object in the direction you're throwing.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Venturous on February 01, 2017, 04:16:52 AM
Challenge accepted.  ;)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Cephalus on February 01, 2017, 04:32:47 AM
Lemme know how that one goes, 'cause I'm not sure it's do-able without a line attached to another object in the direction you're throwing.

It is. Look at rope dart for the technique. It requires using the second hand as a reel. If you look in my more recent saber levitation videos, you can see it happen a couple times.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Cephalus on February 03, 2017, 05:23:57 AM
Here we go. This should legitimize my challenge of Samhain. Took my rapier saber for a spin and it inspired me to add a bit more fencing moves and thrusts into my usual style. It has been a while since I worked with moves like this, but I was pleasantly surprised by the integration. Since it was a bit off my usual, I considered fit for a challenge submission. Set it to Peter Gabriel.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5QcOIsE3PY


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on February 03, 2017, 03:56:08 PM
Nice. Your technique is obviously altered...does that saber have a knuckle-bow? ( Loop guard, forward Quillon whatever you want to call it ) Be cool if it had a Quillon Block too...

point.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Cephalus on February 03, 2017, 08:24:33 PM
Yes it does. It is a custom job. Here it is in a pic with my wife's matching saber. You can see why there were not a lot of hand switches in that routine.
(https://scontent-sea1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/16266054_1269082463129774_6145761476998994869_n.jpg?oh=88a044841b89c2777d4dd573697ce772&oe=59151D3D)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Taegin Roan on February 03, 2017, 09:36:53 PM
Yes it does. It is a custom job. Here it is in a pic with my wife's matching saber. You can see why there were not a lot of hand switches in that routine.
(https://scontent-sea1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/16266054_1269082463129774_6145761476998994869_n.jpg?oh=88a044841b89c2777d4dd573697ce772&oe=59151D3D)

Those are some incredible sabers. Very nice.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Venturous on February 03, 2017, 11:17:49 PM
Being a fencer...I want.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on February 03, 2017, 11:54:58 PM
Very nice! I have a friend that does tricks with a forward quillon. Im sure you could figure it out if you mess with it.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on February 04, 2017, 12:06:42 AM
Side note....

If I could get my wife to get into martial arts....spinning...ANYTHING with a saber I'd freak out.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Venturous on February 04, 2017, 01:25:43 AM
Side note....

If I could get my wife to get into martial arts....spinning...ANYTHING with a saber I'd freak out.


I'm sure several of us would freak out if our wives got into sabers.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Cephalus on February 04, 2017, 01:57:13 AM
Very nice! I have a friend that does tricks with a forward quillon. Im sure you could figure it out if you mess with it.
I would be curious to see such a trick. I have been trying to figure out what kinds of things I can do with the quillon on my crossguard.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Venturous on February 04, 2017, 03:26:47 AM
Here is my response to Ryan's challenge. Just me doing some basic spins and strikes in my Nassago costume. I shall challenge Taegin to post something from the initial criteria.


www.youtube.com/watch?v=pXDoiZC5JGg&feature=youtu.be



Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Taegin Roan on February 04, 2017, 03:51:27 AM
That was beautiful Venturous. I would accept, except that I just sent my saber in to get it fixed today. It probably wouldn't have been much to look at anyways.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Cephalus on February 04, 2017, 03:59:32 AM
That was beautiful Venturous. I would accept, except that I just sent my saber in to get it fixed today. It probably wouldn't have been much to look at anyways.
I would support the idea of broomsticking it while you are between sabers. Just for the record.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Taegin Roan on February 04, 2017, 04:00:50 AM
I would support the idea of broomsticking it while you are between sabers. Just for the record.

I will think about it.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Venturous on February 04, 2017, 04:01:24 AM
That was beautiful Venturous. I would accept, except that I just sent my saber in to get it fixed today. It probably wouldn't have been much to look at anyways.

I bet it would have been. Do you have a costume to show off until you get your saber back? I love looking at costume pr0n.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Taegin Roan on February 04, 2017, 04:15:30 AM
I bet it would have been. Do you have a costume to show off until you get your saber back? I love looking at costume pr0n.

No, just a cloak. I am looking for boots, but I haven't found any yet.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on February 04, 2017, 04:49:45 AM
Here is my response to Ryan's challenge. Just me doing some basic spins and strikes in my Nassago costume. I shall challenge Taegin to post something from the initial criteria.


www.youtube.com/watch?v=pXDoiZC5JGg&feature=youtu.be



Very nice. Costume is awesome. Excellent song choice!!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on February 10, 2017, 08:05:30 PM
So I have a community challenge. Come up with a Drill of sorts that you think can help people, or even better, see the technique in a new light. I've incorporated a few from members from this forum. Plus, it's always fun to train and share ideas. Anyway, I'll start us off. This was mostly for the club I'm in but why not share one of them here.

http://www.youtube.com/edit?video_id=oWH9pcluTmk


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Jediseth on February 11, 2017, 01:39:48 AM
That is smooth, nice job!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Taegin Roan on February 11, 2017, 01:55:49 AM
I shall challenge Taegin to post something from the initial criteria.

Would some dueling count? Because I might be able to find a short video of me and one of my brothers doing a little bit of dueling, nothing fancy, just swinging our sabers really (our sabers didn't connect much, because he has the ForceFX Darth Maul replica, and he doesn't want to break it).

EDIT: Also, yes, I agree with Jediseth. That was wonderfully done.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Vivectius on February 11, 2017, 10:50:15 PM
It's a good thing lightsabers aren't real, otherwise I'd have a lobotomy from spin practice....


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Cephalus on February 11, 2017, 10:53:20 PM
It's a good thing lightsabers aren't real, otherwise I'd have a lobotomy from spin practice....
As would we all. I would also have no limbs left. @Ryan. I am planning to accept your challenge on Monday. I am putting together my videos on general lightsaber use and the seven forms now. They are proving a bit tricky to edit because of all the parts. Monday I will start the tutorial reboot proper with a new look at the most basic skills.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Landen Se-Sentien on February 16, 2017, 04:40:54 AM
While I haven't been challenged, and if I were to be, I don't know if I'd take the time to shoot a movie, I have been following this thread, and it has inspired me to up my practice. since I'd like to follow this thread easier, I thought I'd drop this here.

I took this shot tonight. Dual Obi Anis with a slower shutter speed.

You can't tell much as far as technique, but it's just a fun shot I liked.

(http://i482.photobucket.com/albums/rr186/danieltennessen/Dual%20Obi%20Ani_zpsogxnl7im.jpg)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on February 16, 2017, 04:52:42 AM
While I haven't been challenged, and if I were to be, I don't know if I'd take the time to shoot a movie, I have been following this thread, and it has inspired me to up my practice. since I'd like to follow this thread easier, I thought I'd drop this here.

I took this shot tonight. Dual Obi Anis with a slower shutter speed.

You can't tell much as far as technique, but it's just a fun shot I liked.

([url]http://i482.photobucket.com/albums/rr186/danieltennessen/Dual%20Obi%20Ani_zpsogxnl7im.jpg[/url])


awesome. And that's really the entire point of the thread. :) get that train time in!!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Venturous on February 16, 2017, 04:55:03 AM
Looks good. I recall somewhere on the forums a thread dedicated to Saber Photography that had a lot of long exposure shots like that.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Landen Se-Sentien on February 16, 2017, 05:01:09 AM
Thanks, guys.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Cephalus on February 16, 2017, 05:08:44 AM
Looks good. I recall somewhere on the forums a thread dedicated to Saber Photography that had a lot of long exposure shots like that.

http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=22942.0


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Landen Se-Sentien on February 16, 2017, 05:18:58 AM
[url]http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=22942.0[/url]


I do remember seeing that thread. If I can convince my wife to take some with her Nikon, I'll put some up there. Those are really good.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on February 25, 2017, 09:47:26 PM
no where near as skilled as some of the others here. Flipping is still entirely new to me. Going to do a 90 day progression and track my progress. Obviously I will not do a vid on all of them, only when I have a breakthrough on something. Here is some basics I'm getting better at. ( posted it here because I challenged myself to do it!! )

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tPYoqjpa5RA


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Taegin Roan on February 25, 2017, 10:12:11 PM
That was great :D :D

But seriously, your backhand is so smooth. Looks really good. And your flips look so effortless as well. Well earned point.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on February 26, 2017, 03:17:26 PM
Thanks! Greatly appreciated. I'll be taking a break from my " Solo " Star Wars projects for a few months while I work with friends on a project that will definitely find its way here. Also, my club starts the rehearsal phase next week. So I'll have two projects to focus on. I'll keep my youtube active but it will mostly be for my " Coordination " Sundays training. Anyway, I'll still be around to challenge you guys! Speaking of which, lets see some more self expression! Spinning is fun but this one, at the end, showcases some MeiHuaQuan broadsword. If only I was still in my twenties( stupid hip damage)...those butterfly kicks (combat version) would look so much better. I hate being able to teach flips and acrobatics but have to have an assistant instructor do them because my boss doesn't want me to risk it anymore...bah!! I'm rambling.

