Looking at Highlander's Guards as a Historical Fencer

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  • @sommeone
    @sommeone Рік тому +26041

    Seeing you with and without glasses and suspenders has singlehandedly convinced me that Clark Kent's disguise would work

    • @GunShocka
      @GunShocka Рік тому +1698

      Funnily enough it actually does. As a viewer we know who superman is and his secret identity. But from the context of the characters in universe you have to realize Superman is this incredible force of justice who can do amazing things. However Clark Kent is a need that works at a news office. It's not just the glasses either. Clark has an entirely different personality, he slouches instead of standing straight and tall like Superman, and all those makes him so unremarkable that , while baring a striking resemblance to Superman, leaves you with extreme doubt that it's actually the guy. This kinds hiding in plain sight kinda works when you realize no one is really looking for Superman like some witch hunt so seeing some look like someone isn't enough to confirm its them.

    • @alexandernikolas9815
      @alexandernikolas9815 Рік тому +96

      @@GunShocka dayum

    • @흣-c9m
      @흣-c9m Рік тому +454

      @@GunShocka also cavill went in public with glasses and didn’t get recognized

    • @GunShocka
      @GunShocka Рік тому +88

      @@흣-c9m True i remember reading about that lol

    • @tiredman99
      @tiredman99 Рік тому +253

      ​@@GunShocka I think that Lex Luthor even talked to "Clark Kent" and said if he stood up straight, hit the gym, and lost the glasses he would be an almost perfect stand in for Superman

  • @MoistHaggis
    @MoistHaggis Рік тому +2439

    “If you had arms like Highlander…” but he doesn’t have glutes like you my friend

    • @TheRealSkulldozer
      @TheRealSkulldozer 11 місяців тому +47

      Oh he does

    • @hamish8790
      @hamish8790 11 місяців тому +56

      Look under his kilt

    • @KingJahh-lx5eu
      @KingJahh-lx5eu 10 місяців тому +11

      @@demon13docdown bad

    • @putaidanganimal1
      @putaidanganimal1 10 місяців тому +1

      😂😂

    • @daltonlively3740
      @daltonlively3740 9 місяців тому +28

      Highlanders glutes are massive. You ever see those thighs slip out of that kilt mid battle? Tree trunks

  • @TheCrusaderRabbits
    @TheCrusaderRabbits Рік тому +2263

    He does your taxes and then teaches you the blade.

    • @Complicasiian
      @Complicasiian Рік тому +20

      Underrated comment

    • @b1-66-er3
      @b1-66-er3 11 місяців тому +14

      Audit Defense

    • @capybara9521
      @capybara9521 10 місяців тому +1

      ​@@Complicasiiannope bot

    • @JohnBoyJoy
      @JohnBoyJoy 9 місяців тому +2

      The type of killer that gets away probably with representing himself in court

    • @jonathan0225
      @jonathan0225 8 місяців тому +1

      @@b1-66-er3 Cultured. LOL

  • @soggybiscuit4399
    @soggybiscuit4399 Рік тому +168

    Bro got me shook with that guard. Swordsman and a baker.

  • @davidpopolizio3781
    @davidpopolizio3781 Рік тому +14204

    My sir does his squats

  • @Aldrickcerberus
    @Aldrickcerberus Рік тому +755

    As soon as he turned around I went straight to the comments, they did not disappoint

    • @obesenation1114
      @obesenation1114 Рік тому +4

      Very disappointed in all these fruitcakes

    • @AmazingAutist
      @AmazingAutist Рік тому +1

      ​@@obesenation1114 you're assuming that there are no straight women in the comments, and you fail to understand the concept of someone acknowledging that someone has a thick ass without being sexually attracted to them. All of this lines up with someone who is stupid enough to be disappointed in an individual sexual orientation.

    • @chickenwarriorr
      @chickenwarriorr Рік тому +73

      ​@@obesenation1114fruitcakes seem to really enjoy swords so I wouldn't anger them

    • @TheLegend-ky2he
      @TheLegend-ky2he Рік тому +1

      @@obesenation1114accurate pfp plus swordfighting happens to have a lot of queer people in it

    • @Aldrickcerberus
      @Aldrickcerberus 10 місяців тому

      Stumbled back on this video again. JUST TO DO WHAT I DID ALL THAT TIME AGO

  • @nunyadambidness8568
    @nunyadambidness8568 Рік тому +5297

    His rage is his shield. He waits for you to attack so he can dun mah glas that ass.

