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Chinese Weapons: Halberd (Ji)
The Chinese halberd, or "Ji" (戟), stands as one of ancient China's most iconic and formidable polearms. For centuries, it dominated battlefields, equipped infantry, charioteers, and cavalry alike, evolving in design and purpose before transitioning into a symbol of authority and a treasured implement in traditional martial arts. Its unique construction, combining the features of a spear and an axe, offered a remarkable versatility that made it a highly effective weapon.

YMAA OrientSport
4 days ago5 min read


Chinese Weapons: Nine Section Chain Whip vs Rope With Blade
The Nine Section Whip is a Chinese weapon that dates back to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). It is a flexible weapon that consists of nine sec

YMAA OrientSport
Nov 10, 20233 min read


Chinese Weapons - The Double Hook Swords
The Double Hook Swords, also known as the Shuang Gou in Chinese, is a weapon that was popularized in China during the Ming dynasty. Its...
Zibi Panasewicz
May 25, 20232 min read


Chinese Weapons - Spear vs Sword
The Chinese Spear and Chinese Sword are both traditional weapons that have been used for centuries in martial arts and warfare. While both w

YMAA OrientSport
Apr 24, 20234 min read


Spear of Valor: The Long Fist Master's Triumph over Tiger and Praying Mantis Style Warriors
Once upon a time, in the vast plains of China, a Long Fist master named Liang Shao faced two of the most fearsome warriors of the land -...

YMAA OrientSport
Apr 10, 20232 min read


About the Sword
Definition of the Sword There are two kinds of weapons commonly called a sword by the Western world. One is the double-edged, straight,...

Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming
Jul 14, 20145 min read
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