Community Challenge. If you've posted in this thread, I challenge you to show us some spin and/or combat skills!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xj2o0TzgwG8


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Venturous on February 26, 2017, 06:38:53 PM
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xj2o0TzgwG8[/url]


Nicely done. I especially love that little torquing move you did from :30 - :31. You definitely incorporate a lot more striking into your style than I do, which I need to work on more.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on February 28, 2017, 04:42:51 AM
Thanks. my mobility is coming back slowly. So you'll start to see a lot more cross stepping and some capoeira make it into the vids. Which is what that was (cross-stepping). Im hoping that by the end of this year to be completely recovered and back to normal. Or " almost " normal.  ;D ;D



Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on April 23, 2017, 05:13:28 PM
Community Challenge. Solo or Partner/s project for May the 4th!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on April 24, 2017, 02:35:53 PM
preemptive strike! ( I have a solo project that will be for May the 4th! )

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dav17N_gQlM


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on May 04, 2017, 01:32:54 PM
May the 4th be with you!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uzpNphVMSy8


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Cephalus on May 05, 2017, 09:22:28 PM
Shame more people did not pick up that challenge. I was otherwise occupied this 4th so didn't get much done. What I did do was wok on a routine for a challenge in a Facebook group I am in. I suppose it meets the critera of the challenge. I am planning to shoot a better version today with better light if I get the chance.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=jgLh0PgmeVg


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Jediseth on May 05, 2017, 09:35:59 PM
Nice moves D.C. I'd probably smack myself in the face trying that. I like the final swing pose.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on May 08, 2017, 02:36:11 AM
Probably belongs in the combat section as a game we play at my academy....but this section is my home! We plan on doing one with sabers. I wish we saw more " empty hand " in Star Wars films. Obviously, we are no Donnie Yen!!!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zezrfHtZ3N0


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Medwyn on May 08, 2017, 10:23:57 PM
Probably belongs in the combat section as a game we play at my academy....but this section is my home! We plan on doing one with sabers. I wish we saw more " empty hand " in Star Wars films. Obviously, we are no Donnie Yen!!!!!

[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zezrfHtZ3N0[/url]


Splendid chi-sao over there! :)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on May 09, 2017, 02:14:12 AM
thanks! He wanted to stay Chi Sao, so I intentionally threw some Kali angles in there to mess with him.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Jenius on August 08, 2017, 01:52:04 AM
Thank you everyone for sharing videos! very inspiring!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on September 06, 2017, 05:19:35 AM
Triple Wield or Double Staff Challenge issued.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-kg4YZFuPNA


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Cephalus on September 06, 2017, 10:43:28 PM
Old videos accepted of just new?


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Samhain138 on September 06, 2017, 11:13:14 PM
I think ol DC beat you to the punch on that one,  pretty sure he's got a vid wielding two double sided sabers at once.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on September 07, 2017, 03:14:44 AM
any of course.

And just figured I'd try to revive the group for some more training vids :)

I did one a while back as well. Had to stand on a bench because we used the 36 inch blades.....:(


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Cephalus on September 07, 2017, 03:31:38 AM
Fair enough. I have been doing other stuff as of late, but I still lurk. Happy to answer a challenge.

LED
www.youtube.com/watch?v=gw_vAINYvCs
And fire
www.youtube.com/watch?v=qTPL2ybvlO0


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on September 07, 2017, 03:54:34 AM
very nice. Great spinning as always.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: TheDutchman on September 07, 2017, 02:04:45 PM
Wow...just...wow.  DC, Ryan you guys are incredible  8)

If I was to try that--even with a single saberstaff--I'd crack my head  ;). Yet you both make it look effortless and fluid^^


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on October 26, 2017, 02:31:49 AM
Much Appreciated! Had a challenge issued to put up a QRC tutorial. Consider it accepted. Next time I do one, I'll keep in some of the bloopers/mistakes. The vid's I post are typically after about an hour straight of " flow " drills before I even start. I use the blossoms as a way to warm up ( my favorite way as a matter of fact) It's getting easier with more repetition but is slow going. I've done 3 vid's thus far, the first took a good 2 hours. The second a good 1 and a half. This last one took about 20 minutes but to be fair I have modified the QRC. Easier to explain in the tutorial vid. ( Literally walking outside right now and knocking this tutorial out. )


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on October 26, 2017, 04:43:37 PM
Version # 1 of the QRC tutorials. Wanted to keep this one short.
I plan on doing the second one adding body movement, footwork and some of the more complex methods I did not cover in this one. any questions, let me know.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5IDQvuXXFVU


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on December 29, 2017, 04:33:10 PM
The end of the year is upon us once more! Here is the J.o.E.'s Montage for 2017. Only the cast members for Relic Wars are in this one. Rest of the club wishes to remain " behind the scenes ". They might be a little shy....Anyway, this one is lengthy...I hate going more than 2 minutes but here we go!

Challenge - Let's see an end of the year Vid! Can be old, new or both!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4YgmcF_Y4LQ



P.S. - ( Excited to see this years Spins Wars!!)



Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Samhain138 on December 29, 2017, 06:42:32 PM
Here's my uhhh....a bunch of junk I did this year.  That's the idea, right?  There's definitely some stuff in here a few of you have never seen before.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E-Jagmkc1oU&feature=youtu.be


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on December 30, 2017, 05:20:16 PM
Good stuff Sam! And that's exactly the idea.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Venturous on December 30, 2017, 11:06:23 PM
Impressive....most impressive.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on April 05, 2018, 03:46:01 AM
May the 4th Challenge!

Let's see some Demo's.

Here's a QRC " Reconnect " training video to start us off.
Im trying to figure out a better way to reconnect during motion. So far, I have that most success with either hiding it with footwork, or " slamming " the QRC together, which requires precision (less success than the first for obvious reasons.). One of these days I'll share a QRC blooper reel on the " slam ". Almost broke my thumb on the " Ren Spin " vid I did a lil' while back.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ppmQtvBIP5k


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Samhain138 on April 07, 2018, 10:07:40 PM
If I’ve got until the 4th, I’ve got a plan.  I’m down.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on April 21, 2018, 07:19:36 PM
So this is happening tonight....SaberSpear time!  ;D ;D ;D

(https://image.ibb.co/jtZxpH/IMG_0857.jpg)

That's my Bellicose " Judge "  above....my Pride and Joy ( Yes, I name my sabers...and yes, I have one I call " Jury " ). I like it more than my modded Ren saber  8)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Taegin Roan on April 21, 2018, 07:49:15 PM
So this is happening tonight....SaberSpear time!  ;D ;D ;D

(https://image.ibb.co/jtZxpH/IMG_0857.jpg)

That's my Bellicose " Judge "  above....my Pride and Joy ( Yes, I name my sabers...and yes, I have one I call " Jury " ). I like it more than my modded Ren saber  8)

Sweet. I like naming sabers. Do you have an "Executioner" yet? ;D


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Gar-Wi Musan on April 21, 2018, 08:39:20 PM
Sweet. I like naming sabers. Do you have an "Executioner" yet? ;D

Haha! Good one Taegin. ;D
I named 2 of my three sabers Fire and Ice (pretty boring). The third needs to be customized at some point, then a name will come to me.

And as far as what Ryan is up to with the spear saber. I'm looking forward to seeing that. I want footage Ryan!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on April 21, 2018, 08:58:21 PM
When I combine Judge and Jury into a saber staff, it becomes the Executioner.  ;D


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Taegin Roan on April 22, 2018, 12:53:31 AM
When I combine Judge and Jury into a saber staff, it becomes the Executioner.  ;D

Hehe, nice.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Cephalus on April 23, 2018, 08:59:26 PM
When I combine Judge and Jury into a saber staff, it becomes the Executioner.  ;D
Ha! I named my two basic sabers mercy and severity. Occult nerd points for whoever can figure out what the staff is called. Can't wait for the pike video Ryan.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Gar-Wi Musan on April 24, 2018, 02:40:28 AM
Ha! I named my two basic sabers mercy and severity. Occult nerd points for whoever can figure out what the staff is called. Can't wait for the pike video Ryan.

 It's been a while but I'm going to go out on a limb (pun intended) and say Sephiroth? Something to do with the tree of life right? Forgive my slipping knowledge if I'm way off.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Gar-Wi Musan on April 24, 2018, 02:50:44 AM
It's been a while but I'm going to go out on a limb (pun intended) and say Sephiroth? Something to do with the tree of life right? Forgive my slipping knowledge if I'm way off.

 Or perhaps Yesod?


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Cephalus on April 24, 2018, 03:18:55 AM
Or perhaps Yesod?

Very very close. I go with the translated form and call it foundation. I honestly did not think anyone would get that. Major bonus points.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Gar-Wi Musan on April 24, 2018, 04:07:29 AM
Very very close. I go with the translated form and call it foundation. I honestly did not think anyone would get that. Major bonus points.

 Domo arigatou gozaimasu, Sensei Cehpalus.
Since I got that, can we call a reverse grip plum flower to pivoting upward strike a "Krayt Dragon Uppercut" ?
Please?!?!?!?  ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Cephalus on April 24, 2018, 06:05:53 AM
So shall it be.  I will refer to thusly hereafter.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on April 28, 2018, 11:50:47 PM
This is a double post...but Its my May the 4th Submission  ;D ;D
It is my Distant Earth Knighthood " Application/Submission "

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zai_KvbTrEc&t=29s


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Gar-Wi Musan on April 29, 2018, 12:19:06 AM
This is a double post...but Its my May the 4th Submission  ;D ;D
It is my Distant Earth Knighthood " Application/Submission "

[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zai_KvbTrEc&t=29s[/url]


What a ferocious yet beautiful style. This is now THE go to video reference for adding strikes to my spinning.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on April 29, 2018, 12:51:25 AM
Thank you my friend. Im more comfortable with our version of Form Vl, but it is definitely nice to switch it up.

Saber Spear shows up around 5:30.....thing ways a toooooon...more than my combat staff. See if you can spot where I get Ren mad.....


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Venturous on April 29, 2018, 05:37:58 AM
Loving the spear work.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Taegin Roan on April 29, 2018, 06:54:05 AM
Agreed. The spearwork was awesome. Doubly so because I have one as well, and I was trying to use it the other day and could do almost nothing with it. Now you have given me something that I can work towards, as well as examples of the kinds of this I can do with is. Just for kicks, what pieces did you use to put it together? Does it look anything like this?

