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How can a person carry a katana on their back? Many people have seen movies where ninjas have swords strapped to their backs as they climb walls. This may be possible, but ninja experts question if they drew the sword from their backs and the arguments and debates continue today.Experts say there are four ways to carry a katana on your back:The first would be the traditional way that some Ninjutsu masters still use today. This involves untying the sageo or cord from the saya or scabbard an

Roman Legionaries and Samurai Warriors are two of the most infamous historical warriors, and many people have speculated about how they would fare in combat against each other. In order to understand who would win in this fight, one needs to know their training and equipment.Profile of a Roman WarriorThe Roman Legionary were the core of the Roman army, and allowed the small Italian state to expand to the point where it controlled all of the lands surrounding the Mediterranean Sea. A Roman L

Set yourself up some place where you're agreeable and have a lot of light, lay your sword on the table and prop it up with a square of wood or something comparative.Stage OneUtilizing even, measured strokes at a 30 degree point, continue to start forming the edge with your record - checking strokes each one in turn down the length of the sharpened steel one way, then turning it over and doing likewise on the other side.Focus that you don't take excessively of one side, simply continue recording

When danger comes knocking at our front door, our brains automatically trigger two reactions of fight or flight. The optimum goal is survival and longevity. When an army of zombies storm your neighborhood, all bets are off, You've no choice but to wage a war against the undead, if you want to live that is.When fighting for survival, it comes down to retrieving the proper tools. These 5 weapons will help you survive in the impending Zombie Apocalypse.Weapon # 1: SwordsIf you can’t get a gun, the

You've worked long and hard making your cosplay costume. Every detail’s perfect from the era and style of your boots to the intricate design of your wig. The only thing missing from your ensemble is the weapon that sets your character apart. The sword must be the right fit, not only for the character, but also for the type of gathering that you’re preparing for.For that convention or party, you’ll want a real sword to showcase the realism of your creation. If you plan on a day of LARPing a foam