{"title":"Straight Swords","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe now make straight swords as well!\u003cbr\u003eWhilst we first focused on the main gap in the market - curved swords, we have branched out to include straight swords.\u003cbr\u003eThis is because we still have a lot to offer, as our products are some of the few with working cross-guards and hilts, and with correct balance to the historical examples that we base our designs on.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe love fighting and learning proper technique, and believe LARP is one of the easiest and safest ways to explore weapon-based martial arts, and we really care about the proper function in the hand and in motion. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGet your hands on one of our weapons, and you will feel the difference!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe are currently at capacity filling backorders - If you would like to be added to the waitlist, please reach out directly via email.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"smallsword","title":"Smallsword","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Smallsword, also called a court sword is a late Renaissance and early modern object, that was specifically designed as a duelling weapon, having developed from rapier duelling styles. It is an unusual weapon, as it's primary use case was not to be fatal, but to look good, and to perform well in particularly regulated duels between nobility. It's diminutive guard and length made it far easier to carry in polite company than a rapier, with their extreme length and bulky guards.\u003cbr\u003eThey usually had a triangular blade cross-section and were not sharpened along the edges.\u003cbr\u003eThey are incredibly agile and fast to maneuver and have great tip control, thanks to the balance point being so close to the hand. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn a LARP context, they are extremely fun and fast swords to fight with, and perform better in shorter ranges than a rapier.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStandard Length: 95cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elysian Forge","offers":[{"title":"Steel","offer_id":42918779748552,"sku":"","price":280.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Brass","offer_id":42918779781320,"sku":"","price":280.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0012\/6294\/4327\/files\/Smallsword_Steel_2.jpg?v=1769219504"},{"product_id":"norse-sword","title":"Norse Sword","description":"The swords used by higher standing Norsemen or Vikings from 800-1000CE had this typical broad fullered, parallel blade. 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They vary significantly, and took many forms.  Later on, the more fully developed rapier and basket hilts came into being, but Sideswords continued to be made, as they were still a functional and cost effective mix of comfort, cost and defensive features.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur example features long quillons, a knucklebow, 2 finger rings and 1 side ring.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStandard Length 100cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeft handed version by custom request.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Elysian Forge","offers":[{"title":"Steel \/ Fullered","offer_id":42918886867144,"sku":"","price":280.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Steel \/ Diamond","offer_id":42918886899912,"sku":"","price":280.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Brass \/ Fullered","offer_id":42918886932680,"sku":"","price":280.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Brass \/ Diamond","offer_id":42918886965448,"sku":"","price":280.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0012\/6294\/4327\/files\/20231014_123523.jpg?v=1697269593"},{"product_id":"arming-sword","title":"Arming Sword","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 'knightly' Arming sword may seem simple and unassuming. But it is absolutely beautiful and effective, when well balanced, and when the cross-guard can be used to parry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe first straight cut-and-thrust sword that we made, we were floored by it's agility and effective defensive capabilities. It is a joy to use, comfortable to wear, and a great sidearm for any knight, man at arms, or person about town.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlso now available in a later period, more ornate design, that matches our new ornate Tyrolean design.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStandard Length: 100cm\u003cbr\u003ePhoto:Callum Model: Brodier de Rivere\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elysian Forge","offers":[{"title":"Brass \/ Simple","offer_id":44911974449352,"sku":null,"price":240.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Brass \/ Ornate","offer_id":44911974482120,"sku":null,"price":280.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Steel \/ Simple","offer_id":44911974514888,"sku":null,"price":240.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Steel \/ Ornate","offer_id":44911974547656,"sku":null,"price":280.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0012\/6294\/4327\/files\/signal-2023-06-26-10-56-02-029.jpg?v=1696657175"},{"product_id":"rapier","title":"Rapier","description":"Rapiers are perhaps some of the most beautiful and elegant swords ever made.\u003cbr\u003eOptimised for thrusting, they emphasise reach, point control and hand protection.  A favoured item of status and as a self defense and duelling weapon.\u003cbr\u003eThey are always poised to make a statement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA true rapier handles very differently to most other swords, the tip wants to stay toward a singular opponent, and is loathe to turn or redirect. This is highly desirable when fighting one person, and means that you are always ready to capitalise on their misstep in but a blink.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur rapiers handle like true rapiers! As with all our swords, we make great effort to ensure the balance point and handle designs are correct to historical examples, so that they behave as they should.  Great for duelling, these swords are gorgeous and a heap of fun!.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese are our second iteration of hilt designs and blade construction, and are even better than our first batches.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe are offering 2 blade designs and 4 hilt designs for these spectacular swords.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 4 Hilt designs are: Swept, Cup, Pappenheimer, Stacked rings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStandard Length: 100cm\u003cbr\u003ePictured: Swept (left) next to smallsword, Cup (2) Photo: A.Jurd Model: D.Gresham.","brand":"Elysian Forge","offers":[{"title":"Swept","offer_id":42918941622472,"sku":"","price":320.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Cup","offer_id":42918941655240,"sku":"","price":320.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Pappenheimer","offer_id":42918941688008,"sku":"","price":320.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Stacked Rings","offer_id":42918941720776,"sku":"","price":320.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0012\/6294\/4327\/files\/20231014_123342.jpg?v=1697269507"},{"product_id":"scottish-basket-hilt","title":"Scottish Basket Hilt","description":"The Scottish Basket Hilt sword is held in very high esteem as one of the most devastating and effective swords in history. Wielded by Scottish Highlanders, it was used to great effect.