(http://i.imgur.com/1UR5GMf.jpg)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Elwood Graestar on April 29, 2018, 01:44:03 PM
This is a double post...but Its my May the 4th Submission  ;D ;D
It is my Distant Earth Knighthood " Application/Submission "


*insert standing ovation here* just awesome, Ryan! just. effing. awesome. 8)
one big, fat darkside point for you! i'd hate to be a lone, poorly trained Jedi on the receiving end of your wrath.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on April 29, 2018, 02:12:25 PM
Thanks! More spear work down the road. Im adjusting to the weight.

@ Taegin - Yup. Exactly that. 2 pikes, the Bellicose, standard coupler and a QRC. (Modified of course.)

Planning on putting brown and black leather wraps on the spear.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Cephalus on April 29, 2018, 09:09:55 PM
Something for everybody in there. I was most impressed by that brief period where you were reverse grip wielding the yari extensions in dual wield. I know how heavy those damn things are, and that thing would have slid out of my hand and went flying. For fun, you might try a crossguard pike sometime. Not much different but looks a lot cooler. Has a stinger/naganata look to it.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Matt Nihilus on May 08, 2018, 10:59:25 PM
This is a double post...but Its my May the 4th Submission  ;D ;D
It is my Distant Earth Knighthood " Application/Submission "

[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zai_KvbTrEc&t=29s[/url]


Wow, very impressive video! Your technique is amazing, I guess I can learn a lot from it  ;D. The spear was definitely a big suprise, I've never saw one before, haha.
Also great stuff here! I totally missed this challenge. Keep it up guys  8).
Greetings


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on May 09, 2018, 01:37:59 AM
thanks everyone! been training heavily with the spear lately. still getting use to the weight. DC, it almost ripped my shoulder off at the end there. That's why the video stops shortly after.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Gar-Wi Musan on May 09, 2018, 06:44:29 AM
thanks everyone! been training heavily with the spear lately. still getting use to the weight. DC, it almost ripped my shoulder off at the end there. That's why the video stops shortly after.

"The battle with the guards was magnificent. Your skill is extraordinary!"


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Taegin Roan on May 09, 2018, 07:05:07 PM
What length blade do you use? I usually put a 36" HG blade on mine, just to balance it out a little, but the thing ways so much as it is, a long HG blade just makes it even worse.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on May 10, 2018, 01:37:09 AM
24'' or 16''

typically 24'' due to my height ( 5'10 )

On a separate note. My " Solo " youtube channel is out for the count. When we went to Disney someone hacked in, changed everything, and then I had it shutdown. They said it will remain active for a year or so and then disappear. Sooo, the new youtube is called " Resolute's Film Corner "....soon to be changed, just a filler. The new account has a lot more security features this time around.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Venturous on June 07, 2018, 01:09:33 AM
I figured I'd post this here, as the title seemed appropriate. I am issuing a new challenge to anyone who feels like trying it, called the hallway challenge. It's pretty simple: you can do anything you want with a saber, as long as you do it in a hallway. You can do it between two close trees if you happen to lack a hallway for any reason. The hallway should be no wider than your arms from finger tip to finger tip. Good luck!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Obese Wan Kenobese on June 07, 2018, 01:18:01 AM
I figured I'd post this here, as the title seemed appropriate. I am issuing a new challenge to anyone who feels like trying it, called the hallway challenge. It's pretty simple: you can do anything you want with a saber, as long as you do it in a hallway. You can do it between two close trees if you happen to lack a hallway for any reason. The hallway should be no wider than your arms from finger tip to finger tip. Good luck!

Where am I gonna find an (approximately) 6 foot hallway?!! This sounds more like the walk in closet challenge. It's your challenge. Not trying to steal it. It's a good one. Combat techniques are supposed to be adapted according to conditions too. And what length of blade? 20 inches?  ;)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on June 07, 2018, 01:52:07 AM
Challenge Accepted.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: ThreadJack on June 07, 2018, 04:49:15 AM
Can I simply stand there and look cute with my saber?


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Silenoz on June 07, 2018, 07:45:22 AM
Can I simply stand there and look cute with my saber?

It's Master Venturous' challenge, but I'm going to say yes, as long as you post pics. ;)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Venturous on June 07, 2018, 12:50:54 PM
Can I simply stand there and look cute with my saber?

I'll allow it  :P


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: ThreadJack on June 07, 2018, 03:26:13 PM
I'll allow it  :P

I'll see what I can do! ;D


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Elwood Graestar on June 07, 2018, 07:19:19 PM
This challenge is absolutely accepted:D


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Silenoz on June 07, 2018, 08:52:05 PM
My hallway is elbow to elbow wide. Hmmm...


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Venturous on June 07, 2018, 09:06:58 PM
My hallway is elbow to elbow wide. Hmmm...

Good luck!  ;D


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Silenoz on June 08, 2018, 01:57:05 AM
Good luck!  ;D

I might just cut my blade down to 12 inches. :D
Seriously though, hitting the walls is obviously not desired, but is it a complete failure if you do? Or is dropping the saber? Do we get points for having a slimmer hallway? :D Obviously it's not a competition, just wanted to know the parameters. Seems like a good challenge for precision and awareness of you surroundings.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Venturous on June 08, 2018, 12:20:40 PM
I might just cut my blade down to 12 inches. :D
Seriously though, hitting the walls is obviously not desired, but is it a complete failure if you do? Or is dropping the saber? Do we get points for having a slimmer hallway? :D Obviously it's not a competition, just wanted to know the parameters. Seems like a good challenge for precision and awareness of you surroundings.

I'd say there is no failure in this challenge. Consider it merely an exercise to work on keeping movements tighter. Obviously people will be doing it at different skill levels, so this one should be more easy-going.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on June 08, 2018, 01:05:07 PM
I will be using Kali for this challenge. Estillo style! (sp. Always mess the Tagalog up) Plan on dual wielding as well. Now just have to find a 4 foot to 6 foot wide hallway.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on July 10, 2018, 05:17:50 PM
cant seem to find an appropriate training area for this challenge so im just going to stick some wood in the ground and make my own hallways outside!!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: imgumby001dammit on July 12, 2018, 02:45:52 AM
You all have me in awe. I can’t do any of this, but I’m gonna try harder!!!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Silenoz on July 11, 2018, 08:50:22 PM
You all have me in awe. I can’t do any of this, but I’m gonna try harder!!!

I'm no expert by any means, but I was amazed at what I was able to pick up from all the amazing people here. I've been seeing your posts and you seem to have the right attitude to be able to do all of this with some practice. Besides, Your Gumby Dammit! Love the old school Eddie Murphy reference.  :)
(https://i.imgur.com/UWnRzam.jpg)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: imgumby001dammit on July 12, 2018, 04:29:43 AM
Thank you, my lord. The words of encouragement are greatly appreciated. Directly after I wrote that I went out and practiced.

Point for the awesome Gumby Jedi image!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Silenoz on July 12, 2018, 04:59:19 AM
Thank you, my lord. The words of encouragement are greatly appreciated. Directly after I wrote that I went out and practiced.

Point for the awesome Gumby Jedi image!

My sabers have been in storage for almost a month now while I'm looking for a new place to live so all I can do is watch and try to encourage others. I don't know if you've seen it posted yet, but Master Resolute and Master Venturous among others will tell you what I have found to be the most helpful tip to learning this stuff: Slow leads to smooth, smooth leads to fast.
I forgot to mention before, try to post some videos if you can. I always find it inspirational to see peoples progression. Have fun!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Elwood Graestar on August 08, 2018, 03:17:54 AM
! No longer available (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sxfKlfTG41A#)

Cheers, guys (and seriously- WHERE are the female saber-wielders?!? i know you're out there!! let's see some falopian representation!) :D and also, let's see some more responses to this challenge!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Venturous on August 08, 2018, 03:34:24 AM
! No longer available ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sxfKlfTG41A#[/url])

Cheers, guys (and seriously- WHERE are the female saber-wielders?!? i know you're out there!! let's see some falopian representation!) :D and also, let's see some more responses to this challenge!



I can't pass up the opportunity to say....that was tight!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Silenoz on August 08, 2018, 05:31:04 AM
! No longer available ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sxfKlfTG41A#[/url])

Cheers, guys (and seriously- WHERE are the female saber-wielders?!? i know you're out there!! let's see some falopian representation!) :D and also, let's see some more responses to this challenge!



I have a vid of me doing this from right after the challenge was issued but I havn't been able to post vids to Youtube for some reason. Now that I moved, I have the same width as you but it's a staircase (bonus points as I'll have to move up and down). I'll try to get a vid up soon. Good job.

I can't pass up the opportunity to say....that was tight!


I see what you did there. ;D Good to see you again Master Venturous. It's always pun to have you around. :)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on August 11, 2018, 05:13:19 PM
Well, still trying to get the previous issued challenge from MV accomplished. No luck. That being said, well done Elwood! Figured I would share something before I disappear back into the editing room for RW. Hope you enjoy.

Just a basic warmup. Not really trying to work anything other than getting my joints loosened up.

(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oeak4gikXBk#)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Silenoz on August 11, 2018, 08:01:38 PM
Well, still trying to get the previous issued challenge from MV accomplished. No luck. That being said, well done Elwood! Figured I would share something before I disappear back into the editing room for RW. Hope you enjoy.

Just a basic warmup. Not really trying to work anything other than getting my joints loosened up.


([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oeak4gikXBk#[/url])


That was a pretty impressive "warmup". I like the cartwheels and rolls. I thought I was the only person that did that. Of course you do it much better. -1


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Golden Fedora on August 21, 2018, 07:31:36 PM
I challenge anybody who knows how to come up with a Bo Staff kata or a duel.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: imgumby001dammit on August 21, 2018, 11:39:24 PM
Yes, Graestar! That’s how you accept a challenge!!!!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: imgumby001dammit on August 22, 2018, 01:34:55 AM
Hallway Challenge Accepted!! (Super small hallway, and super small saber!!)

http://youtu.be/U6qWvDSK4_E (http://youtu.be/U6qWvDSK4_E)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Venturous on August 22, 2018, 02:18:43 AM
Hallway Challenge Accepted!! (Super small hallway, and super small saber!!)

