Longsword enthusiasts are resurrecting ancient sword technique as a modern, organized sport, with timed bouts and complex rules.

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43 COMMENTS

  1. There's a part of me that wants to see dueling legalized as a means of settling disputes. Both parties file papers before hand, state the terms of the duel including the weapons used, and meet at a designated place where they can carry it out. I think it'd make for a politer society.

  2. Now that western people has gained back their sword techniques, we should introduce this to the Olympics and each country can bring their own swords and martial arts and whatnot.

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