SF Agaenos (Basic Broad Sword)

Spock · December 29, 2003, 07:05 PM

Crosis nodded and then took a moment as he copied the ID information down. He smiled and then continued with writing his name down in a time slot and a teacher slot. Crosis then continued "On your right you will see a hall for rooms go to room 4. Your instructor will be there soon."

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Later Agaenos observed the room. It was a bit cold, and musty of course. It had a two lanterns to light the inside, and did so fairly nice. Perhaps not as good as a surface or during the day practice. However, the SF was ran 24/7 it was built to last.

Soon the door opened and revealed a giant. That would explain why they were in the bigger room. The giant was about 8 feet tall give or take a few inches. A rather large man thats for sure. He was bald, and tanned. Rough looking in appearance one could tell he had been in the military for a while. with many scars, and a look that would kill if you stare d him int he eye to long "Serale Private Agaenos my name is Fulgore Hardfoot. However, you can just call me fulgore if you wish. I here you want to learn the broad sword. Hmm yess what can you tell me? Hm yes do you have any experience with the sword?"

Agaenos Phidion · December 30, 2003, 05:54 AM

As Agaenos entered the room, the immediate sensation was that of a rush of chilly air rushing to greet him. As with all room, there is also a hint of sweat, from the countless training that had occured here - the efforts exerted, the determination, the ambitions, even the suffering and pain people went through - all could be felt here. Secretly, though, the Man wished the training would happen up above, in broad daylight...

The size of the room had been in the mind of Agaenos for a moment. When the trainer finally arrived, his question was answered - a tanned Giant, by the name of Fulgore Hardfoot.

"I hear you want to learn the broad sword. Hmm yes what can you tell me? Hm yes do you have any experience with the sword?"

All through his travels, he had not utilized his broad sword much, being a weapon to warn or intimidate his foes - or potential foes. He had held it, of course, and practiced swinging it with his wrist somewhat. A professional broad-swordsman, though - he was off by a long league.

"Serale Fulgore. Yes, the broad sword is what I wish to learn, for I had possessed it long enough without realising the correct way to wield it. As for experience..." He thought for a very brief moment, before continuing, "If you mean have I slayed any foes with it, then no - though I tried to seek out the proper way to wield the weapon." As he finished, he removed the broad-sword sheath from his belt, and from it, he slowly drew his broad sword, showing his trainer the one-handed weapon and the blade.

"Of course, I have preserved it rather well."

Spock · December 30, 2003, 03:40 PM

Fulgore nodded and with a deep voice continued tell you what Agaenos. The broad sword can be one handed and/or two handed. Since this sword kind of goes both ways depending on the type you buy or the way you care for most I will teach you basic one hand and basic two handed broadsword fighting."

It was true the difference was not to much different, and the giant knew there would come times where Agaenos might find knowing how to use his sword both ways would be helpful. Plus it seemed Agaenos had the mass to do both.

Folgore then grabbed a sword that was customized for people shorter than him and weaker. Not as a insult, but giant were naturally 5 times stronger than there human cousins. The giant would just pound away until Agaenos was beat into submission.

However, fulgore continued "nice sword, but we will be using practice swords. I would hate to cut anything off of course you may need your hand for real battle. Chose a practice broadsword don the rack over there."

OOC: Its ok to bunny this once and find the one that you think best suites you. =)

Agaenos Phidion · December 30, 2003, 03:58 PM

"The broad sword can be one handed and/or two handed. Since this sword kind of goes both ways depending on the type you buy or the way you care for most I will teach you basic one hand and basic two handed broadsword fighting."

It was not until now that Agaenos knew that a broad sword could be two-handed too. "So many variations for one type of weapon - I wonder which would be the best..." The thought of a one-handed broad sword seemed to appeal more to Agaenos than a two-handed one, since after all, he preferred wielding weapons alongside a shield, or other weapons, in his left hand.

As Fulgore chose a sword from one of the racks, he appeared fearsome for a moment - not only because he was trained (or else, he would not be training Agaenos!), it was also his stature, and the natural strength that he possesses - a Giant could easily pound a few dents and cuts into a Human. The Man had trust in him, however, and no uneasiness came over him - not yet, at least.

"I would hate to cut anything off of course you may need your hand for real battle." A grin from Agaenos replyed the remark, and as he was commanded to choose a practice broadsword, he stepped over the rack, and, scanning the different broad swords available, he chose one that would fit his hand nicely, with an adequately long and wide blade - he does not know exactly how long, perhaps, 34 or 36" - but it would make a nice (and fearsome, if trained) one-handed broad sword. Scanning it, he held it firmly in his right hand, and spun it once. Taking the sheaths and blades of both his own bastard sword and broad sword, he set them aside, ready for training.

Stepping in front of Fulgore, he nodded, and signified that he was ready. Indeed, he even took in a deep breath, and let it out, just to calm and prepare himself.

Spock · December 30, 2003, 11:20 PM

Fulgore nodded "Excellent now first thing is first. Your sword will be a part of so to speak like another extension of your arm. Many are good at knocking the sword out of your hand. o lets first go over how you hold your sword."