[url]http://youtu.be/U6qWvDSK4_E[/url] ([url]http://youtu.be/U6qWvDSK4_E[/url])


Definitely doesn't get much tighter than that.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: imgumby001dammit on August 22, 2018, 02:49:22 AM
It’s not terribly pretty master, but I’m a big boy and that’s a small hallway!!! I never tried anything like that before and I realized my moves are very connected to my body mass, which doesn’t help me as much in a tight space!!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on August 22, 2018, 03:22:03 AM
Definitely doesn't get much tighter than that.

Good thing that saber would cut right through the wall.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on August 25, 2018, 01:28:35 AM
Challenge.

3 minute Video of anything you like at " training speed ". No less than 10% and no more than 30% speed.

Bonus points for creative footwork.

Extra Bonus Points for Training Speed with Form IV Techniques.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: imgumby001dammit on August 25, 2018, 02:57:28 AM
Three minutes minutes ‘eh? I’ll give her a go...


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Elwood Graestar on August 26, 2018, 01:27:53 AM
cheers and challenge accepted, Master Res
! No longer available (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DCCGvZS8sV0#)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Elwood Graestar on August 26, 2018, 01:37:03 AM
Yes, Graestar! That’s how you accept a challenge!!!!

thanks, Gumby!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: imgumby001dammit on August 26, 2018, 01:55:20 AM
All right graestar, you silky bastard. I just got back from a 60+ hour week to see that. I’ll have my response to that beautiful demonstration of controlled trainin style tomorrow. Well done sir!!!!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Elwood Graestar on August 26, 2018, 08:06:25 PM
All right graestar, you silky bastard. I just got back from a 60+ hour week to see that. I’ll have my response to that beautiful demonstration of controlled trainin style tomorrow. Well done sir!!!!
:D lol thanks for another expertly delivered compliment, Gumby!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Dauntless Seven on August 26, 2018, 08:24:51 PM
cheers and challenge accepted, Master Res
! No longer available ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DCCGvZS8sV0#[/url])



Wow that is mesmerizing fine spinning with solid control of that staff... and then that explosive ending !!  Enjoyed viewing while slowly munching away on a protein bar.  Well done.  :o

awesomeness point  8)


PS: I don't even recognize you anymore.  ;)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on August 27, 2018, 01:52:32 AM
Very nice. And quick to answer the challenge. ++1


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: imgumby001dammit on August 27, 2018, 02:12:05 AM
I went a bit long, as I didn’t have anybody to shout time at me. Also, this is a lot harder than I remember. I haven’t tried to do anything outside full beserker in years. That being said, here it is, uncut, and in full color. For your consideration...

https://youtu.be/o_tkZ-umLq0


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Silenoz on August 27, 2018, 07:46:26 PM
Hallway Challenge Accepted!! (Super small hallway, and super small saber!!)
[url]http://youtu.be/U6qWvDSK4_E[/url] ([url]http://youtu.be/U6qWvDSK4_E[/url])


Nice job Gum! That is a really small hallway.

I went a bit long, as I didn’t have anybody to shout time at me. Also, this is a lot harder than I remember. I haven’t tried to do anything outside full beserker in years. That being said, here it is, uncut, and in full color. For your consideration...

[url]https://youtu.be/o_tkZ-umLq0[/url] ([url]https://youtu.be/o_tkZ-umLq0[/url])


Very nice duel wielding session.

cheers and challenge accepted, Master Res
! No longer available ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DCCGvZS8sV0#[/url])


Freak.



Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: imgumby001dammit on August 27, 2018, 08:11:32 PM
Thanks Silenoz!! I have no formal training with two swords at the same time, I was trained with just one at a time. So, I’m attempting to branch out a bit! ;)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Elwood Graestar on August 28, 2018, 04:56:23 PM

Wow that is mesmerizing fine spinning with solid control of that staff... and then that explosive ending !!  Enjoyed viewing while slowly munching away on a protein bar.  Well done.  :o

awesomeness point  8)


PS: I don't even recognize you anymore.  ;)
Thanks, D7! 😁 What makes me so unrecognizable? 😉


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Elwood Graestar on August 28, 2018, 04:59:47 PM
Thanks, Master Res🤙🏻 Also digging that coordination series!

Aaand thanks Silenoz🤣 i earned that freak satus- loud and proud,  bro!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Elwood Graestar on August 28, 2018, 05:17:42 PM
Aaaaand great job with both of the challenenges, Gumby!! I hope i never meet you in a 3foot or less alley way , because i know i’m not getting out in one piece!😉🤙🏻


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: imgumby001dammit on August 28, 2018, 07:13:03 PM
I don know about all that bubba, you have mad skills. But, I’m really enjoying attempting some “out of the box” fighting concepts. Very much looking forward to whatever you guys can throw at me. Even if it means embarrassing my fat ass, I’ll still give it a go!!!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Medwyn on August 28, 2018, 09:32:24 PM
I enjoy your videos, gentlemen, thank you for sharing!
What a wonderful thing sabering is!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: imgumby001dammit on August 29, 2018, 12:02:14 AM
No master, thank you for viewing!! Your videos are inspirational, and I always use them as a source for adjustment and improvement of my technique. Please, feel free to add any tips or critiques. Your experienced eye is always needed.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Samhain138 on August 29, 2018, 04:53:34 AM
Came up a few seconds short once I trimmed the video.  Going this slow drove me nuts.

! No longer available (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ai5X6RQcmmE&feature=youtu.be#)


And then I had to go fast just to get it outta my system

! No longer available (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TG6sUj14jb0#)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on August 29, 2018, 11:59:01 AM
Your spin videos are a work of art, Sam.  Keep them up!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on August 29, 2018, 12:52:41 PM
Very nice! Going slow mo is one of the hardest things to do. I have my kids and adults do it all the time and we play a game ( mostly with the kids ) to see who can stay in " Slow Mo " the longest.

Lookin' Sharp!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: imgumby001dammit on September 02, 2018, 06:06:09 PM
Haha! It’s so true Sam!! After slo mo I had to beat the crap out of my bag to make me feel better!! It just proves, in my case, there needs to actuall be MORE slow, methodical practice. However, as soon as I can get a staff going I’m coming to Challenge you Sir Samhain!! ;)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Elwood Graestar on September 09, 2018, 09:52:22 PM
Being a huge fan of  Chirrut Imwe (Donnie Yen) from Rogue One, i was inspired to issue  my first challenge on the Forum: The Blind Swordsman.  2 minutes of blindfolded saber work.  Find a good open safe space, and let the Force guide your movements.  This helped me tune in to the feel of a saber like never before- i hope you all have fun with this one!
http://youtu.be/yE2_ZGrNgXc (http://youtu.be/yE2_ZGrNgXc)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: imgumby001dammit on September 09, 2018, 11:55:10 PM
Challenge accepted, my master!! However, please give me a couple days recuperation, as I am sick. I feel there may be an unacceptable amount of nose wiping for a two minute video at this time.👍🤧😪😷🤒😤


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Elwood Graestar on September 15, 2018, 06:04:10 PM
Challenge accepted, my master!! However, please give me a couple days recuperation, as I am sick. I feel there may be an unacceptable amount of nose wiping for a two minute video at this time.👍🤧😪😷🤒😤
Awesome! I heard you're feeling better, and i'm looking forward to seeing your new hilt in action!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Jaymes1980 on September 28, 2018, 02:28:13 AM
I went a bit long, as I didn’t have anybody to shout time at me. Also, this is a lot harder than I remember. I haven’t tried to do anything outside full beserker in years. That being said, here it is, uncut, and in full color. For your consideration...

https://youtu.be/o_tkZ-umLq0
     Awesome Imgumby, I really liked your weight shift and drop of knees on strikes I also thought you used both of your arms very well impressive  last but not least seeing little chewbacca on the yard 🤣


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Jaymes1980 on September 28, 2018, 02:30:18 AM
Can I challenge anyone on the forum? Or are the masters challenging only?


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Jaymes1980 on September 28, 2018, 02:35:11 AM
Here we go. This should legitimize my challenge of Samhain. Took my rapier saber for a spin and it inspired me to add a bit more fencing moves and thrusts into my usual style. It has been a while since I worked with moves like this, but I was pleasantly surprised by the integration. Since it was a bit off my usual, I considered fit for a challenge submission. Set it to Peter Gabriel.
[url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5QcOIsE3PY]www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5QcOIsE3PY[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5QcOIsE3PY[/url])
  that was beautiful, I the park at night awesome outfit and kung fu is the dance that I love😀


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Venturous on September 28, 2018, 02:38:12 AM
Can I challenge anyone on the forum? Or are the masters challenging only?

Anyone may issue a challenge here, so long as it can be done safely.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Jaymes1980 on September 28, 2018, 02:40:11 AM
Being a huge fan of  Chirrut Imwe (Donnie Yen) from Rogue One, i was inspired to issue  my first challenge on the Forum: The Blind Swordsman.  2 minutes of blindfolded saber work.  Find a good open safe space, and let the Force guide your movements.  This helped me tune in to the feel of a saber like never before- i hope you all have fun with this one!
[url]http://youtu.be/yE2_ZGrNgXc[/url] ([url]http://youtu.be/yE2_ZGrNgXc[/url])
  tactile as hell😀 hear the saber feel it against yours and do what you do 😁 I do this crossing arms in Practical Wing Chun


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Jaymes1980 on September 29, 2018, 12:26:22 AM
Hallway Challenge Accepted!! (Super small hallway, and super small saber!!)

