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A scimitar (/ˈsɪmᵻtər/ or /ˈsɪmᵻtɑːr/) is a backsword or sabre with a curved blade, originating in the Middle East.
The curved sword or "scimitar" was widespread throughout the Middle East from at least the Ottoman period, with early examples dating to Abbasid era (9th century) Khurasan. The type harks back to the makhaira type of antiquity, but the Arabic term saif is probably from the same source as Greek xiphos (the straight, double-edged sword of Greek antiquity). The Persian sword now called "shamshir" appears by the 12th century and was popularized in Persia by the early 16th century, and had "relatives" in Turkey (the kilij), and the Mughal Empire (the talwar).
The name is thought to be derived from the Persian word shamshēr which literally means “paw claw,” due to its long, curved design. The word has been translated through many languages to end at scimitar. In the Early Middle Ages, the Turkic people of Central Asia came into contact with Middle Eastern civilizations through their shared Islamic faith. Turkic Ghilman slave-soldiers serving under the Umayyad and Abbasid Caliphates introduced "kilij" type sabers to all of the other Middle Eastern cultures. Previously, Arabs and Persians used straight-bladed swords such as the earlier types of the Arab saif, takoba and kaskara.
*** Specifications *** Overall length: 91.5 cm (36 in) Blade length: 78 cm (30.7 in) Blade thickness: 4.5 mm (no distal taper) Grip length: 9 cm ( 3.5 in) Point of balance / center of gravity: 20.5 cm (8 in) from the guard Weight: 744 g (1.64 lbs) Blade material: Unknown high carbon steel Hilt assembly: Pinned handle Price: $211.50 at KoA (as of September 2015) *** Pros / Cons *** + Very light sword with good handling characteristics + Sturdy blade + Affordable price, good quality for the money + Excellent cutter if properly sharpened - Guard works itself loose due to loose fit, can cause the grip to crack - Comes with a blunt factory blade, and KoA's sharpening service is underwhelming - Nitpick: Unappealing, cheap looking lacquer on the guard and scabbard fittings *** Verdict *** ...
This is a part of the documentary from Terry Schappert about the siege of malta from the ottomans in 1565.Here you can see the use of rapier against the scimitar. Whole video at : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rubruP9p4i8 by MartianSanta.
This is just a simple weapon moveset and combat demo from the Dark Souls 3 "stress test". Other Dark Souls 3 weapon movesets~ Spear: https://youtu.be/o-_tCMR9tmE Mace: https://youtu.be/qt1hYNVmFFs Greatsword: https://youtu.be/mI3Z9A6hmeA Battle Axe: https://youtu.be/AV1lyb05GyE Longsword: https://youtu.be/Qh1ZvfqC1ys Legion Scimitar: https://youtu.be/hmbJhiHM8xs Staff/Talisman/Spells: https://youtu.be/w3uPHmeZyKc If you liked the video feel free to Subscribe and/or follow me on Twitter: twitter.com/VBC_Trinity
Atlanta Belly Dance reviews the Turkish Scimitar, used by cabaret and tribal dancers. This sword is balanced for belly dancing.
Sea Venoms & Scimitars come aboard RN carrier
Where to get the Scimitar in Skyrim, a curved sword which is great for role playing a pirate. How to get the Halberd (Long spear like Axe): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gt6xE0T8tUI Other unique items in Skyrim: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K5xKmU4HxHo ----------------------------------------------Social----------------------------------------- Follow me on.... Twitch: http://www.twitch.tv/eso_youtube Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElderScrollsGui Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/ESO-Guides-Entertainment/739954612731918?fref=ts Subscribe to ESO for more! Other channel "Yellow Box Gaming" : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW5f8sa1UlTEEklNwrlxpsA -----------------------------------------------ESO----------------------------------------
Assassin's Creed 4 Hunter Outfit & Pirate Scimitars ( Nassau Combat & Parkour ) Hunter outfit Requiring a Red Howler monkey pelt and a White Jaguar pelt to be crafted, this is a traditional hunting outfit that considerably reduces an animal's range of detection. A pair of sharp and devastating scimitars, praised by pirates and privateers from Barbados to Boston. Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag is a 2013 historical action-adventure video game developed by Ubisoft Montreal and published by Ubisoft. It was released for the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and Wii U in October 2013 and for the PlayStation 4, Windows and Xbox One in November 2013. It is the sixth major installment in the Assassin's Creed series, a sequel to 2012's Assassin's Creed III's modern story and a prequel to its historica...
This video shows you how to get the Bloodscythe & Soulrender in Skyrim. These are Unique Scimitars that work together to do More damage and Enchance your combat. Part 1 (Getting Deathbrands Armor): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UVL8Djj7MOE&list;=UU8w7CcAIognPTQ6Dvoarzlw How to get Bound bow spell: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WzmeorniDxU&list;=UU8w7CcAIognPTQ6Dvoarzlw&index;=5 How to get to Solstheim: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5nbJkZIFY64&list;=UU8w7CcAIognPTQ6Dvoarzlw&index;=3 Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/?lang=en-gb
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You Broke
these arms
and out
poured dust
All we've done...
Is dried up
On the banks
you left your build
and from your rise
out poured blood
Cry, yearn and scorn
All forgot
You broke
these arms
and out