\u003cbr\u003eIt offers the most comprehensive hand protection of nearly any sword, and that added weight makes it tough to deflect, and powerful in the cut.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs always, our Hilts are fully functional, and the basket here will hold strong against strikes and protect your hand and forearm, and the fore-loops can catch and bind your opponent's blades.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStandard Length: 100cm","brand":"Elysian Forge","offers":[{"title":"Steel","offer_id":42918970130632,"sku":"","price":380.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Brass","offer_id":42918970163400,"sku":"","price":380.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0012\/6294\/4327\/files\/PXL_20231123_030230430.jpg?v=1702856287"},{"product_id":"schiavona","title":"Schiavona","description":"The Schiavona is a complex hilted cut and thrust sword used by Italian mercenaries.\u003cbr\u003eIn the age where rapiers were the standard for personal defence and duels, this was an equally elegant weapon, but far better suited to warfare.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnlike a Scottish Basket, the Schiavona's basket is built in a way to allow you to hold it completely en pointe. It also has a thumb-ring, assisting with false-edge and quick redirection of cuts, and the handle shape allows the user to wield it effectively with many different grips and techniques.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs always, our hilts are fully functional, and the basket here will hold strong against strikes and protect your hand and forearm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhilst most Schiavona had straight blades, some did sport curved blades, so we offer both options for this beautiful sword.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStandard Length: 100cm","brand":"Elysian Forge","offers":[{"title":"Polish","offer_id":42919027212488,"sku":null,"price":380.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Fullered","offer_id":42919027245256,"sku":null,"price":380.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0012\/6294\/4327\/files\/PXL_20231126_025928181.jpg?v=1702855590"},{"product_id":"achilles-barbarossa-marozzo-longsword","title":"\"Achilles Barbarossa\" Marozzo Longsword","description":"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn elegant and noble tool for the elegant and noble warriors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBased on the dimensions described in Achille Marozzo's \"2 handed sword\" treatises, and interpreted with an advanced hilt inspired by the ornate 16th Century longswords.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eDefinitely a sword to keep you and your coin safe, whilst showing all who see you that you are both wealthy and deadly.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLength: 145cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs with all our swords, the balance is based on historical examples, and so it is a very lively blade to wield, and feels great to use. The hilt is strong, and allows you to use historical offensive and defensive techniques, even in LARP contexts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Elysian Forge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43470769029320,"sku":"","price":430.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0012\/6294\/4327\/files\/86182fdb-763d-4b21-a515-e2aea10ae46b.jpg?v=1712631499"},{"product_id":"talhoffer-longsword","title":"Talhoffer Longsword","description":"The essential simple, yet elegant and complex Longsword.\u003cbr\u003ePopularised by Masters such as Talhoffer, Meyer and Leichtenhauer, the ~120cm long \"Longsword\" was a versatile and agile sword, whilst having the benefit of being very comfortable to carry. \u003cbr\u003eA very capable civilian defence sword and battlefield sidearm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e120cm long, with simple, strong cruciform Quillons with trumpeted finials for binding and winding. It feels incredibly lively in the hand, \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs with all our swords, the balance is based on historical examples, and so it is a very lively blade to wield, and feels great to use, and can quite comfortably be managed in a single hand. The hilt is strong, and allows you to use historical offensive and defensive techniques, even in LARP contexts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Elysian Forge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43470801207496,"sku":"","price":300.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0012\/6294\/4327\/files\/a80d55ec-ba8e-4c46-8cd4-a1f1451ee80a.jpg?v=1712632007"},{"product_id":"tyrolean-longsword","title":"Tyrolean Longsword","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Tyrolean Longsword is based on larger longswords, where their manuals state they should come up to under the armpit. \u003cbr\u003eThis size measure is commonly referred to in manuals from Tyrol and Swiss and German mercenaries in the 15thC.\u003cbr\u003eThis is also in line with the larger Historical and modern HEMA Feders. This design is 135cm, an approximate average armpit height.\u003cbr\u003eHilts were also becoming more advanced at this time, so we have designed the hilt with dual side-rings and subtle upward swept quillons to provide excellent protection when engaging other blades and polearms.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe offer 2 designs of the Tyrolean. A Simple option with smooth lines and curves, and a more ornate option. The Ornate option has a fishtail pommel, flattened hexagonal handle with and a more detailed hilt, with twisted quillons that then sweep and twist outward to improve their ability to catch incoming strikes, and aid in binds and winding.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs with all our swords, the balance and performance are based on historical examples, and so it is a very lively blade to wield, and feels great to use. 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In addition, they also often had unusual quillon designs, that are not seen on many, if any, other swords in history. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur example has the iconic pommel, and the 'forks' type quillons.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a bold and robust looking sword, but still handles with great agility.\u003cbr\u003eIt is 150cm, which is the length of most 2 handed war swords, including Landsknecht Schalctenschweter, until the later period complex Greatswords became widespread at around 180cm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLength 150cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs with all our swords, the balance and performance is designed to match historical examples, and so it is a very lively blade to wield, and feels great to use. 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When engaging opposition Cavalry (light, or heavy), the sword would be presented point directly forward to deliver a devastating thrust.  Against infantry, they were more often used to cut. So the blades were often very stiff, but still built for effective cutting. 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When engaging opposition Cavalry (light, or heavy), the sword would be presented point directly forward to deliver a devastating thrust.  Against infantry, they were more often used to cut. So the blades were often very stiff, but still built for effective cutting. 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