[url]http://youtu.be/U6qWvDSK4_E[/url] ([url]http://youtu.be/U6qWvDSK4_E[/url])
  you moved so well 💪💥


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Jaymes1980 on September 29, 2018, 12:37:00 AM
I respectfully challenge Dauntless Seven in 3 mins of lightsaber battle from front side and rear changing her height from average shorter and taller in any mix. Spinning or saber combat is cool. I'm nervous lol my first challenge of a powerful person here 😯


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Dauntless Seven on September 30, 2018, 04:03:09 PM
 :o  Well... you definitely caught me off guard lol  ;D.  Master Elwood also put one out there a few months ago.  All I can say is that somewhere down the line I will share ( I'm actually a private person on the internet/social media ).  Have recently gifted my physical trainers with some sabers so will see what we can come up with.  Unfortunately we all are quite busy and have yet to connect for any saber sparring time.  I haven't practiced spinning in awhile and must get back to it.  :)

So I guess what I am saying is challenge accepted... but no time to deliver restrictions.  ;)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Jaymes1980 on September 30, 2018, 05:21:48 PM
   Awesome  :D I'm looking forward to it and time isn't an issue at all, being here has already gotten me off my  plateau and learning new spins and moves. So what I'm saying is your all awesome 😁


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Venturous on September 30, 2018, 05:46:20 PM
:o  Well... you definitely caught me off guard lol  ;D.  Master Elwood also put one out there a few months ago.  All I can say is that somewhere down the line I will share ( I'm actually a private person on the internet/social media ).  Have recently gifted my physical trainers with some sabers so will see what we can come up with.  Unfortunately we all are quite busy and have yet to connect for any saber sparring time.  I haven't practiced spinning in awhile and must get back to it.  :)

So I guess what I am saying is challenge accepted... but no time to deliver restrictions.  ;)

PEER PRESSURE! PEER PRESSURE!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Jaymes1980 on October 01, 2018, 03:32:29 AM
Here is my challenge, things I'm working on: finding my sweet spots of my feet balance and posture. If you think this is bad should have seen me last year lol https://youtu.be/nDfuQm8SB-I


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Elwood Graestar on October 04, 2018, 02:10:56 PM
Here is my challenge, things I'm working on: finding my sweet spots of my feet balance and posture. If you think this is bad should have seen me last year lol
apologies for the late response, Jaymes- point for your fully honest first challenge response :) you've got a lot of power behind everything you bring, so cheers to trying to tame that down.  I think what will level up your staff flow is switching up your grip  bit. you stick to the thumb to thumb, but if you go over-under( like you're holding one saber in a fore-grip and one in a reverse grip) it frees your shoulders and arms to move much more naturally.  you can also bring your hands together to get to the real speed that you're after.  just you know, slower at first ;)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Jaymes1980 on October 05, 2018, 09:48:43 PM
apologies for the late response, Jaymes- point for your fully honest first challenge response :) you've got a lot of power behind everything you bring, so cheers to trying to tame that down.  I think what will level up your staff flow is switching up your grip  bit. you stick to the thumb to thumb, but if you go over-under( like you're holding one saber in a fore-grip and one in a reverse grip) it frees your shoulders and arms to move much more naturally.  you can also bring your hands together to get to the real speed that you're after.  just you know, slower at first ;)
 thank you Master Elwood,  lol did I do that I will check I usually start holding staff in front of my body then turn  it over under my right arm I bet a million dollars I lose the transition somewhere thank you for helping me there. I been running into some trouble with my balance lately. Thought I had that down maybe cause my legs are so sore I hadn't taken a break going every day due to my addiction to the movement and gain of skill. My Achilles is sore as hell, I posted something new in the video area please take a look and if you would be so kind to give me some knowledge on my balance. I figured out the 360 while spinning that's what did me in at the end, for the love of God I hope I'm smart enough to not grab anything to train and just sit on my .... first awhile.    Point given for your much appreciated help


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on December 12, 2018, 10:00:00 PM
Decided to share one of the training sessions. Added a challenge to the end of this one. Skip to the saberstaff at the end to see it. Left in the mistakes.

Sorry... (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K5gNFHjplaw#)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on December 13, 2018, 12:38:07 PM
Great video, Master Resolute. I love your foot work and your strikes! 


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Taegin Roan on December 13, 2018, 08:58:08 PM
Here is my response to Ryan's challenge. Just me doing some basic spins and strikes in my Nassago costume. I shall challenge Taegin to post something from the initial criteria.


I know it's a bit late, but I have finally accepted this challenge.

Sorry... (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56BqzSnjqcA#)

It's an older video, but it still checks out.  ;)

Hopefully(I think) you guys noticed some pretty bad effects in it. And not to gloss over Master Resolute's latest challenge or anything, but I'm going to take this as an opportunity to challenge everyone to add some effects to their videos. The cringier (more cringy?) the better. And unless Master Res has a problem with it, I'd say you are welcome to complete both these challenges in the same video. ;D
Anyways, hope this brings joy to someone. :D


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Silenoz on December 13, 2018, 09:22:04 PM
Sorry... ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56BqzSnjqcA#[/url])
It's an older video, but it still checks out.  ;)

Nice reference. ;)

Better late than never. That was awesome, Taegin!

Anyways, hope this brings joy to someone. :D


Achieved! ;D



Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Venturous on December 13, 2018, 11:01:26 PM
I know it's a bit late, but I have finally accepted this challenge.

Sorry... ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56BqzSnjqcA#[/url])

It's an older video, but it still checks out.  ;)

Hopefully(I think) you guys noticed some pretty bad effects in it. And not to gloss over Master Resolute's latest challenge or anything, but I'm going to take this as an opportunity to challenge everyone to add some effects to their videos. The cringier (more cringy?) the better. And unless Master Res has a problem with it, I'd say you are welcome to complete both these challenges in the same video. ;D
Anyways, hope this brings joy to someone. :D


Well done sir. Glad to see you got around to it eventually.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on December 14, 2018, 02:37:14 AM
Great work, Taegin!  Glad you posted a video! Love your hand tosses and strikes!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Elwood Graestar on December 14, 2018, 03:27:47 AM
I know it's a bit late, but I have finally accepted this challenge.

It's an older video, but it still checks out.  ;)

Hopefully(I think) you guys noticed some pretty bad effects in it. And not to gloss over Master Resolute's latest challenge or anything, but I'm going to take this as an opportunity to challenge everyone to add some effects to their videos. The cringier (more cringy?) the better. And unless Master Res has a problem with it, I'd say you are welcome to complete both these challenges in the same video. ;D
Anyways, hope this brings joy to someone. :D
TWO in one week!?!? i'm digging what you're doing, Taegin! love the style, love the music! and the effects?  also, way rad 8)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on December 14, 2018, 06:19:44 AM
TWO in one week!?!? i'm digging what you're doing, Taegin! love the style, love the music! and the effects?  also, way rad 8)

I agree with Master Elwood, good stuff Taegin!!! I'm getting spoiled now and want more videos from you.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Silenoz on December 20, 2018, 11:13:00 AM
Decided to share one of the training sessions. Added a challenge to the end of this one. Skip to the saberstaff at the end to see it. Left in the mistakes.
Sorry... ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K5gNFHjplaw#[/url])

I accept this challenge Master Resolute!

Of course, you never specified the length you wanted, so it is super short. I assume this challenge applies to single sabers as well as staff.
Sorry... (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YCKkSYopb0Q&t=1s#)
 


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on December 20, 2018, 12:25:56 PM
Looking good there, DS!  Your flourishes are nice and tight


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: imgumby001dammit on December 20, 2018, 02:26:22 PM
Looks good Silenoz! Great to see you out there bangin away! I’ve got to quit talking schnit and get in the game with you guys.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on December 20, 2018, 02:37:20 PM
lookin good Silenoz. Those flips were nice. Something I've been working on too.

@Taegin - I agree with MV. Better " late " than never. Love the Fx! Your challenge is accepted.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Silenoz on December 20, 2018, 02:49:15 PM
Looks good Silenoz! Great to see you out there bangin away! I’ve got to quit talking schnit and get in the game with you guys.

Thank you Gum I'm starting to get back into the... um, swing off things. ;)
Cant wait to see you join us!

lookin good Silenoz. Those flips were nice. Something I've been working on too.

Thank you very much Master Resolute. Your video was great with really fun challenge. I think there should be at least one new challenge a week. I love em'.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on December 20, 2018, 04:11:28 PM
Horizontal Only Spins

Film 2 minutes using only horizontal spins and strikes. These can be over-the-head palm spins, around the neck, waste, etc. No eclipse spins, no plum blossoms, and so on. Either or both hands can be used, so long as everything is kept in the horizontal plane. Good luck!


Here's my take on the challenge but couldn't get to two minutes before I dropped my saber.

 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fmfVbqvcrSE#)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on December 20, 2018, 08:57:46 PM
Horizontal Only Spins

Film 2 minutes using only horizontal spins and strikes. These can be over-the-head palm spins, around the neck, waste, etc. No eclipse spins, no plum blossoms, and so on. Either or both hands can be used, so long as everything is kept in the horizontal plane. Good luck!


 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Au7vBGYC9ho#)

Sorry for the double post, I uploaded the wrong video earlier


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Elwood Graestar on December 20, 2018, 09:45:08 PM
Looking good, you two🤙🏻!  I’ll have to give these a go tonight between lessons🤘🏻!!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on December 20, 2018, 09:57:41 PM
Looking good, you two🤙🏻!  I’ll have to give these a go tonight between lessons🤘🏻!!


Thanks, Master Grady. I look toward to seeing your entry!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Venturous on December 21, 2018, 01:27:05 AM
([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Au7vBGYC9ho#[/url])

Sorry for the double post, I uploaded the wrong video earlier


Well done. This challenge is definitely harder than it sounds. Love the palm spins.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on December 21, 2018, 01:32:13 AM
Well done. This challenge is definitely harder than it sounds. Love the palm spins.