The giant stood in thought and then motioned to show him "grip it and hold your hand out I want to see how you are holding it."

OOC: Just give a good detail post about how you are holding it I can not write much more until a bit further when i have gathered my info about you. =)

Agaenos Phidion · December 31, 2003, 05:09 AM

OOC: Ok - thanks. Also, about the angle bit - I won't be using mathematical terms, just to sound more "mythical".

IC:
"Another extension of your arm" - how very correct, thought the Man. He could almost visualize it now - it is essential to be at one with the sword to be truly great at using it. At Fulgore's command, he gripped his sword in what the Man thought was the proper way.

He adjusted his right hand, so now it held the hilt midway between the pommel and the guard. He stretched out his arm, though not completely, for he still bent his elbow slightly. The point of his sword did not point vertically up - instead, it is at an angle, pointing more up than forward. Finally, the edge of the blade did not face directly to its opponent as well, for he twisted his wrist slightly, and the blade's guard could now protect his hand better, should any blows attempt to disarm him.

He looked up suggestively, and smiling.

Spock · December 31, 2003, 04:06 PM

Fulgore could not complain this time the way Agaenos held the sword was fine indeed. The giant nodded "yes, that is a good hold on the sword indeed. It is nice to finally have a student who seems to be talented already in it." The giant then further instructed also hoping this would be a fairly easy going training session "to make good use of time how about you show me how you would hold it in a two handed grip. Then also show me your best stance when in the ready position for sword fighting." Fulgore then observed and waited to see how Agaenos would present the following....

Agaenos Phidion · January 1, 2004, 05:20 AM

As Fulgore gave clear approval and a satisfactory nod, Agaenos could not help but smile in gratitude - indeed, he was much grateful, for his trainer "finally" met one who is "talented", which, by his tone, seems to be a rare case. A tinge of complacency started to seep into Agaenos' mind - but he soon rejected it away from his mind. "Cursed be that thought to enter my head - I must not be complacent!"

Now, he was commanded to show his two-handed grip (which he has never done before) and his battle stance, so he wasted no time; he planted his feet firmly on the ground, his right foot in front of his left, and apart so they are approximately shoulder-length, whilst also bending his knees slightly; he slipped his right hand to the top of the sword hilt, and placed his left hand directly beneath his right, both fists touching; the sword's point was at an angle, more up than forward, and he twisted his wrist so the guard would protect his hands more from disarming blows, exactly the same as he did with his one-handed grip. As well as that, though, he tilted the sword, so it was diagonally in front of him. Parries and attacks could be exectuted swiftly in such a position, he thought.

Again, he looked up to Fulgore.

Spock · January 1, 2004, 03:45 PM

Fulgore nodded and seemed to be laid back teacher. Most likely because he was ruthless else where and enjoyed the moments of peace...maybe. However, he nodded and observed "Ok, there are several ways to hold a two handed sword. It is preference so you can pick as yous see fit. First his holding it as you are now. The next is holding it a tad close r to the body and to your dominate side. So if right handed it will be held on the right with it being a bit close r to the body. This is to use your strong hand to push and the other to pull balancing force nicely as you swing the big sword in massive heaves. Masters of the great sword can get pretty quick and tricky even though its size. I think people have a misconception about two handed swords...oh well"

Fulgore smirked it was probably so that the giant used a two handed weapon mostly "well your stance is almost perfect. I like how you have bent your knees, and have one foot forward thats excellent. You even have the shoulder squared stance part right. Now here is the deal usually the foot not forward goes beneath you. Some have come to believe the foot beneath makes you backwards heavy meaning if not careful someone can push you over. The argument about having one foot back and the other forward is that it make s you sideways heavy. However, the compromise most used is not to have the foot underneath out a fulls step or under you all the way. Those are the three stance you can choose from.I encourage you to pick one and that sit so you can master a set technique. So go ahead and choose one and i will say if your standing that way right or not."

Agaenos Phidion · January 1, 2004, 03:58 PM

As Fulgore commentated at Agaenos' stance, he nodded and smiled. Holding as it he is right now is fine, seeminly, though he took he also took his teacher's recommendation of holding the broad sword slightly closer to him, and to his right. "This is to use your strong hand to push and the other to pull balancing force nicely as you swing the big sword in massive heaves. Masters of the great sword can get pretty quick and tricky even though its size." He stood, slightly fascinated by his speech for a moment - for the Man could almost visualize masters of great swords cleaving foes with ease on the battlefield. Soon, however, his mind bounced back into reality.

Fulgore now delved into the lores of feet placement - about which foot, forward or backward one, should go beneath a warrior. After hearing the speech in its completion, Agaenos felt having the backward foot underneath his body might be a bad idea, for a jab may probably unstable him very quickly. The forward-foot stance may provide him with more power (he thought), but unexpected attacks from behind and sides may unstable him; therefore, he chose for the compromise. He now positioned his body halfway between both feet, however, he leaned slightly forward.

"I do have a preference for attack and power, so I have chosen to lean slightly forward - but not having my forward foot underneath me. Would that be correct?"

