I am Roland Warzecha, a professional illustrator – and a swordsman. Hence the name ‘Dimicator’ which is a Latin term meaning sword fighter. I present to you cutting-edge research into historical martial arts, and Viking & high medieval sword & shield fighting in particular. I am co-operating with museums, fellow martial artists and scholars worldwide. Renowned expert for historical arms, Dr Alfred Geibig, says: “The careful reconstruction of historical swordsmanship, impressively demonstrated by Mr. Warzecha, is a valuable supplement to archaeological insights, and clearly proves the efficiency of European swords and the sophistication of the associated historical fighting arts.” To get regular up-dates on the archaeology and history of sword & shield and how they were used, sign up for my newsletter! I would be delighted if you would join my quest.
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Events at Hedeby, Bruges, and BerlinDear sword-and-shield fighters and medieval arms aficionados, Time is flying! If you’re planning to join us at the Hedeby Bouts (12–13 April), fence shield fighters from Poland, the UK, the US, and Germany at the Berlin Buckler Bouts (24–25 May), or attend our classes at Fechtschule Bruges 2025 (1–4 May), now is the time to sign up. These events are driven by the passion and commitment of their organisers, so swift registration is a great way to show your support and appreciation for such initiatives. Find waivers and info on the Hedeby Bouts here. All forms and info on the BBB are here. Sign up for Fechtschule 2025 here. We look forward to meeting you—sword in hand, and hopefully for a chat and a drink in the evening, too. I.33 Launch Campaign Ends at Midnight TonightThis is your final chance to enrol in Schutzen – Fighting with Sword & Buckler 2 at a 40% discount. If you’re still on the fence, take a moment to browse the full curriculum and watch the free previews. Ready to learn from two dedicated experts with decades of combined experience? We are looking forward to sharing our knowledge with you.
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Dimicator
I am Roland Warzecha, a professional illustrator – and a swordsman. Hence the name ‘Dimicator’ which is a Latin term meaning sword fighter. I present to you cutting-edge research into historical martial arts, and Viking & high medieval sword & shield fighting in particular. I am co-operating with museums, fellow martial artists and scholars worldwide. Renowned expert for historical arms, Dr Alfred Geibig, says: “The careful reconstruction of historical swordsmanship, impressively demonstrated by Mr. Warzecha, is a valuable supplement to archaeological insights, and clearly proves the efficiency of European swords and the sophistication of the associated historical fighting arts.” To get regular up-dates on the archaeology and history of sword & shield and how they were used, sign up for my newsletter! I would be delighted if you would join my quest.
Would you like these event formats to continue? Hedeby Bouts, April 2024 Dear living history enthusiast and fellow sword-and-shield fighter, Your opinion is needed. But first, please accept my apologies for sending yet another email this week. You’ve already received messages about the launch of our latest online course—necessary, of course, to make a living. Now, I find myself writing to you again—this time about something that ought to be all about enthusiasm and community: our training...
Final Day to Save 40% on the New I.33 Course Learn to apply obsessiones to safely enter a fight Dear Fellow Sword Fighter, If you want to: Unlock 700-year-old martial concepts & sword fighting technique Understand the merits and limitations of attacking with cuts Master measure and timing Train with clear, precise instructions Apply core martial concepts to your fencing Deepen your understanding of martial legacy & lineage across European sword arts Prevail against left-handers as well as...
Fast, Efficient, Lethal First-person view of a so-called durchtritt (from our latest online course) Dear Fellow Researcher and Fighter, The stylised cute images in the 14th-century fechtbuch I.33 mask the lethal efficiency of the combat techniques they illustrate. Now, you can unlock the manuscript’s teachings embedded in the glosses and its medieval artwork. With clarity and depth, we guide you through decoding its visuals and understanding their martial relevance. The very same technique as...