Thank you, Master Venturous. I will continue to train and will see about getting to two minutes


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: imgumby001dammit on December 23, 2018, 02:18:36 AM
Hell ya! Good job bubba!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on December 23, 2018, 02:20:57 AM
Thank you, Gumby!  Hope to see you spinning again, brother! ;D


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Jaymes1980 on December 29, 2018, 02:44:55 AM
Well done. This challenge is definitely harder than it sounds. Love the palm spins.
  I love challenges, I missed the posts I read horizontal strikes only are there any rules is there spinning between or nothing unless horizontal??


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Venturous on December 29, 2018, 03:21:23 AM
  I love challenges, I missed the posts I read horizontal strikes only are there any rules is there spinning between or nothing unless horizontal??

The challenge is to be horizontal flourishes only. Most people focus only on spins parallel to their body, so this challenges people to get out of their comfort zone and work on spins that are perpendicular to the body. Things like overhead palm spins, flourishes around the waste, or even under the leg passes as Darth Silenoz has done. The more creative you can be, the better.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Elwood Graestar on December 29, 2018, 01:11:31 PM
Here’s my shot at the horizontal flourishes- cut a little shorter than i revorded, there was one upward swing that i caught🤙🏻 Sorry... (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jz-R2oreknI&feature=share#)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on December 29, 2018, 01:46:36 PM
Looking good Master Elwood


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on December 30, 2018, 11:38:48 PM
@ Taegin

So, no sabers in this....But here are is one messing around with some teleportation.

I mess around with my Hit Films editor all the time.

Working on the horizontal challenge tomorrow. Taking advantage of this last weekend of freedom to train, train and train some more. ( Who am I kidding. We all know I will find a way to make time. Just need the will. )




and yes....if I'm using live blades, a disclaimer goes up. :)  (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-HTWu78aLt4&t=5s#)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on December 30, 2018, 04:38:41 PM
My single handed saber challenge video

Sorry... (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S4kylSzUiM8#)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Elwood Graestar on January 01, 2019, 10:34:02 AM
@ Taegin

So, no sabers in this....But here are is one messing around with some teleportation.

I mess around with my Hit Films editor all the time.

Working on the horizontal challenge tomorrow. Taking advantage of this last weekend of freedom to train, train and train some more. ( Who am I kidding. We all know I will find a way to make time. Just need the will. )



and yes....if I'm using live blades, a disclaimer goes up. :)
AWESOME!! what happens when you cross NightCrawler with a ninja?....a mess...you get a really big mess, that's what :D


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Elwood Graestar on January 01, 2019, 10:35:10 AM
My single handed saber challenge video


good session, Infinite! :) a worthy challenge response!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on January 01, 2019, 05:44:37 PM
Thank you, Master Elwood! It was fun!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Elwood Graestar on January 01, 2019, 10:47:26 AM
My response to the one handed challenge :)
Sorry... (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ik5KNX0wsDc#)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Matt Nihilus on January 04, 2019, 03:05:32 PM
Hi, everyone does a great job here! Really enjoyed your videos. I have to do this more often so I gave the one hand challenge a try today...;)

Sorry... (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zrNd2aECfAU&fbclid=IwAR0OTH2OTRwLMUqeew-XiFyEobmSM-8JtqDAvr0SPGj60-GOlFfK18TP5y0#)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Silenoz on January 05, 2019, 10:41:24 PM
I've been too distracted to comment until right now, but I've been watching.
Props to everyone. Nice job on the challenges Master Graestar, Infinit01 and Matt Nihulus.
And of course Master Resolute: Sick FX!!! Remind me never to get in a knife fight with you.Lol
Points to all.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Jaymes1980 on January 05, 2019, 06:56:03 PM
Master Venturous I been working on your challenge for 2 days been crazy with the kids but here's some of my practice cut together ( not my actual video but just to show I'm working on it) https://youtu.be/XTanGoXMMCA


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Venturous on January 06, 2019, 06:01:02 AM
Master Venturous I been working on your challenge for 2 days been crazy with the kids but here's some of my practice cut together ( not my actual video but just to show I'm working on it) https://youtu.be/XTanGoXMMCA

One thing I love with your spinning vids is how mobile you are. Adding movement always makes spinning videos more interesting and you do that in spades. Looking forward to seeing the finished product.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Jaymes1980 on January 06, 2019, 06:56:47 PM
One thing I love with your spinning vids is how mobile you are. Adding movement always makes spinning videos more interesting and you do that in spades. Looking forward to seeing the finished product.
Thank you Master Venturous that's really awesome to hear from you and tonight will be it hopefully will also bang out the 1 arm also challenges are so fun


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: imgumby001dammit on January 06, 2019, 11:51:57 PM
Hi everyone!! Everybody is looking SO great out there!! Sorry for not contributing more, it’s been super busy around here, and the weather has not cooperated. However, tried a quick shoot inside to answer the single handed challenge. Not enough room to attempt the horizontal challenge at this time, outside is not an option. Hope everyone is having a great new year, and enjoying saber training!!!

https://youtu.be/ub8HJrxwEr4


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Silenoz on January 07, 2019, 12:43:45 AM
Hi everyone!! Everybody is looking SO great out there!! Sorry for not contributing more, it’s been super busy around here, and the weather has not cooperated. However, tried a quick shoot inside to answer the single handed challenge. Not enough room to attempt the horizontal challenge at this time, outside is not an option. Hope everyone is having a great new year, and enjoying saber training!!!

https://youtu.be/ub8HJrxwEr4

Yeah bud!!! That's whats up!!! Feel the fury of the Mighty, Mighty GUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Nice job! +1


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: imgumby001dammit on January 07, 2019, 01:01:28 AM
Silenoz, my man!!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on January 07, 2019, 01:56:15 AM
Good work, Gum!!! Finally! I’ve been waiting for a video from you and you did not disappoint!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: imgumby001dammit on January 07, 2019, 02:04:25 AM
Sorry bubba. I’m real sad I couldn’t find the time to enter spin wars. After seeing everyone I knew I missed out. Not this year though...


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: For Tyeth on January 07, 2019, 02:15:53 AM
Sorry bubba. I’m real sad I couldn’t find the time to enter spin wars. After seeing everyone I knew I missed out. Not this year though...

WOW Gumby! Your ceiling never stood a chance and you kept going after the roof strike. You will be a Spin Wars Star with no doubt for 2019!

point inbound.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on January 06, 2019, 08:04:37 PM
Sorry bubba. I’m real sad I couldn’t find the time to enter spin wars. After seeing everyone I knew I missed out. Not this year though...

No worries man. I look forward to seeing you in it this year


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: imgumby001dammit on January 06, 2019, 08:28:51 PM
Ha! Ya, you can see why certain challenges would be a problem when I can’t go outside!! Thanks guys. I do love to saber, that’s for sure!! But, don’t we ALL!!!!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Solstice Lacer on January 07, 2019, 09:35:27 PM
Decided to try the single hand saber challenge. It certainly was a challenge since I don't normally practice one handed, but I gave it a go anyway.

Sorry... (http://youtube.com/watch?v=tWtjXcnsmzE#)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on January 07, 2019, 09:38:29 PM
Looking good there, SL. I can tell that you’re getting quite comfortable with the saber


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Venturous on January 07, 2019, 02:53:33 PM
Decided to try the single hand saber challenge. It certainly was a challenge since I don't normally practice one handed, but I gave it a go anyway.

Sorry... ([url]http://youtube.com/watch?v=tWtjXcnsmzE#[/url])


Nicely done


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Silenoz on January 07, 2019, 10:49:36 PM
Decided to try the single hand saber challenge. It certainly was a challenge since I don't normally practice one handed, but I gave it a go anyway.

Sorry... ([url]http://youtube.com/watch?v=tWtjXcnsmzE#[/url])


Well done, Solstice! -1



Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Solstice Lacer on January 08, 2019, 12:42:20 AM
Thanks all  :)  everyone's videos inspire me to be better


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: imgumby001dammit on January 07, 2019, 09:46:50 PM
Yes! Well done Lacer! You’ve got a lot of horizontal moves in there . You should try that challenge as well!!!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Solstice Lacer on January 08, 2019, 12:32:24 PM
Thanks Gumby, I'll have to work on getting creative with that


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on January 08, 2019, 07:41:13 PM
Thanks all  :)  everyone's videos inspire me to be better

You're welcome, yours inspired me as well!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Elwood Graestar on January 08, 2019, 08:19:06 PM
Decided to try the single hand saber challenge. It certainly was a challenge since I don't normally practice one handed, but I gave it a go anyway.


Well done! I agree with Gumby- you have a lot of natural  horizontal movements, that challenge should be cake for you!😊 and on a side note- if you do a Ventress cosplay, i’d love to see it!

And while i’m at it- looking good, Gumby!!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Solstice Lacer on January 08, 2019, 09:36:49 PM
Thank you Master Graestar.

My lee filter swatch book is due to arrive tomorrow, and once I pick out my favorite yellow I'll be posting my completed "Post Clone Wars Ventress" cosplay.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: imgumby001dammit on January 08, 2019, 10:47:42 PM
Thanks Master G! If I can find the time, and the boy picks the dog poop up out of the yard, I may try the Blind Swordsman Challenge!!!!