    • @Oborowatabinostk
      @Oborowatabinostk Рік тому +77

      I'm triggered

    • @MainGoldDragon
      @MainGoldDragon Рік тому +27

      **AquaTriggered**

    • @HaradaCh
      @HaradaCh Рік тому +172

      I stop playing this game for many years, yet, that sound.... still haunting me

    • @scoldingtitan3651
      @scoldingtitan3651 Рік тому +80

      @@HaradaCh i can still hear the sound of my back shattering in a 1000 places as a kawaii shrek man crushes my poor berserker.

    • @Saward420
      @Saward420 Рік тому +27

      Might just pick back up that game and remind people why they fear that noise.

  • @CynicalChicken661
    @CynicalChicken661 Рік тому +527

    "But when you've got arms like highlander... welllll." That killed me

  • @sweki5983
    @sweki5983 Рік тому +6123

    As soon as he turned around...
    Please forgive me my eyes strayed from his form... But technically they did not

  • @seankrake4776
    @seankrake4776 Рік тому +57

    That last thing is the thing that I think most people misunderstand about longsword fencing. It’s not like modern fencing where it’s sit in a guard, wait for an attack, parry, then attack. Most of the fightmasters show styles where your movement from one guard to another will defend you and can be made into an attack. The guard is more than a convenient way to stand, it’s the end of one move and the beginning of the next

  • @hustler390
    @hustler390 Рік тому +1862

    He is Superman in disguise

    • @anyderrosek9272
      @anyderrosek9272 Рік тому +9

      Call him the homelander 💀💀💀

    • @Thatoneguybiggums
      @Thatoneguybiggums Рік тому +1

      That sword is at most 6 lb

    • @barahng
      @barahng 11 місяців тому +2

      Isn't that just Clark Kent?

    • @Amos_Slade
      @Amos_Slade 10 місяців тому

      ​@@Thatoneguybiggums In game? Some of the blades are easily 10

    • @jayp8950
      @jayp8950 10 місяців тому

      even Sups needs a hobby, and extra income.

  • @painfall
    @painfall Рік тому +210

    I've never seen a man of your style hold a sword so graciously.

  • @SMG707
    @SMG707 Рік тому +3946

    The man packs a whole bakery 🍑

  • @AnOddHermit
    @AnOddHermit Рік тому +52

    Hearing the words 'For Honor' activated me like a fuckin' sleeper agent and I IMMEDIATELY scowled and leaned forward.

  • @nikolaresanovic8335
    @nikolaresanovic8335 Рік тому +1036

    As a Highlander main, please make an in-depth review of his attacks as well. Amazing content as always!

    • @robinswords
      @robinswords  Рік тому +269

      I've been chewing on his kit for a while now because it has a lot of elements I like from a tactical standpoint.

    • @davidnguyen6823
      @davidnguyen6823 Рік тому +16

      Is For Honor still played by people? I remember playing the beta back in the day, but so much time passed, I never thought it was still active now. I really wanted to get back to it, because it was a lot of fun

    • @nikolaresanovic8335
      @nikolaresanovic8335 Рік тому +19

      @@davidnguyen6823 yep, people are actively playing it. There was even a tournament held. They added bunch of new fighters and maps and cosmetics.

    • @satore
      @satore Рік тому +3

      ​@@davidnguyen6823 depending on how long ago you played it's much better now

    • @davidnguyen6823
      @davidnguyen6823 Рік тому +5

      @@nikolaresanovic8335 damn! Thank you. Might see you on the battlefield in the near future then

  • @demoneon9527
    @demoneon9527 Рік тому +26

    I demand all sword UA-camrs to be dressed like this now

  • @probablyonawatchlist9485
    @probablyonawatchlist9485 Рік тому +71

    Triple cheeked up for no reason

    • @C2O4
      @C2O4 Рік тому +20

      ONG 😩🍰

    • @robinswords
      @robinswords  Рік тому +51

      Triple? I should see a doctor 😬

    • @Capybara6749
      @Capybara6749 5 місяців тому +1

      ​@@robinswords Like bro, what you doin' with all this, ahh?
      Double cheeked up, on a thursday afternoon, Hella ahh.

