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how to grow your vocabulary tips and tricks
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The Best Way to Increase Your Vocabulary

Timothy R.J. Eveland June 7, 2017 4
I could just say 'keep a dictionary by the toilet' and end this article...
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realistic fantasy
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An Innovation in LitHEMA

Timothy R.J. Eveland May 26, 2017 0
I dream of media that presents historical combat as realistically as possible, especially combat...
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fantasy book for HEMA lovers
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  • Educational / Interesting Articles
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  • Realism in Fantasy

The Three Rules of LitHEMA (Literature about Historical European Martial Arts)

Timothy R.J. Eveland April 22, 2017 6
Rule 1. SHOW HEMA IN ACTION: Grappling! Rondel daggers! Poleaxes! Niches in armor! LitHEMA,...
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siege equipment comparison
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  • Medieval Facts
  • Wonderful Words

Springalds versus Ballistae – What is the Mechanical Difference?

Timothy R.J. Eveland March 15, 2017 0
What is a springald? And how does it differ from a ballista? This is...
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LitHEMA Short Story: “The Siege Within”

Timothy R.J. Eveland March 11, 2017 1
FLAP, FLAP WENT the webbed feet of a mother duck up a muddy, arrow-riddled...
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the-life-of-a-medievalist
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The Perfect Day for a Medieval Fantasy HEMA Nerd

Timothy R.J. Eveland February 26, 2017 0
I didn't know or care what a perfect day was until I unintentionally experienced...
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a-list-of-other-names-for-horse
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List of Synonyms for Horse | Other Words for Horse

Timothy R.J. Eveland January 7, 2017 2
Palfrey - a compliable horse for casual riding, especially by women. Mule, hinny - the offspring of...
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estoc-are-estocs-good-for
1 minute read
  • Medieval Facts
  • Wonderful Words

The Estoc | A Sword without an Edge

Timothy R.J. Eveland December 25, 2016 0
An estoc, used from the 14th to the 17th century, is an edgeless two-handed...
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best-blog-about-medieval-times
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  • Medieval Facts
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Fauld vs. Tonlet | Medieval Armor for the Waist and Hips

Timothy R.J. Eveland December 21, 2016 0
Worn over a skirt of maille, a fauld is a piece of armor that...
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how-to-reload-a-flintlock
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How to Load and Fire a Musket or Flintlock Pistol (explained briefly with appropriate jargon)

Timothy R.J. Eveland December 18, 2016 8
Muskets or any flintlock firearms are generally always reloaded via the muzzle like a cannon....
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