Very much looking forward to seeing the complete Ventress look Lacer!👍🏽


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Jaymes1980 on January 09, 2019, 07:37:37 PM
Hi everyone!! Everybody is looking SO great out there!! Sorry for not contributing more, it’s been super busy around here, and the weather has not cooperated. However, tried a quick shoot inside to answer the single handed challenge. Not enough room to attempt the horizontal challenge at this time, outside is not an option. Hope everyone is having a great new year, and enjoying saber training!!!

https://youtu.be/ub8HJrxwEr4
  gum the foot work direction changes are amazing the saber action dope!!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: imgumby001dammit on January 10, 2019, 03:29:02 AM
Thanks bub! I’ve really been enjoying your vids. I went back and watched a few of older posts. I’m always struck by how much power and intensity you put into your technique. It reminds me of me!😁👍🏽💥☄️⚡️🤟🏼


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Jaymes1980 on January 10, 2019, 09:19:39 AM
Thanks bub! I’ve really been enjoying your vids. I went back and watched a few of older posts. I’m always struck by how much power and intensity you put into your technique. It reminds me of me!😁👍🏽💥☄️⚡️🤟🏼
  That's me and you Gum 😁 2 peas from the same pod we bring hell with us 🤣


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on January 10, 2019, 07:16:08 PM
Kudos to Gumby and Jaymes on their videos. Keep up the good work, fellas. I'm a fan.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Jaymes1980 on January 10, 2019, 11:09:34 PM
Kudos to Gumby and Jaymes on their videos. Keep up the good work, fellas. I'm a fan.
thanks infinat same here bro 😁


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Matt Nihilus on January 11, 2019, 05:08:28 PM
Great work Solstice Lacer & Imgumby and I'm impressed how you not hitting something!  ;)

I thought this fits here as well. Rules are simple. Only spins, no tosses or strikes.

Sorry... (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TbC2txAgDTc#)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on January 11, 2019, 06:07:41 PM
ok, now this is one that will be very challenging for me. No strikes.....still haven't gotten to the horizontal yet. more to add to the list

Just getting caught up with everyone's vid's. I'll be more specific in my next post, short on time.

Very nice by the way!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Matt Nihilus on January 11, 2019, 06:32:29 PM
Thank you Resolute! Maybe I do a few more that I've missed. They have some great effects like finding new combinations, ways to move or just getting rid of some habbits.
A only strikes challenge would be definitely hard for me to do. Just started to add a few to my routines  :D


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Solstice Lacer on January 11, 2019, 06:43:18 PM
Thanks Matt Nihilus, nice work on your vid and sweet yellow/orange (I can't tell).

 Here's my go at the horizontal only challenge. Probably not my most creative work, but I tried to keep all my flourishes around my body even if my saber was at an angle sometimes, since I'm a bit limited on space. Hopefully it still counts. Also a chance to rock my own yellow

Sorry... (http://youtube.com/watch?v=fHGF6jbRwOE#)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Matt Nihilus on January 11, 2019, 07:05:07 PM
Wow, that looks great Solstice Lacer! Very nice flow and blade 8). (mine is orange, looks more yellow on camera)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Solstice Lacer on January 11, 2019, 10:25:07 PM
Thank you Matt  :)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: imgumby001dammit on January 14, 2019, 01:53:26 AM
I guess I was feeling frisky, because I felt like making things as difficult as I can and seeing what happens. With one challenge task apparently not being enough, I figured I’d combine criteria and give it a go. So, I’ve attempted to combine single hand, with no strikes or throws, into the tightest space possible, using my Guardian w/a 36”. Some of you might thinks this is no big deal, and for you, maybe it isn’t. However, I found it very difficult. After several attempts I was barely able to get through a whole minute without hitting something, or ending in a strike. Even in my best attempt, I hit a chair right at the one min mark. It’s fun though, and good exercise for a big boy, such as myself. Here’s three blooper vids with my best attempt at the end. Feel free to laugh and throw money.

https://youtu.be/GDBfhh82pg8
https://youtu.be/bqiVa3g9dF4
https://youtu.be/KSKK6S0dSXI

And finally...

https://youtu.be/FQRxK05-jyw


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Lady Revan on January 14, 2019, 03:08:44 AM
*creeps in from the shadows* I have a challenge for people... As it can be understood that there is a reverse of everything, I propose the following challenge: Anything you do in the routine you must also do the reverse of it. This includes all spins, all tosses, and all strikes. Let's see some defenses, some backwards maneuvers, some behind the back... Get creative! Video should be between 1 and 3 minutes according to your own inspiration.

and for bonus points, you can also attempt to do it in the style of a disco cheetah


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: RhylisArdhrn on January 22, 2019, 05:51:45 PM
This is so cool!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on January 22, 2019, 06:35:58 PM
Glad that you found the artistry section, rhylisardhrn


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: RhylisArdhrn on January 22, 2019, 07:19:32 PM
Thank to you Infiniti0!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on January 23, 2019, 08:42:31 PM
My entry to Matt's No Strikes and no tosses challenge

Sorry... (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0J8W-EErQ78#)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: RhylisArdhrn on January 24, 2019, 01:41:17 PM
Great job. Expressive spins, all I could think was "I can spin it anywhere". I'm weird lol. Really interesting techniques! I love watching your videos I'll have to watch more


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on January 24, 2019, 09:29:12 PM
Thanks, RA. Try it, It’s really addicting and a great stress reliever


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: RhylisArdhrn on January 25, 2019, 01:41:35 AM
No prob. I always practice very aggressive techniques. I should try more relaxing practices. And I will.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on January 25, 2019, 12:31:49 PM
Good deal, I look forward to seeing your saber flows and more of your work.  I will also do so with great interest...


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Matt Nihilus on January 25, 2019, 04:00:49 PM
Great work Infinit! Looking smooth. Steady improvement  8)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Elwood Graestar on January 27, 2019, 01:12:55 AM
Well done, Infinite!😄  i’ve got to give this one another go- strikes kept kreeping in there😆


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on January 28, 2019, 04:25:28 PM
Great work Infinit! Looking smooth. Steady improvement  8)

Thank you, Matt. This challenge was a fun one to do but I did have to tell myself not to strike or toss, lol.

Well done, Infinite!😄  i’ve got to give this one another go- strikes kept kreeping in there😆

Thank you, Master Elwood. 


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Cephalus on January 29, 2019, 07:31:07 AM
7 challenges behind. Scheduling my catchup now. Did I miss it or has no one posted an off hand challenge yet?

Update: nevermind, it was last May and I did it already. Just forgot.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Lady Revan on January 29, 2019, 01:59:48 AM
7 challenges behind. Scheduling my catchup now. Did I miss it or has no one posted an off hand challenge yet?

Update: nevermind, it was last May and I did it already. Just forgot.
Are you going to do the disco cheetah? *hopeful looks*


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on January 29, 2019, 11:56:59 AM
7 challenges behind. Scheduling my catchup now. Did I miss it or has no one posted an off hand challenge yet?

Update: nevermind, it was last May and I did it already. Just forgot.

I'll need to find that off hand challenge


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Cephalus on January 29, 2019, 03:19:39 PM
I'll need to find that off hand challenge
I think it was the first challenge in the thread.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on January 29, 2019, 11:45:47 PM
I think it was the first challenge in the thread.

Thank you, DC


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Cephalus on January 30, 2019, 03:45:51 AM
Saberforum Challenge: Horizontal
Keep the blade in the horizontal plain for the whole routine. The low camera angle makes it look off from time to time, but to the best of my knowledge, mission accomplished. This is the best 3 minutes of what ended up being about 5 or 6.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tthep9Adot0 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tthep9Adot0#)

Saberforum Challenge: One Hand
Challenge was to stick to one hand without the other ever touching the saber. Edited down from about 10 minutes
www.youtube.com/watch?v=vG0wJqys0rI (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vG0wJqys0rI#)

Saberforum Challenge: Training speed
The challenge was to do what you do but at a fraction of the speed. Trying to slow down the tosses was interesting. I had to spin the saber to increase hangtime.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DU0Tzlka794 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DU0Tzlka794#)

4 more to go. Figure I might film Hallway tonight, bling swordsman and only spin on Thursday, and forward and reverse next Tuesday.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Cephalus on January 30, 2019, 05:32:38 AM
Saberforum Challenge: Hallway
Challenge was to practice saber spinning in a tight area, like a hallway. I went with down some of the narrowest aisles of a video store. 33" at the narrowest part. Now all this video needs is Scooby Doo running away from me.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=SbbxwmRCkkY (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SbbxwmRCkkY#)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: For Tyeth on January 29, 2019, 10:41:11 PM
Er, Hi Darth Cephalus,

You might want to edit your post slightly, you got the name of the Challenge a bit wrong!

Now I can't post a video but I do have a picture of something similar that happened to me whilst training...home invasion!

(https://ftsabersite.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/ft-hallway-defence-1sml-mk.jpg)

It isn't Scooby Doo but the trooper ran away and with one less hand.

Sorry for interrupting.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on January 30, 2019, 01:07:06 PM
(https://ftsabersite.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/ft-hallway-defence-1sml-mk.jpg)

Awesome picture, Tyeth. The kid in me just can't help but see the blade coming out from his.....never mind.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on January 30, 2019, 03:56:32 PM
My Off Hand Challenge video

Sorry... (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aJZPa7WERBM#)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Cephalus on January 30, 2019, 08:04:57 PM
Er, Hi Darth Cephalus,

You might want to edit your post slightly, you got the name of the Challenge a bit wrong!


Lol. Even my typos break forum rules. Thanks for catchiing that before the admin wrath descended.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: For Tyeth on January 30, 2019, 09:35:08 PM
Lol. Even my typos break forum rules. Thanks for catchiing that before the admin wrath descended.

Hi DC, no problem but to be honest I think the Admin would be lenient in your case after all you have contributed to the forum. Just one more thing, your avatar and signature images appear to be missing.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Cephalus on January 30, 2019, 11:34:25 PM
Hi DC, no problem but to be honest I think the Admin would be lenient in your case after all you have contributed to the forum. Just one more thing, your avatar and signature images appear to be missing.
Yep. Long absence so the image hosting expired. I will try to get those back up at some point.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on January 31, 2019, 02:24:05 PM
Hey there, DC!  Great challenge videos, I really like the training speed one and the hallway one really shows how tight your flow work is.  Awesome trench coat and hat by the way, gives off a menacing look to your character.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Cephalus on January 31, 2019, 10:12:48 PM
Hey there, DC!  Great challenge videos, I really like the training speed one and the hallway one really shows how tight your flow work is.  Awesome trench coat and hat by the way, gives off a menacing look to your character.
Thanks. Those are actually my work clothes. I like to think that my professional dress style is what disillusioned 80s metal goth looks like when you are 40 and employed.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Cephalus on February 02, 2019, 02:44:06 AM
Spin only challenge. The challenge was to make a video with only spins. No strikes, no stops, no tosses, etc. This is the short edit; total session was about 8 minutes. The real challenge was to keep it interesting. You will all have to tell me if I accomplished that.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=xvhp8_wHtv8 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xvhp8_wHtv8#)
Also did a short edit. I think I like the music better on the long one though.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=rw9AoEtHGDA (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rw9AoEtHGDA#)



Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on February 02, 2019, 08:39:24 PM
DC bringing his A-game as always. Looking good my friend. Good to see you back in full swing!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: imgumby001dammit on February 05, 2019, 01:55:13 PM
Everyone is keeping it real!! DC coming on strong...