  • @franirusta1350
    @franirusta1350 Рік тому +3

    Really nice video, it's interesting to see real historical details on videogames and you are explaining really well. Also really like the 'Sword fighting banker' look you have going.

  • @billyno-neck9576
    @billyno-neck9576 Рік тому +272

    I may know jack-squat about swords, but one thing I do know that I am beginning to respectfully simp for this man.

    • @kyaksachan502
      @kyaksachan502 Рік тому +2

      LOL like I kinda agree, it's almost hard not to?

    • @woffydoggy686
      @woffydoggy686 7 місяців тому +1

      He has style, knowledge about interesting things, delicious taste in clothing and is handsome, it's really difficult to not simp for him ❤

  • @jamesbenedict7516
    @jamesbenedict7516 Рік тому +7

    After being revived by the Justice League, Clark Kent retired from journalism and started his own UA-cam talking about swords.

  • @mikaelbh4515
    @mikaelbh4515 Рік тому +60

    You gotta do more for honor stuff, love seeing shit like this

    • @TheBiggestCorn
      @TheBiggestCorn Рік тому +1

      I wanna see him in those pants again🤤🤤🤤🤤

  • @GekleloPlays
    @GekleloPlays Рік тому +5

    This gentleman looks ready to discover Atlantis.

  • @pcliff9629
    @pcliff9629 Рік тому +386

    Damn he’s got some cake

    • @jacksparrow7474
      @jacksparrow7474 Рік тому +6

      glad to know that I'm not the only one who noticed

  • @5arigan381
    @5arigan381 Рік тому +1

    everyone overlooking the IF YOU WANNA BE *ITALIAN* ABOUT IT has so much meme potential

  • @boi9082
    @boi9082 Рік тому +18

    I enjoy that you don't constantly criticise the things that don't make sense as if the balance of the universe depends on it.

  • @loremasterdasmodeus8285
    @loremasterdasmodeus8285 Рік тому +11

    This man is so elegant and beautiful!
    The way people speak and position themselves changes much of what we see!
    Great work my man!!!

  • @henrynautilus3072
    @henrynautilus3072 Рік тому +1

    There is something magical about the rapid fire information suddenly halting at a "weeeeelll..."

  • @C2O4
    @C2O4 Рік тому +193

    When are you starting a baking channel? 👀

  • @MeanBeanComedy
    @MeanBeanComedy Рік тому +15

    It's nice to see another brother with cake. 😤😤💪🏻💪🏻✊🏻💯
    Do your thing, Bo.

  • @ragewinninethousand4140
    @ragewinninethousand4140 Рік тому +462

    Robin got 🍑 👀

  • @heelsurfer2668
    @heelsurfer2668 Рік тому +31

    Robin excudes the type of masculinity I strive for.

  • @velazquezarmouries
    @velazquezarmouries Рік тому +92

    "If you want to be Italian about it"
    I will always want to be Italian about it

    • @lalli8152
      @lalli8152 Рік тому +2

      Then if you practise long sword you should study Fiore. Then you can be italian with all the terminology

  • @masondaniel4290
    @masondaniel4290 Рік тому +5

    Clark Kent is teaching us real sword skills

  • @Despacitoian
    @Despacitoian Рік тому +35

    God Damn he has a full on dumptruck back there
    And he’s holding a zweihander with one hand omg literally dream partner

  • @vorpalkickass8825
    @vorpalkickass8825 Рік тому +1

    Clark Kent explains swords. got it. didn't know I'd stumble upon that today.

  • @Dale_Nightking
    @Dale_Nightking Рік тому +12

    Dude, it’s refreshing to see someone give a little history lesson when it comes to videos games. Especially this one since I’ve sunken more hours than I care to admit. Is there any way you can do a rundown on the Valkyrie or maybe one of the samurai like kensei?

  • @Amnesia1998
    @Amnesia1998 Рік тому +8

    Dude, I genuinely watched this video and his form the first time around and was impressed, then I was reading comments talking about the bakery. Had to watch the video a second time.

