Third chapter of a short story, after the events recounted in Peace. Brother Leaf journeys far, into a peaceful vale where he is bound to meet with the infamous group known as the Shadows.
Part 3. In the Shadows
Il Mistero della Spada
A brief musing on the missing pieces on understanding how ancient weapons, and in particular the medieval arming sword were used, and how to try and reconstruct their fighting systems.
Part 2. Peace
Second chapter of a short story, after the Birth of a Leaf events. The young warrior builds a new life, but is still haunted by the need to undo the "blessing" bestowed on him.
Guida Pedante alla Fisiologia dei Giganti
Uno studio sulla possibile fisiologia e l'aspetto dei giganti come creature "realistiche".
Part 1. Birth of a Leaf
First chapter of a short story, following the Battle under the Black Sun. Now home, the young lord, wounded in body and pride, faces the consequences of the clash.
Spade, e la Sottile Linea delle Alpi
Brief description of the differences between the fighting styles and forms of the Italian and German swordsmanship traditions, and how to tell them apart.
Battle under the Black Sun
Prologue of a short story I wrote and left lying there for a bit. A warrior leads his troops into a battle, but while fighting the enemy champion, the sun darkens, and things take an unexpected turn.
Disarmati? Improvvisiamo!
An overview of the use of "improper" or "improvised" weapons, their use in the context of martial arts, and what it all means in gaming.
Arti Marziali e Attività Complementari
Le cinque migliori attività per complementare la pratica di un'arte marziale o sport di combattimento, e quali banefici trarre da ciascuna.
Fantasy Design 101 – Parte IV: Critica Pop-Fantasy
Fourth installment of the Fantasy Design 101 series, on pop culture fantasy weapons and some of their design flaws.
Grappa e Spada 