Spock · January 1, 2004, 04:07 PM

Fulgore nodded and observed Agaenos and his choice of position. Fulgore circle d once in a slow revolution observing his stance pushing on him a few times to see if his balance was sound. Fulgore had now negative comments yet "Yes, that will be fine it seems you have a nice foundation going for you I just recommend practice is it of course will make things more perfect."

Fulgore then proceeded "Well we have sword holding, and stance down for the moment. Now lets get the basic swings out of the way. The first is the thrust of course, and the thrust is the quickest swing to use. It can create fair damage if you get through. You see thrust lacks power though, but a volley of thrusts will surely undo a foe. You move forward taking a step and at the same time send your sword forward using a greta jolt from your arms into the target."

Fulgore did and example using the steps he said and revealed a crisp and quick thrust right into the gut of a dummy that was in the room. Fulgore grinned "now you give it a try on this here target..." He pointed at the fake man and observed Agaenos...

Agaenos Phidion · January 1, 2004, 04:25 PM

Ah... finally - ways to attack. Agaenos' optimism started to grow.

"First is the thrust of course, and the thrust is the quickest swing to use. It can create fair damage if you get through. You see thrust lacks power though, but a volley of thrusts will surely undo a foe." He lectured. "Of course - and an unarmoured foe could probably be dispatched with one or two thrusts - the most handy of killing manoeuvres, I would say."

Very soon, Fulgore demonstrated a thrust at a dummy. The Man watched intently, imprinting a mental note of the movements and techniques the Giant is using into his mind. He looked at the dummy after he had demonstrated.

Taking a deep breath, he approached the dummy. Taking up his one-handed grip, and his chosen stance, he stood in front of the fake man, eyeing it with enmity, like a foul Ogre or an abominable Goblin upon the battlefield. He pulled back his right hand. Taking a step forward, he swung his left hand backward, propelling him forward further, and his shoulder moved, his elbow straightened, and Agaenos launched a thrust at the dummy's stomach area.

He was not finished, however. "This is my two-handed thrust, Fulgore." He announced, whilst smiling. Taking up his two-handed grip and his chosen stance once again, he pulled the broad sword backwards on his right side. Stepping forward once more, he summoned up his strength to push the sword into the dummy's stomach area.

"How have I done?" He smiled slightly.

Spock · January 2, 2004, 03:49 PM

Fulgore nodded as he observed the two swings the firs being one handed and the other two handed. Each thrust was of course a basic one, and his firs time. However, they were good enough to move on "those were just find Agaenos" Fulgore then moved to show the next sword offemsive which was the slash. A slash went from right to left at medium power. Much like taking a stick and playing swords with them like people did when little.

Fulgore did it with one hand and slash form right to left. If a real man could have spilled his stomach upon the floor. The two handed slash was of course more powerful, and therefor pounded the little dummy.

Fulgore grinned "that w as the slash it is the most used swing of peoples arsenal. People say its a compromise of alls wings. However, like tools there is not one tool that does all functions. So all swings I will show you are of course important. Now show me the thrust in both different styles...."

Agaenos Phidion · January 2, 2004, 04:16 PM

OOC: Did you mean thrust or slash? Agaenos just did both thrusts...

IC:

"Those were just fine Agaenos" was Fulgore's comment on the Man's thrust - indeed, it would give a foe a hard time to recover, these attacks, and Agaenos thought it was good enough as well. "But perhaps they could be better with practice and time..."

His Giant teacher now showed him the second manoeuvre, the slash. Fulgore explained that it was the most-used swing, as it was a compromise from speed and power ([color=brown]"One could not always have both..."[/color). He observed both the one-handed and two-handed swings. The one-handed slash seemed to be capable of cleaving someone's stomach in shreds. The two-handed slash, however, was even more powerful - as the dummy was pounded and moved slightly, Agaenos envisioned a slash so powerful, the skull of an Orc might crumble into tiny fragments...

Stepping up to the dummy, he took up his one-handed grip, and his chosen stance. Raising his sword above and beyond his right shoulder, he bore the blade down, his elbow straightening and his shoulder moving, he pushed his body weight down along with the slash to provide it with additional power, striking the dummy (or at least attempting to strike it from its right shoulder to left waist). Regaining his stance, he now changed into his two-handed grip. His blade, again, raised above and beyond his right shoulder. This time, he took a deep breath, and concentrated on the dummy, and summoning up all his strength, his body was bent backwards. Then, bearing all his weight down, he slashed the dummy from the right shoulder, attempting to strike the right places with all of his strength.

Spock · January 3, 2004, 07:15 PM

The swings that Agaenos made was indeed well enough. It seemed he was grasping the basics of his art fairly well. Soon fulgore commented "ok it seems you can thrust and slash just find, but let us move to the last swing I shall show you. Then we will move on."

Fulgore took his sword in one hand and then swung form over head and all the way down in full strength. He did these swings in one hand motion and two hand motion. He then explained "as you can see this is the most powerful of swings, but also it uses much energy and takes longer to get back into position. This is call the fulls wing basically meaning you put everything you got into the swing."

Fulgore then motioned for Agaenos to do so "now give me a few swings with each one handed and two handed full swing." Fulgore then stood aside as he observed.