  • @VaiKenz
    @VaiKenz Рік тому +27

    I love these videos! The yard, the outfit, the knowledge. Love it. 😊

  • @KaysoDilaYT
    @KaysoDilaYT Рік тому

    FOR HONOR!!! Thanks for the short video. I loved it

  • @burgbass
    @burgbass Рік тому +28

    Highlander holds a two-handed sword with one hand because he’s an absolute unit like that.

  • @everetlastly1173
    @everetlastly1173 Рік тому +20

    Nothing scarier than a well-dressed nerd armed with a big-ass sword

  • @mrplanet752
    @mrplanet752 Рік тому +22

    THE CAKE

  • @idkidc7513
    @idkidc7513 Рік тому +2

    POV: you just found out that your local metropolis journalist has a channel dedicated to his hobby

  • @Iamadumbfool
    @Iamadumbfool Рік тому +258

    Gotta allow the man a bit of flair to do some flashy spin moves when he's lugging around a massive sword like that.
    Are there any historical examples of style over substance switch moves like that?

    • @Kingdomkey123678
      @Kingdomkey123678 Рік тому +55

      The Italian Bolognese schools of fencing prioritized looking stylish but even they tried to stay practical where it counted

    • @GunShocka
      @GunShocka Рік тому +14

      As big as the sword is it would only weigh around 5.5lbs maybe a little extra given For Honors tendency to sometimes oversize the blades abit or give embellishments to weapons. It's swinging that thing repeatedly I'd be tired from.

    • @decimation9780
      @decimation9780 Рік тому +5

      @@GunShocka You’d get tired, but people who were trained to use claymore swords pretty much used claymore swords exclusively, meaning they got incredibly skilled and comfortable with the blade. They’d likely be able to wield said blade for maybe two to three straight minutes of combat before their arms started to tire, but they’d probably be able to go for fifteen total minutes of combat before they wouldn’t be able to swing their swords around anymore.

    • @GunShocka
      @GunShocka Рік тому +4

      @@decimation9780 um ok? That can literally be said about...any physical activity. I trained in with a Bo and Boken before. I'm fully aware that a person who trains their chosen weapon would be proficient at it. But realistically they are most likely not swinging a claymore as fast as this guy here for 15 minutes straight. Their arms would literally fatigue themselves out and get noticeable sloppy or less in speed and power since you arm trying to hold a 5 pound bar when in motion will feel like 10 pounds that you are trying to pull back and manipulate at high speeds as it yanks at your muscles. Even swords smaller than a claymore professionals wouldn't be able to keep up such a strain for extended period of time without short breaks or having aid in combat to pick up the slack since exhaustion isn't just relegated nor accumlated to just swinging the sword. Injury, environment, length of fight, how much footwork you do will all tire you out and effect your performance.

    • @Kas3-
      @Kas3- Рік тому +6

      Something else is massive too😏

  • @spamreciever4208
    @spamreciever4208 Рік тому +1

    I'm gunna start saying "If you wanna be Italian about it" at every available opportunity regardless of context

  • @JacksonDunnoKnows
    @JacksonDunnoKnows Рік тому +9

    Love the stuff man. I've never taken any classes but I'm doing as much research and active "self practice" so to speak lol. An since I'm a novice Smith, it's cool to be able to forge my own to do it with!

  • @BX--nq6gf
    @BX--nq6gf Рік тому +2

    Him spinning when switching between his low guards is actually interesting. It leaves him open, but he does it quickly and in a way that might actually make sense. Swapping sides with a sword that long might be difficult, and the way he spins is kind of articulate and looks like it could streamline the movement a lot.

  • @_Hierophant
    @_Hierophant Рік тому +21

    Thighlander needs more love he is my sweet boy along with his warmommy

  • @brighamruud5090
    @brighamruud5090 Рік тому +1

    This feller has unmatched drip. Lookin outstandingly dapper.

  • @bratty_cthulu
    @bratty_cthulu Рік тому +4

    Bro owns the whole bakery

  • @thezestfall1st107
    @thezestfall1st107 Рік тому

    I’ll always say your videos are great because they’re informative but also concede that sometimes the inaccurate stuff games and movies do are just fun and cool.

  • @NoN-et9zl
    @NoN-et9zl Рік тому +10

    Please make a video on his attacks!

