Tag Archives: defense

7 Tips to Using Armor in Fantasy

Posted on July 13, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

As I said on Monday, armor isn’t always given much attention in fantasy.  The exceptions are magical and legendary pieces that are key plot points.  Beyond that, an author may mention if a character is wearing platemail or chainmail, but … Continue reading →

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Armor: When You Really Don’t Want to Get Pierced

Posted on July 11, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

I think I’ve touched on this long ago, but I redid swords already.  Let’s have a week talking about another piece of equipment.  I mean, you can’t really go into battle without a good suit of armor.  Usually . . … Continue reading →

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Hand-to-Hand Writing: 7 Tips to Defense

Posted on February 11, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

Here we are at the final entry and component of writing a fight scene.  As before, I’m going to note that this is a personal breakdown of aspects.  So, it’s all opinion, which means you might not agree.  We’ve done … Continue reading →

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Sheila’s Shield Shop: We Put the ‘S’ in Defense!

Posted on January 20, 2021 by Charles Yallowitz

Judging by your sword and armor, I can tell that you’re an adventurer.  Obviously, you need a shield to go with everything else. First, I need to explain how this works.  You would be surprised how often people buy a … Continue reading →

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Andy’s Action Armor Archives: Free Polish with Every Suit

Posted on January 13, 2021 by Charles Yallowitz

Coming right over!  Wow . . . You definitely came to the right place. No adventure would survive wearing regular clothes.  I’m surprised nobody jumped you for that shiny sword, especially in this part of town.  Now, let’s go into … Continue reading →

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Shields: Not Just For Dinner Parties Any More

Posted on August 14, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

A while back, I was asked to write about the different types of shields.  I’d already set up the posts for July to promote The Life & Times of Ichabod Brooks, so here we are in August.  This takes a lot … Continue reading →

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7 Tips to Fighting with Counters and Caution

Posted on May 12, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

Well, you knew the other two champions had to be here.  At least you would if you read the other posts.  Now, Delvin can fall into the strength style in some ways just as Dariana can fit into the speed … Continue reading →

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