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Cephalus on February 08, 2019, 06:09:19 AM
Saberforum Challenge: Blind swordsman
The challenge was to shoot a video while blindfolded. Did a bit of warmup first, then shot about 10 minutes. There were a few drops; I left a couple in. Fun little challenge to be sure. I even chanced a bit of rough contact even though the staff was clearly on the long side.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ckCs9Kk2VV0 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ckCs9Kk2VV0#)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on February 08, 2019, 01:42:36 PM
Great video once again, Darth Cephalus. I need to try that although I don't think that I'm good enough yet


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: imgumby001dammit on February 11, 2019, 04:26:34 AM
Yes, DC!! Friggin love it man!!! Sweet moves across the shoulders, I can’t even pull that wham I’m aware of my surroundings. Point


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Elwood Graestar on February 13, 2019, 08:07:13 PM
Well done, DC!!! Nailed it!🤙🏻


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: DARTH CH3M15T on February 18, 2019, 11:04:14 PM
My attempt at the hallway / tight space challenge. Ended up having quite a bit of fun wirh this one. Hopefully try more when i have time.
http://youtu.be/evYftVj-fJ8 (http://youtu.be/evYftVj-fJ8)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on February 18, 2019, 11:15:40 PM
You nailed it, Ch3m. Love that track too, what’s the name of it? -1


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Cephalus on February 19, 2019, 12:01:19 AM
Love it. I especially like the over the door stuff from about 1:40 on.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on February 19, 2019, 12:28:37 PM
Love it. I especially like the over the door stuff from about 1:40 on.

Agreed


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Cephalus on March 01, 2019, 04:17:14 AM
Alright then, I have a challenge: Finishing move!

For this challenge, do a routine of any length, but find a way to build to an epic final move. Make it goofy, make it unique, make it badass, but make it happen. Just to get the ball rolling, here is one from me.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=WW8fEmgSMF8 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WW8fEmgSMF8#)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Jaymes1980 on May 16, 2019, 04:20:35 AM
That was awesome the finishing move I was 😯


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: DARTH CH3M15T on May 16, 2019, 10:11:56 PM
My first blind swordsmen challenge attempt
https://youtu.be/rEgGFrGzWto



Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Jaymes1980 on May 16, 2019, 10:52:58 PM
First off the beard is awesome you could pass for a young tommen for the game of thrones prequel. Incredible completion of this challenge, I'd like to try soon I'm very behind on challenges but awesome man.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: DARTH CH3M15T on May 22, 2019, 03:01:28 PM
https://youtu.be/chBoUNIdb7U

Horizon challenge


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Jaymes1980 on May 22, 2019, 06:56:03 PM
Awesome horizontal challenge bro didn't see any vertical 🙇‍♂️


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Jaymes1980 on May 23, 2019, 06:32:56 AM
Horizontal challenge  https://youtu.be/TTs4HxE59bY


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Elwood Graestar on July 29, 2019, 02:42:56 AM
It’s been a fair minute since i’ve posted ‘round here, and i bring with me a challenge: the bottlecap challenge!
Using a bottle filled with water, cap partially screwed down(not tight) and some duct tape for traction(after initially breaking the blade/tip on the bottle 😆) let’s see some cap-spinning action!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qKKEnqGkeMk&feature=share# (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qKKEnqGkeMk&feature=share#)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Therion Jinn on July 29, 2019, 03:07:55 AM
Excellent, EG. Excellent


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on August 16, 2019, 01:32:45 AM
It's been some crazy months but im finally back to normal. Training, training and then a little more training! I'll be playing catch up this weekend. Good to see familiar faces and some new ones. Looking forward to catching up.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Master Resolute on February 22, 2021, 05:10:08 PM
Martial Challenge.

That's right. it's called Martial " Arts ". Let's see some partner drills! Can be kata ( forms ) , drills, freestyle , 10 second fight scene.

Requirements - -

- Two or more people. ( Wear a Star Wars helmet/mask if you need too! Covid and all)
- Ultrasaber or a Training weapon.

Bonus : Tell us what US hilt you are using and why. I use a Sentinel v4 Stunt tri-cree Red (mostly) and a Bellicose Emerald. The sentinel is my favorite to spin. The Bellicose is my favorite hilt US offers. ( some are a close 2nd though )

P.S.- Follow Safety at all times. Plz do not post partner drills if you are not wearing eye protection. Any protection is great, but as long as you don't go too fast, not required. unless of course you are not trained....if that's the case, wear all the protection you can get your hands on.  Safety! safety! safety!

We are using Kali Sticks in this one. One of the first disarms will not work on a blade/saber. The yielding techniques will though. \

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KDEaVfhNhNQ# (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KDEaVfhNhNQ#)
 

P.S.S. - if you want to actually hear me teach and get some basics, go check out my basics tutorial on my youtube channel. Popular videos. It will be at the top.  ::)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Infinit01 on February 23, 2021, 12:06:03 PM
Great challenge, Master Resolute!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Nivek on July 01, 2022, 10:10:54 AM
Hope this applies to this thread
 And hope its okay that i posted it in my thread as well.
My spinning practice... a new hope ;D
http://youtube.com/watch?v=YF4cdGQ2LIE&t=8s# (http://youtube.com/watch?v=YF4cdGQ2LIE&t=8s#)


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: For Tyeth on July 02, 2022, 12:41:39 AM
Hi Darth Nivek,

I'll be honest I am no exert in either staff or dual wielding (I can just about manage one blade!) but this looked solid and I like how you gave us, the viewer, the feeling that you had the "High Ground" placing the camera so low  :D

Seriously though, when you broke the staff down to perform your Jar Kai segment your form reminded me of my old friend Master Medwyn and his Elements Forms (Master Medwyn created his own unique saber forms based on Earth, Wind, Fire, Water and Ice). Your flow was very similar to his Water and Wind forms of forward attack and backwards retreat with your second saber following and filling the void left as the first saber moved (In Master Medwyn's forms this represented the ebb and flow of the Wind and the incoming/outgoing tides).

Thanks for sharing....and no need to hope....just keep up the good work!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Nivek on July 02, 2022, 08:10:38 AM
Thank you commander Tyeth. My attempt in staff and dual wield is to try and get essentially a never ending flow. Ive watched alot of the masters here over the years (moat notable infinite) and really tried to get a feel for keeping my form constant. In my mind id like to think im trying to utilize every form, even if its included in a small way. And I never stop hoping, even if its only practice. To me, im in my own universe when i pick up the sabers   ;D
Quote from: For Tyeth lin :)k=topic=33938.msg797725#msg797725 date=1656722499
Hi Darth Nivek,

I'll be honest I am no exert in either staff or dual wielding (I can just about manage one blade!) but this looked solid and I like how you gave us, the viewer, the feeling that you had the "High Ground" placing the camera so low  :D

Seriously though, when you broke the staff down to perform your Jar Kai segment your form reminded me of my old friend Master Medwyn and his Elements Forms (Master Medwyn created his own unique saber forms based on Earth, Wind, Fire, Water and Ice). Your flow was very similar to his Water and Wind forms of forward attack and backwards retreat with your second saber following and filling the void left as the first saber moved (In Master Medwyn's forms this represented the ebb and flow of the Wind and the incoming/outgoing tides).

Thanks for sharing....and no need to hope....just keep up the good work!


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: For Tyeth on July 02, 2022, 07:22:29 PM
Hello Darth Nivek,

Yes we have been blessed by the Force over the years on this forum with the amount of talented saber Masters we've had share their skills and techniques.
To name a few, Master Resolute of course,  Darth Cephalus, Master Ventorus, Master Nero Ataru (Nero I believe was a real life Competition class fencer having competed in National tournaments), Samhain138, our friendly neighbourhood Moderator Infini01 plus Master Medwyn whom I mentioned....thanks to all.
All have brought something special to the table (I watched Infinit01's progress as he posted his series of YouTube spinning short videos - getting better with each one)....it won't be long before you are looked on as an expert. Enjoy your sabering.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Nivek on July 03, 2022, 03:49:35 AM
Mtfbwy commander!
Hello Darth Nivek,

Yes we have been blessed by the Force over the years on this forum with the amount of talented saber Masters we've had share their skills and techniques.
To name a few, Master Resolute of course,  Darth Cephalus, Master Ventorus, Master Nero Ataru (Nero I believe was a real life Competition class fencer having competed in National tournaments), Samhain138, our friendly neighbourhood Moderator Infini01 plus Master Medwyn whom I mentioned....thanks to all.
All have brought something special to the table (I watched Infinit01's progress as he posted his series of YouTube spinning short videos - getting better with each one)....it won't be long before you are looked on as an expert. Enjoy your sabering.


Title: Re: You've Been Challenged
Post by: Darth Nivek on July 04, 2022, 11:40:55 PM
Ive got one more for you guys, my wooden nunchaku. Apologies if it doesent apply to the thread. Im in gear for training mode this year, and going at it in full force  ;D
http://youtube.com/watch?v=GUpnxm0Ma0A# (http://youtube.com/watch?v=GUpnxm0Ma0A#)