  • @josehnegrete
    @josehnegrete Рік тому +1

    I like this guy cause he’s not as judgy as other medieval guys out there. Most other critiques of For Honor shit on the game, this guy nicely explains it :D

  • @xtremefps_
    @xtremefps_ Рік тому +9

    While you all were out at parties getting drunk, this man studied the blade.

    • @Gonerogue2times3
      @Gonerogue2times3 11 місяців тому

      True warrior at heart, Tax accountant at hand😂

  • @sturddlefish443
    @sturddlefish443 Рік тому +1

    i love seeing someone in very formal business attire swing around a big sword, it's like if American Psycho took place in the middle ages

    • @demon13doc
      @demon13doc Рік тому

      Like how braveheart had Scots in kilts even though kilts, as we know them now, didn't exist for another 200 years

  • @Demonrifts
    @Demonrifts Рік тому +3

    I love how any time I see one of this guy's videos, the comments are inevitably always about baking and cake. Never understood it, but the sword stuff is cool.

  • @bornfoxytail83
    @bornfoxytail83 Рік тому +5

    I have PTSD from Highlander💀

  • @ironsights7462
    @ironsights7462 Рік тому +1

    The outfit makes you look like an Office nerd but with the sword you look like an office nerd that's secretly badass out of work

  • @sanjithesimp1486
    @sanjithesimp1486 Рік тому +5

    Bro knew what he was doing with them buns

  • @e6staffsargeify
    @e6staffsargeify Рік тому +8

    As a Highlander main I approve of this

  • @Tanzenergise
    @Tanzenergise 11 місяців тому

    i love how when the highlander switches sides hes pretty much telling his enemy '' STAB HERE PLEASE''

  • @Spicy_Dijon
    @Spicy_Dijon Рік тому +7

    It’s not my birthday yet but thanks for the cake lol

  • @corrinbielawski8035
    @corrinbielawski8035 Рік тому +1

    'The Highlander'
    No Duncan MacLeod. My day is ruined, and my disappointment is immeasurable.

  • @Pachitaro
    @Pachitaro Рік тому +3

    Dun mah glass 😌

  • @Bustiestman
    @Bustiestman Рік тому +1

    It’s so nice of clark Kent to teach us about swords

  • @Downbad6460
    @Downbad6460 Рік тому +4

    I really enjoyed the for honor character analysis

  • @_sargentocoelho_4441
    @_sargentocoelho_4441 11 місяців тому +1

    My guess of him "being extra" is because Ubi wanted us to believe the claymore was a HEAVY-ASS SWORD to the point where spinning your whole body around was easier than flipping it forward.
    That and he could be trying to bait an attack so he can dodge and counter (something about cats and gloves i think)

  • @OrneryEnema
    @OrneryEnema 10 місяців тому +1

    This boy has spent quadruple digits on bathwater from a cam girl and will fight you on the fact that "it was a good investment".

  • @EODReddFox
    @EODReddFox Рік тому +1

    That sort of spin implemented in the lower guard is a maneuver meant to hide either the switching of hands, or don’t switch hands and quickly swing back on the original side you stanced. Employed by shinobi/nin who would use a short daito and saya in either hand. Obviously less effective with a greatsword, but has some cool potential if you want to smite your foes while looking drippy.

  • @GeorgeCowsert
    @GeorgeCowsert Рік тому +1

    For Honor is one of those franchises where I really wish was more readily accessible and customizable.
    Locking movesets and weapons behind a character is a common trope by companies to artificially inflate variety, when the best variety is just scattering all the tools and abilities out and making them all readily available for players to theory craft the best combinations.

  • @RAPTOR948
    @RAPTOR948 Рік тому +1

    When your life is dedicated to the sword, you will build a physique fitting of it.

  • @jaydenbaillie4211
    @jaydenbaillie4211 Рік тому

    Thanks for the info, that was actually really cool to know. Love swords and medieval weaponry

  • @antonmakarenko3271
    @antonmakarenko3271 3 місяці тому

    I love how game depict historical technics more or less accurately. Those that allow themselves to step from the accuracy a bit still use realistic approaches e.g. letting a buffed dude to use two-handed stand with one hand. I like it

  • @maxk4324
    @maxk4324 Рік тому

    What I love about that spin hand change is that you'd only do it that way if your body was easier to reposition than the sword. But it clearly shows he can toss that thing around one handed, so hes kiterally just dling that spin for flare.

  • @Sam-er1zx
    @Sam-er1zx Рік тому +1

    The real life info on how real weapons were meant to be handled is awesome. I'd like to know more about how your opponent's weapon might influence your approach. Like, how would someone's handling of their claymore change depending on whether their opponent has sword/shield vs a spear vs also has a claymore

  • @Muppetz540
    @Muppetz540 2 місяці тому

    i like that you can tell the sun started to go down as he was filming this

  • @Surv_tactics
    @Surv_tactics 10 місяців тому

    Im happy i’ve found this short
    You earned a sub bruv!

  • @hiderikanzaki7313
    @hiderikanzaki7313 Рік тому

    i love your suit videos pls don’t ever stop 😭

  • @sev1120
    @sev1120 Рік тому +2

    In the clip, if you look carefully, the Highlander never stops looking at his opponent for longer than absolutely necessary. The instant the sword's on the other side, he spins his body around and his gaze immediately locks onto his opponent again.

  • @xxwolfy85xx25
    @xxwolfy85xx25 Рік тому +1

    No way Clark Kent is teaching me how to wield a Zweihänder

  • @redpoppotus
    @redpoppotus Рік тому +1

    Thank you for this kind sir.

  • @lucianovargas811
    @lucianovargas811 8 місяців тому

    Bro has an entire bakery right there

  • @mahlivanh9325
    @mahlivanh9325 10 місяців тому

    "if you want to be Italian about it" is a wonderful phrase

  • @casspar1217
    @casspar1217 10 місяців тому +1

    I prefer to always keep my blade close to the body when in defense. You can easily go in any direction. It's different when you want to close any line. It will make you an opponent do the best possible thing while you are set to a very specific situation.

  • @WeirdlyAesthetic2023
    @WeirdlyAesthetic2023 Рік тому +1

    This what happens when Diana trains Clark.

  • @lexidewitter
    @lexidewitter Рік тому

    “If you wanna be Italian about it” is going to become a regular part of my language now

  • @ColboyMontana
    @ColboyMontana 7 місяців тому

    I love that you're always so smartly dressed. Very menacing.

  • @jeremiahbarth4363
    @jeremiahbarth4363 7 місяців тому

    I love your Contant. You know who you are, and I’m here for it

  • @erdngtn9942
    @erdngtn9942 10 місяців тому +1

    In dark souls we call the Highlander’s sword a claymore and your sword is the zweihander.

  • @dariusdeverell8637
    @dariusdeverell8637 Рік тому

    I love your style man! Personally I'm really into 40s and 50s looks.

  • @arielraya5979
    @arielraya5979 Рік тому

    U really have a deep love for the montante since I always see u every time with it

  • @TheVampireGoddess
    @TheVampireGoddess 10 місяців тому +1

    Zweihander, my favorite sword of all time🗡️

  • @midiankai
    @midiankai Рік тому

    Thank you for mentioning this great underrated game!

  • @emoment1088
    @emoment1088 Рік тому +2

    My favorite part about Highlander is his Claymore is the size Warmonger's Zweihander should be, and vice versa, but since Highlander is a gigantic mountain of a man, I'll suspend my disbelief.

  • @jackmeyers7805
    @jackmeyers7805 Рік тому +1

    Man I could have REALLY used a warning about this good sir's rear quarters.

  • @mcgrammer6041
    @mcgrammer6041 8 місяців тому +1

    I wish for Honor was as fun as it looks like you're explaining it

  • @johnbrady3249
    @johnbrady3249 Рік тому

    When he turned around I lost consciousness for a moment. 😮‍💨 I was not ready for all that.

  • @weijingburr2392
    @weijingburr2392 Рік тому +1

    When your accountant has a "little" secret.

  • @shadesofdusk4031
    @shadesofdusk4031 Рік тому +1

    Makes sense that his idea of defense is just more aggression.

  • @thesinaclwon
    @thesinaclwon 8 місяців тому

    Was waiting for his mom to open the sliding glass door and say “sweetie your hot pockets are ready”.